Damo is a 2003 South Korean fusion historical drama, starring Ha Ji-won, Lee Seo-jin, and Kim Min-joon. Set in the Joseon Dynasty, it tells the story of Chae-ok, a damo relegated to the low-status job of a female police detective who investigates crimes involving women of the upper class. Chae-ok shares a forbidden love with her mentor and superior Hwangbo Yoon, but while working undercover on a counterfeit ring case, she finds herself drawn to Jang Sung-baek, the mysterious leader of the rebel army she has infiltrated. It aired on MBC from July 28 to September 9, 2003 on Mondays and Tuesdays at 21:55 for 14 episodes.
In the Joseon Dynasty, a skilled female detective named Jang Sung-baek navigates a male-dominated world while investigating a conspiracy involving a stolen imperial artifact. She is torn between her duty and her growing feelings for a mysterious outlaw. The series blends historical intrigue with elements of fantasy and romance as she uncovers secrets that threaten the kingdom.
Damo was a critically acclaimed and highly popular South Korean historical drama, praised for its compelling storyline, strong female lead, and production quality. It garnered significant viewership and won numerous awards, establishing itself as a landmark series in Korean television history.
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Won numerous awards at the 2003 MBC Drama Awards, including Top Excellence Award for Actress (Ha Ji-won), Excellence Award for Actor (Lee Seo-jin), and Best New Actor (Kim Min-jun).
The series is based on a popular manhwa (Korean comic book) of the same name, created by Bang Hak-ki.
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