Doctor Prisoner (Drama - 2019)

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  Namgoong Min
  남궁민
  As
  Na Yi-je
  (나이제)
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  Kwon Nara
  권나라
  As
  Han So-geum
  (한소금)
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  Kim Byung-chul
  김병철
  As
  Seon Min-sik
  (선민식)
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  Choi Won-young
  최원영
  As
  Lee Jae-joon
  (이재준)
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  Lee Da-in
  이다인
  As
  Lee Jae-in
  (이재인)
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  Park Eun-seok
  박은석
  As
  Lee Jae-hwan
  (이재환)

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  [HanCinema's News] Kwon Nara Cast for "Itaewon Class"
  2019/06/25
  On June 25th jTBC confirmed that Kwon Nara was joining the cast of "Itaewon Class", an upcoming drama based on the popular webtoon of the same title. She is expected to play the role of Oh Soo-ah,...More

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  [HanCinema's News] Namgoong Min Is Back in Seoul
  2019/06/13
  Following a vacation with his personal staff and his girlfriend, Jin Ah-reum, after the end of "Doctor Prisoner", Namgoong Min has returned to South Korea,...More

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  No Match for KBS2, From Miniseries to Weekend Dramas 'Grand Slam'
  2019/06/11, Source
  KBS 2TV dramas achieve the grand slam by ranking number 1 in viewership. The warring state of dramas is at its peak. Including ground-wave, general service cable and subscription-based cable channels, there are more than 20 dramas on air at the moment. Amidst all this, KBS miniseries (Mon/Tue and Wed/Thu) have all reached the top of the Box Office (from 2019.6.3 to 2019.6.9). This is significant, because it has been achieved amid fierce competition in the drama market. How did these KBS dramas, which achieved the grand slam with the highest ratings, captivate viewers?,...More

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  Kim Jae-wook, Namgoong Min and Jo Hyun-jae, The Faces of Janus
  2019/06/03, Source
  Actors who have mostly been playing bad guys or good guys have expanded their spectrum and no longer draw a line between good and evil. Kim Jae-wook is a known actor for his roles as the colder guys. He's mostly been that bad-tempered and chic one in dramas like "Coffee Prince", "Bad Guy", "Marry Me, Mary!" and others. Now he has gone rogue. Kim Jae-wook caused a sensation with the role of psychopath Mo Tae-goo in the OCN drama "Voice" and it was said that he had met his life's character for the first time in 10 years. In addition, the actor starred in the OCN drama "The Guest - Drama" as exorcist Choi Yoon and unleashed his charisma,...More

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  [HanCinema's News] Namgoong Min and Jin Ah-reum Vacation in Hawaii
  2019/06/03
  Namgoong Min's Instagram and Jin Ah-reum's Instagram Following the conclusion of his popular drama "Doctor Prisoner" Namgoong Min has set off to Hawaii for a well-deserved vacation with his girlfriend, Jin Ah-reum. The two have been posting photos of themselves on Instagram in regards to this traveling,...More

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  [HanCinema's News] Namgoong Min Relaxes Following the End of "Doctor Prisoner"
  2019/05/24
  Following interviews where he emphasized the difficult working schedule of "Doctor Prisoner", Namgoong Min is, true to his word, relaxing and spending time with old friends,...More

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  [HanCinema's News] Namgoong Min Down to 62 Kilograms Following "Doctor Prisoner"
  2019/05/23
  In an interview Namgoong Min has described "Doctor Prisoner" as being a long journey, and how he had lived his life as the titular doctor for the last seven months ever since he got a hold of the first script. Apparently there have been health consequences to this obsession, as Namgoong Min has also said his weight had gotten down to 62 kilograms,...More

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  [Ratings] "Angel's Last Mission: Love" Begins At the Top
  2019/05/22, Source
  "Angel's Last Mission: Love" came in first place. According to Nielsen Korea, the first two episodes of the KBS 2TV drama "Angel's Last Mission: Love" rated 7.3% and 9.2%,...More

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  [HanCinema's News] Namgoong Min, From Modest Beginnings to Villain to Anti-hero
  2019/05/22
  The last couple of weeks have marked a breather for Namgoong Min. The dedicated actor wrapped up a successful run on "Doctor Prisoner" and is now considering his next project. The famously meticulous Namgoong Min has also been interviewed about his career to date,...More

