Defendant

Defendant (2017)

EndedScripted showThriller, Legal

Park Jung Woo is a prosecutor at Seoul Central District Prosecutors' Office. One day, he wakes up and finds himself in locked up at the police station. He has temporary amnesia. Park Jung Woo is falsely accused and is sentenced to death. He must struggle to prove his innocence.

Network
Scheduleevery Monday, Tuesday at 22:00 (65 min)

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S01E18Episode 18Mar 21, 2017
S01E17Episode 17Mar 20, 2017
S01E16Episode 16Mar 14, 2017
S01E15Episode 15Mar 13, 2017
S01E14Episode 14Mar 7, 2017
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did the TV show 'Defendant' premiere?

'Defendant' premiered on January 23, 2017.

Who are the main cast members of 'Defendant'?

The main cast members of 'Defendant' include Ji Sung, Uhm Ki-joon, and Kwon Yuri.

What is the genre of 'Defendant'?

'Defendant' is a legal thriller drama.

Who directed the TV show 'Defendant'?

The TV show 'Defendant' was directed by Jo Young-kwang.

Where is the TV show 'Defendant' set?

'Defendant' is set in South Korea.

What is the premise of 'Defendant'?

'Defendant' follows the story of a prosecutor who wakes up in prison, accused of murdering his wife and daughter.

How many episodes are there in 'Defendant'?

'Defendant' consists of 18 episodes.

What is the average duration of each episode in 'Defendant'?

Each episode of 'Defendant' has an average duration of approximately 70 minutes.

Is 'Defendant' based on a true story?

No, 'Defendant' is a work of fiction and is not based on a true story.

What language is spoken in 'Defendant'?

'Defendant' is primarily in Korean, with English subtitles available.

Who wrote the screenplay for 'Defendant'?

The screenplay for 'Defendant' was written by Choi Soo-jin.

What network aired 'Defendant'?

'Defendant' aired on SBS (Seoul Broadcasting System).

Did 'Defendant' receive any awards or nominations?

Yes, 'Defendant' received several awards and nominations, including the Excellence Award for Actor in a Miniseries for Ji Sung at the 2017 SBS Drama Awards.

Is 'Defendant' available for streaming online?

Yes, 'Defendant' is available for streaming online on various platforms.

What was the viewership of 'Defendant' during its run?

'Defendant' had high viewership ratings throughout its run, making it one of the most-watched dramas of 2017.

Did 'Defendant' have a strong fan following?

Yes, 'Defendant' gained a strong fan following due to its gripping storyline and stellar performances.

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Also known as

  • 피고인 (Korea, Republic of)
  • Pigoin (Korea, Republic of)

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