Damo (2003) puts the Drama vibe up front, focused on tone, character beats, and a clean story drive. The pacing is measured, relying on a few strong moments rather than constant escalation. The cast, featuring Ha Ji-won, Kim Min-jun, and Lee Seo-jin, helps keep the story grounded. Ratings sit around 5.3/10, and it will likely land best with viewers who already enjoy the genre. Streaming, rental, and purchase options can change by region and date, check this page for the latest availability.
Damo (2003)
Also known as: 茶母, 조선 여형사 다모, Joseon Yeohyeongsa Damo, The Legendary Police Woman, Female Detective Damo, Damo: The Undercover Lady Detective, Damo, the Detective in Joseon, Joseon's Female Detective Tea Servant, Damo, the Detective in Chosun
First aired: July 28, 2003
Runtime: 64 min
Networks: MBC
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.
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