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  [Ratings] Yeo Jin-goo and Bang Minah's "Absolute Boyfriend" Begins With 2%
  2019/05/15, Source
  "Absolute Boyfriend" began with a low rating. According to Nielsen Korea, the new SBS drama "Absolute Boyfriend" rated 2.1% and 2.4%,...More

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  [Photos] New Stills Added for the Korean Drama "Doctor Prisoner"
  2019/05/10, Source
  New stills added for the Korean drama "Doctor Prisoner",...More

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  From Kwon Nara and Bang Minah to Suzy and Hyeri, a Shift in Acting Idol Generations
  2019/05/09, Source
  Idol actresses are drawing attention to themselves. It's not unusual that idols act, but there have been some new faces lately, which means there is a shift in generations. However, many say the earlier idol actresses still have a strong standing position, so it looks like the abundant drama industry is in a warring state. Hello Venus's Kwon Nara is building a reputation for herself in the KBS 2TV drama "Doctor Prisoner". She made quite an impression in the tvN drama "My Mister" and SBS drama "Your Honor", and now she's a lead actress. There's also Kim Jae-kyung, who's representing the new SBS drama "The Secret Life of My Secretary". She starred in the OCN drama "Life on Mars" and MBC's "Bad Papa" last year, but she's taking a big step this year. Bang Minah is starring in the new SBS drama "Absolute Boyfriend", which begins on the 15th. She proved her value in the 2016 SBS drama "Beautiful Gong Shim", but took a long break, so "Absolute Boyfriend" will be another chance for her to prove her talent,...More

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  [Ratings] "Doctor Prisoner" Comes in First Over Competition
  2019/05/09, Source
  "Doctor Prisoner" is on a roll. According to Nielsen Korea, the KBS 2TV drama "Doctor Prisoner" rated 12.3% and 14.2%,...More

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  [Ratings] "Doctor Prisoner" Comes in First With 14.5%
  2019/05/08, Source
  "Doctor Prisoner" has gone up. The KBS 2TV drama "Doctor Prisoner" rated 11.9% - 14.5%, which is a 0.9% increase from the previous episode,...More

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  [Photos] New Stills Added for the Korean Drama "Doctor Prisoner"
  2019/05/07, Source
  New stills added for the Korean drama "Doctor Prisoner",...More

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  [HanCinema's News] The Reason Behind "Doctor Prisoner"'s Preemption
  2019/05/03
  On May 2nd KBS2 aired two recap episodes of "Doctor Prisoner" in place of the twenty-seventh and twenty-eighth episodes that had been planned in the schedule. Nonetheless, "Doctor Prisoner" maintained the top spot in the ratings for the night, beating out both "The Banker" and "Big Issue" handily,...More

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  [Ratings] "Doctor Prisoner" Beats "The Banker" and "Big Issue" Despite Pre-Emption
  2019/05/02, Source
  The power of "Doctor Prisoner" is extraordinary. Despite pre-emption, the drama still came in first place,...More

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  [Ratings] "Doctor Prisoner" Rates 13.6%
  2019/05/01, Source
  "Doctor Prisoner" managed to hold 1st place. According to Nielsen Korea, the KBS 2TV drama "Doctor Prisoner" rated,...More

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  [Photos] New Stills Added for the Korean Drama "Doctor Prisoner"
  2019/04/30, Source
  New stills added for the Korean drama "Doctor Prisoner",...More

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  Production Costs Go up and Dramas Become Comprehensive Art
  2019/04/29, Source
  The background music for "The Fiery Priest" has us excited every once in a while. The lyrics to the title song "Our Neighborhood Hero" by NORAZO, synced with priest Kim Hae-il (Kim Nam-gil), who purified Gudam from evil, and the melody just made the drama that much more exciting. Unlike the past, where dramas were focused mainly on the story alone, dramas these days are turning into comprehensive art. The music, the filming techniques, and the art of a drama require more attention than they used to before. The strategy is to secure a comparative advantage in the intense drama competition in order to secure viewers,...More

