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Descendants of the Sun
DramaRomanceMedical
This story tells of doctors stationed in the fictional war zone of Urk, and follows the love story that develops between a surgeon and a special forces officer, both elite in their respective fields. The story tracks both their personal and professional struggles while exploring issues about the value of life.
- Status
- Ended
- Language
- Korean
- Premiered
- February 24, 2016
- Ended
- April 14, 2016
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