A War Diary poster

A War Diary

10.0(1)19782h 5m1

Admiral Lee Sun-shin designs and builds the 'Turtle Ships' in preparation of the Japanese invasion during the Injin War. He is promoted after his victories, but due to his expanding influence and increased popularity in military circles, the king comes to fear him and has him imprisoned. A year later, the Japanese navy attempts another invasion and the king is required to enter the prison and beg the admiral's assistance.

Share WhatsApp Telegram
Status
Released
Budget
—
Box office
—
Language
Korean
  • historical drama
  • naval warfare
  • japanese invasion of korea
  • korean navy
  • joseon dynasty (1392–1910)
  • yi sun-sin
  • imjin war

Top billed cast

Behind the camera

Director

Jang Il-ho

Produced in

South Korea

Videos

No extra videos are listed for this title yet.

Release dates

  • South KoreaKR

    • Theatrical21 Jan 1978

Frequently asked questions

A War Diary was released on 21 January 1978.

Member reviews

Sign in to rate and review. Browsing stays free and open.

Sign in

Member comments

0

Sign in to post a comment. Browsing stays free and open.

Sign in

More like this