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  [Ratings] "Doctor Prisoner" Holds Down the Throne
  2019/04/25, Source
  "Doctor Prisoner" came in first. According to Nielsen Korea, the KBS 2TV drama "Doctor Prisoner" rated 11.5% and 13.4%,...More

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  [Ratings] "Doctor Prisoner" Comes in First With 14.6%
  2019/04/24, Source
  "Doctor Prisoner" fell slightly in the ratings. According to Nielsen Korea, the KBS 2TV drama "Doctor Prisoner" rated 12.6% and 14.6%. There has been a 0.1% drop compared to the previous episodes,...More

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  [HanCinema's News] "The Fiery Priest" Hits Top Spot in Good Data Report for Fourth Straight Week
  2019/04/23
  "The Fiery Priest" remained at the top in the latest edition of the Good Data Report, covering popularity trends in scripted Korean dramas through the third week of April. This is the fourth straight victory for "The Fiery Priest" in the Good Data Report,...More

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  [Orion's Drama News] Onward to New Adventures
  2019/04/20
  Yours truly has had a great time with these weekly pieces, but my (not) superpowers are needed elsewhere on the site. In my last news roundup, at least for now, I bring you the loss and rediscovery of hope through "Angel's Last Mission: Love". Join me for a divine romance and other drama goodies,...More

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  [Ratings] "Doctor Prisoner" Dominates "The Banker", "Big Issue", "Her Private Life"
  2019/04/18, Source
  "Doctor Prisoner" is dominating the ratings. According to Nielsen Korea, the KBS 2TV drama "Doctor Prisoner" rated 12.3% and 14.7%, which is an increase from the previous episodes,...More

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  [HanCinema's News] Lee Je-yeon of "The Fiery Priest" to Appear in "Angel's Last Mission: Love"
  2019/04/18
  On April 18th Lee Je-yeon's agency, Magnum Entertainment, confirmed that the actor would be appearing in "Angel's Last Mission: Love" next month. This will be his first project once "The Fiery Priest" has finished,...More

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  [Photos] New Character Stills Added for the Korean Drama "Doctor Prisoner"
  2019/04/18, Source
  New character stills added for the Korean drama "Doctor Prisoner",...More

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  Kim Dong-wook, Namgoong Min, Kim Nam-gil Bring Evil to Justice
  2019/04/17, Source
  Kim Dong-wook, Namgoong Min and Kim Nam-gil have been gaining support of viewers by delivering a blow to the rotten parts of society. Starting with Kim Nam-gil from "The Fiery Priest", Namgoong Min from "Doctor Prisoner" and Kim Dong-wook from "Special Labor Inspector, Mr. Jo", the dramas have been reflecting on social reality to bring 'the bad guys' to justice,...More

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  [Ratings] "Doctor Prisoner" Leads Far Ahead
  2019/04/17, Source
  "Doctor Prisoner" is on a roll. According to Nielsen Korea, the KBS 2TV drama "Doctor Prisoner" rated 12.4% and 14.5% nationwide on the 17th,...More

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  [HanCinema's News] "Her Private Life" Tops Nielsen Ratings
  2019/04/17
  On April 17th CJ ENM and Nielsen Korea released their latest report about the most influential dramas on social networks. The report, which covers the second week of April, showed "Her Private Life" on the top with a 271.5 CPI rating,...More

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  [Photos] New Still Collage Added for the Korean Drama "Doctor Prisoner"
  2019/04/16, Source
  New still collage added for the Korean drama "Doctor Prisoner",...More

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  [HanCinema's News] Full Ratings Report for Wednesday April 10th
  2019/04/12
  On April 10th the latest Nielsen ratings for Wednesday/Thursday dramas came out. In overall ratings, "Get Out of the Way, Fate" was first with a 20.4% rating. "Left-handed Wife" was second with a 15.5% rating. And "Doctor Prisoner" was third with a 15.2% rating for its second episode,...More

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  [Ratings] "Doctor Prisoner" Maintains Huge Lead
  2019/04/11, Source
  "Doctor Prisoner" maintains it's impressive lead of the Wednesday/Thursday dramas,...More

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  [Ratings] "Doctor Prisoner" Top Ranked Drama
  2019/04/10, Source
  "Doctor Prisoner" came in first. According to Nielsen Korea nationwide, the KBS drama "Doctor Prisoner" rated 12.7% and 15.2%,...More

