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Forbidden Dream

7.120192h 12mMovieHistoryDrama

A true historical drama about King Sejong, the greatest ruler in Joseon history who sought to enhance national prosperity and military power through astronomy, and Jang Yeong-sil, the most remarkable scientist.

DirectorHur Jin-ho
WritersJung Bum-shik·Lee Ji-min
ProducersKim Chul-yong·William Kim

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Cast · Directed by Hur Jin-ho

CMChoi Min-sik
Choi Min-sik
Jang Yeong-sil
HSHan Suk-kyu
Han Suk-kyu
King Sejong
SGShin Gu
Shin Gu
Minister
HJHuh Joon-ho
Huh Joon-ho
Jo Mal-saeng
KTKim Tae-woo
Kim Tae-woo
Jeong Nam-son
KWKim Won-hae
Kim Won-hae
Jo Sun-saeng
IWIm Won-hee
Im Won-hee
Im Hyo-don
PSPark Sung-hoon
Park Sung-hoon
Crown Prince Yi Hyang
JYJeon Yeo-bin
Jeon Yeo-bin
Sa-im
YJYoon Je-moon
Yoon Je-moon
Choi Hyo-nam
MKMin Kyung-jin
Min Kyung-jin
Shin-gae
LDLee Dong-yong
Lee Dong-yong
Yun Jung-bu

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Forbidden Dream — streaming FAQ

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Forbidden Dream is streaming on Amazon Prime Video, Kocowa and Kanopy in United States, and available to rent or buy on Amazon Video. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is Forbidden Dream on Netflix?

No, Forbidden Dream is not on Netflix in United States as of October 2026. It's currently on Amazon Prime Video and Kocowa.

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Yes — Forbidden Dream is included with an Amazon Prime Video subscription in United States as of October 2026.

Where can I watch Forbidden Dream for free?

Forbidden Dream is available to stream free (with ads) on Kanopy and Hoopla in United States.