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  [HanCinema's News] Namgoong Min and Kim Byung-chul pose in bromantic selfie
  2019/04/05
  On April 4th Namgoong Min posted a picture on Instagram. In the picture, a smiling Namgoong Min is seen holding arms with his fellow actor Kim Byung-chul. The attached comment says that they get along great. It is signed I-jae and Min-sik, after the names of their characters on "Doctor Prisoner",...More

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  [Ratings] "Doctor Prisoner" Is Unbeatable
  2019/04/04, Source
  "Doctor Prisoner" ranks first place in Wednesday/Thursday dramas despite ratings decrease. According to Nielsen Korea nationwide, the KBS 2TV drama "Doctor Prisoner" rated 13.3% and 14.6% on the 4th,...More

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  [HanCinema's News] Namgoong Min Well-suited for Role on "Doctor Prisoner"
  2019/04/03
  Many factors can be attributed to "Doctor Prisoner"'s impressive rise in the ratings. Fashion sense is one of them. In addition to hairstyles, Namgoong Min's choice of suits has also come under scrutiny and is a popular Internet search term,...More

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  [Ratings] "Doctor Prisoner" Reigns by Nearly 10%
  2019/04/03, Source
  "Doctor Prisoner" is the highest rated Wednesday/Thursday drama by nearly 10%. According to Nielsen Korea nationwide, the KBS 2TV drama "Doctor Prisoner"rated 13.2% and 15.4%,...More

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  [HanCinema's News] Namgoong Min's Hairstyle in "Doctor Prisoner" Making Waves
  2019/04/02
  While many factors can be used to explain the success of "Doctor Prisoner", few are eclectic as Namgoong Min's hair. Searches for Namgoong Min's hairstyle and suit have been trending. Like everything else regarding the drama, this image has been specially crafted around the design of his character, prison doctor Yi-je,...More

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  Namgoong Min Becomes an Anti-hero
  2019/03/31, Source
  Actor Namgoong Min is back as an anti-hero. He plays a doctor who fights evil with evil,...More

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  Namgoong Min and Kim Nam-gil Provide Relief in a Time of Scandal
  2019/03/31, Source
  While the Burning Sun scandal causes havoc, dramas are relieving some of the frustration with blows to criminals and wrong-doers,...More

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  [HanCinema's News] "The Light in Your Eyes" Tops Latest Good Data Report
  2019/03/28
  On March 26th, the latest Good Data report was released. In it, "The Light in Your Eyes" jumped to the top of the rankings in its last week on air. "Doctor Prisoner" in its first week managed to hit number two,...More

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  [Ratings] "Doctor Prisoner" Thoroughly Beats "Big Issue" and "The Banker"
  2019/03/28, Source
  "Doctor Prisoner" broke its own record. According to Nielsen Korea nationwide, the KBS 2TV drama "Doctor Prisoner" rated 13.0% and 14.5%, beating its existing record of 12.2% and 13.9%,...More

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  [HanCinema's News] Namgoong Min Thanks Yoo Joon-sang for Sending Coffee Car to "Doctor Prisoner" Set
  2019/03/27
  On March 27th "Doctor Prisoner" released a photo taken on set. In the photo, Namgoong Min is scene making a humorous mimicking pose next to a promotional image of Yoo Joon-sang from "Liver or Die",...More

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  [Spoiler] "Doctor Prisoner" Namgoong Min and Kim Byung-chul Try to Outwit Each Other
  2019/03/27, Source
  On the latest episode of the KBS 2TV drama "Doctor Prisoner", Namgoong Min as Na Yi-je declared power dominating Kim Byung-chul as Seon Min-sik,...More

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  [Ratings] "The Banker" Starts in Second Place
  2019/03/27, Source
  "The Banker" started in second place. According to Nielsen Korea nationwide, the MBC drama "The Banker" rated 4.6% and 4.5%,...More

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  [HanCinema's News] "Doctor Prisoner" Tops Nielsen Report for Most Influential Television Programs
  2019/03/26
  On March 26th, CJ ENM and Nielsen Korea released their most recent report for most influential television programs. "Doctor Prisoner" topped the list at number one, followed by variety show "I Live Alone" at number two,...More

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  [Photos] New Stills Added for the Korean Drama "Doctor Prisoner"
  2019/03/26, Source
  New stills added for the Korean drama "Doctor Prisoner",...More

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  "Doctor Prisoner" Namgoong Min Thanks Fans for All the Love
  2019/03/25, Source
  Actor Namgoong Min thanked viewers for the viewing percentage of the KBS 2TV drama "Doctor Prisoner". He posted a picture of his "Doctor Prisoner" script with a short 'thanks' on the 22nd. He said, "I know I am not all that, but thank you for all your love",...More

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  [Spoiler] "Doctor Prisoner" Correlation Chart Divulges Character Relatinships
  2019/03/24, Source
  "Doctor Prisoner" continues to attract the attention of the public and is rated quite highly even after just a few weeks of airing. The first episode of the KBS drama "Doctor Prisoner" began on the 20th,...More

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  "Doctor Prisoner" Highly Successful After Only 2 Episodes
  2019/03/21, Source
  The new KBS 2TV drama "Doctor Prisoner" is on the road to success with the first two episodes hitting 10%. "Doctor Prisoner", which began on the 20th, is a new kind of medical suspense drama about an ace doctor who is ousted from his hospital and becomes a medical chief of a prison. With Namgoong Min in the lead, the drama is said to have engaged viewers since the first episode,...More

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  [Ratings] "Doctor Prisoner" Hits 10%
  2019/03/21, Source
  "Doctor Prisoner" showed a tremendous increase in just two broadcasts. According to Nielsen Korea nationwide, the KBS 2TV drama "Doctor Prisoner" rated 12.2% and 14.1% on the 21st,...More

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  [Ratings] "Doctor Prisoner" Starts Off Strongly
  2019/03/20, Source
  "Doctor Prisoner" came in first in its first week. According to Nielsen Korea nationwide, the first episode of the KBS 2TV drama "Doctor Prisoner" rated 8.4% and 9.8%,...More

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  Korean Drama Starting Today 2019/03/20 in Korea
  2019/03/20, Source
  Korean drama starting today 2019/03/20 in Korea "Doctor Prisoner",...More

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  [Photos + Video] Press Conference Images and a Highlight Video Added for the Upcoming Korean Drama "Doctor Prisoner"
  2019/03/18, Source
  Press conference images and a highlight video added for the upcoming Korean drama "Doctor Prisoner",...More

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  [Orion's Drama News] Crimes and Family Times
  2019/03/16
  We're back to stressing over fresh premieres assaulting our watchlist, as this week brings us the start, and goodies, of "Doctor Prisoner", "Kill It", "Confession - Drama" and "Mother of Mine". We have plenty more from shows further down the road, as well as some really fun casting news,...More

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  [Photo] New Poster Added for the Upcoming Korean Drama "Doctor Prisoner"
  2019/03/15, Source
  New poster added for the upcoming Korean drama "Doctor Prisoner",...More

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  [Video] Trailer Released for the Upcoming Korean Drama "Doctor Prisoner"
  2019/03/14, Source
  Trailer released for the upcoming Korean drama "Doctor Prisoner",...More

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  [HanCinema's News] Namgoong Min Posts "Doctor Prisoner" Image
  2019/03/13
  On March 13th, Namgoong Min posted a picture on his Instagram. In it, he has a downcast, moody expression, is wearing a suit, and is surrounding by moody, ambient red light. The picture was taken during the filming of "Doctor Prisoner",...More

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  [Orion's Drama News] Trust No One
  2019/03/09
  If you don't have enough stress in your life, "Confession - Drama" is here to help, and petty me is going to share some of its latest, anxiety-inducing goodies with you. The series is getting me all worked up, in a good way, and I already know I'm going to need those snacks and a clench-pillow when it's out. I have a giant teddy bear and I'm not afraid to use it,...More

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  [Photos] New Posters Added for the Upcoming Korean Drama "Doctor Prisoner"
  2019/03/08, Source
  New posters added for the upcoming Korean drama "Doctor Prisoner",...More

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  [Video] 2nd Teaser Released for the Upcoming Korean Drama "Doctor Prisoner"
  2019/03/07, Source
  2nd teaser released for the upcoming Korean drama "Doctor Prisoner",...More

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  [Video] New Teaser Released for the Upcoming Korean Drama "Doctor Prisoner"
  2019/03/04, Source
  New teaser released for the upcoming Korean drama "Doctor Prisoner",...More

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  [Photos] New Script Reading Stills Added for the Upcoming Korean Drama "Doctor Prisoner"
  2019/03/04, Source
  New script reading stills added for the upcoming Korean drama "Doctor Prisoner",...More

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  [Orion's Drama News] Fighting for the Painful Truth
  2019/03/02
  The new season is upon us, and while we wait for some romantic works to brew, I take a look at something more grounded in the often cruel reality. Today I share the first material out for "Beautiful World", and plenty more goodies from upcoming dramas, including some delicious casting news and possibilities,...More

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  [Video + Photo] Main Teaser and Teaser Poster Added for the Upcoming Korean Drama "Doctor Prisoner"
  2019/02/27, Source
  Main teaser and teaser poster added for the upcoming Korean drama "Doctor Prisoner",...More

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  [Orion's Drama News] Raining Stars Again
  2019/02/23
  It feels like we've cruised right through February, but its penultimate week packs quite a punch in terms of drama news. Casting news are generous once more, and we have promotional goodies dropping by the figurative truck-of-doom-load. Guard your to-watch list, all ye who enter here,...More

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  [Korean Drama Bites] Detectives, Nurses, and Subordinates Hit Dramaland
  2019/02/21
  Dramaland has been busy filling their casting dockets with talents known and lesser known. Check out the three gents below for the latest additions to dramaland,...More

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  [Orion's Daily Ramblings] "Doctor Prisoner" Releases Stills and Character Information
  2019/02/20
  "Doctor Prisoner" is getting ready to shake the ward with star-studded stills and some more character information on our key players. The upcoming KBS 2TV drama is described as a prison and medical suspense piece about the life and death battle of a genius doctor who becomes a medical director at a prison after being ousted from his hospital,...More

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  [Korean Drama Bites] Moodmakers and Gravitas
  2019/02/12
  Come with hungry drama bellies as today's casting news is full of delicious tidbits. From newer actors challenging themselves to an experienced actor taking on a Korean hero, enjoy the newest additions to dramaland,...More

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  [Orion's Drama News] Winter Thrills
  2019/02/09
  If you are in the colder parts of the Northern hemisphere along with me, you probably need some warmth during this season. Worry not, as this upcoming week in Dramaland has action, romance, and all other manner of goodies to get your blood pumping and your drama list plumping,...More

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  [Orion's Daily Ramblings] "Doctor Prisoner" Holds First Script Reading
  2019/02/07
  Promotions for KBS 2TV's upcoming "Doctor Prisoner" are finally kicking off, and we have stills from the first script reading. "Doctor Prisoner" is a hybrid prison x medical suspense drama about an ace surgeon, who was ousted from a large hospital, becoming the chief medical officer of a prison and engaging in a battle of life and death,...More

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  [Cast Update] Cast Updated for the Upcoming Korean Drama "Doctor Prisoner"
  2019/01/30, Source
  Cast updated for the upcoming Korean drama "Doctor Prisoner",...More

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  Lee Da-in to Join KBS Drama "Doctor Prisoner"
  2019/01/30, Source
  Lee Da-in joins the new KBS 2TV drama "Doctor Prisoner". "Doctor Prisoner" is a suspense drama about a genius doctor Lee Yi-jae (Namgoong Min) who becomes the medical chief at a prison,...More

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  [Orion's Daily Ramblings] Kwon Nara Offered Woman on a Mission Role for "Doctor Prisoner"
  2018/11/22
  Following a solid 2018 with "My Mister" and "Your Honor", actress Kwon Nara might be making a return next year with "Doctor Prisoner", the drama which has offered the leading, titular role to Namgoong Min, who is also still considering his offer. Get ready for prison-themed revenge, because this is Dramaland, and revenge is what people have for breakfast,...More

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  Namgoong Min Considers "Doctor Prisoner"
  2018/10/08, Source
  Nam-goong Min is considering "Doctor Prisoner". A source reported that the actor was offered the role of Na Yi-je, an ace at the emergency medical center,...More