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The Return of Iljimae is a 2009 South Korean historical action television series, starring Jung Il-woo in the title role of Iljimae, Yoon Jin-seo, Kim Min-jong and Jung Hye-young. It aired on MBC from January

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
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    The Return of Iljimae Season 1 Episode 1 - Episode 1
    8.5/10(10 votes)

    #1 - Episode 1

    S1:E1

    Iljimae confronts the evil Bulgasari for his crimes against the citizens of Hanyang. Two people, Cha Dol and Bae Sun-dal, work to create a written account of Iljimae's unique stories.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  2. The Return of Iljimae Season 1 Episode 2 - Episode 2
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #2 - Episode 2

    S1:E2

    Iljimae learns the truth about his early life from Wang Hengbo. In the company of Wang Hengbo, Iljimae goes back to Joseon after discovering what his real mother said when he left her.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  3. The Return of Iljimae Season 1 Episode 3 - Episode 3
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #3 - Episode 3

    S1:E3

    Danger follows Iljimae’s journey but he arrives to find there is a funeral in progress. Both Wang Hengbo and Iljimae are taken into custody by the authorities for different offenses.

    Director:Unknown
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  4. The Return of Iljimae Season 1 Episode 4 - Episode 4
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #4 - Episode 4

    S1:E4

    Breaking out of prison, Iljimae and Wang Hengbo chose different paths. While Iljimae takes refuge in a cave, Wang Hengbo flees back to his previous home as Koo Ja Myung follows.

    Director:Unknown
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  5. The Return of Iljimae Season 1 Episode 5 - Episode 5
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #5 - Episode 5

    S1:E5

    While tracking down Iljimae for his crimes, Koo Ja Myung finds two other runaways from justice. Dal and her father are put to death as an overwhelmed Iljimae watches the entire event.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  6. The Return of Iljimae Season 1 Episode 6 - Episode 6
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #6 - Episode 6

    S1:E6

    Iljimae changes his life and lets go of negative feelings with Monk Yeolgong's help. The newly optimistic Iljimae makes the choice to live with Geol Chi in a small community.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  7. The Return of Iljimae Season 1 Episode 7 - Episode 7
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #7 - Episode 7

    S1:E7

    While being stranded in Japan with a ninja family, Iljimae saves a life. Issues between two warring organizations cause problems for the town of Hanyang as Iljimae is no longer there to keep the peace.

    Director:Unknown
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  8. The Return of Iljimae Season 1 Episode 8 - Episode 8
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #8 - Episode 8

    S1:E8

    Koo Ja-myung comes back to Hanyang with a goal of calming the trouble between two rival groups. Upon Iljimae's arrival, he locates Wol-hee and requests that she put something away for safe keeping.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  9. The Return of Iljimae Season 1 Episode 9 - Episode 9
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #9 - Episode 9

    S1:E9

    Wang Hengbo engages in a brutal fight with Iljimae but he receives a surprise that causes him to flee. Unseen forces inside their organization stop the Haedongs.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  10. The Return of Iljimae Season 1 Episode 10 - Episode 10
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #10 - Episode 10

    S1:E10

    Koo Ja-myung receives aid in his quest to bring the final criminals in the area to justice. Retribution finally reaches Nobleman Yoon for his evil deeds concerning the less fortunate.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  11. The Return of Iljimae Season 1 Episode 11 - Episode 11
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #11 - Episode 11

    S1:E11

    Iljimae becomes a wanted man by taking money from the rich and giving it to the poor. The idea of a wedding to Wol-hee causes Iljimae to realize that he still has strong feelings for a former love.

    Director:Unknown
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  12. The Return of Iljimae Season 1 Episode 12 - Episode 12
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #12 - Episode 12

    S1:E12

    After coming to the aid of a upper class woman, Iljimae brings her to stay with Wol Hee and it causes problems as she focuses her intentions on her rescuer. A man that came under the scrutiny for his business dealings forcefully takes Cha Dol.

    Director:Unknown
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  13. The Return of Iljimae Season 1 Episode 13 - Episode 13
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #13 - Episode 13

    S1:E13

    Freeing a girl from her kidnapper, Iljimae goes over memories of his lost love who was put to death. Wol Hee is deeply hurt by the way Iljimae starts treating her after he looks into his own life and behavior.

    Director:Unknown
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  14. The Return of Iljimae Season 1 Episode 14 - Episode 14
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #14 - Episode 14

    S1:E14

    Iljimae takes matters into his own hands to set Wol Hee free when she is taken into custody by the authorities. Baek Mae arrives to see Koo Ja Myung but leaves after getting assurances from him concerning Iljimae.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  15. The Return of Iljimae Season 1 Episode 15 - Episode 15
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #15 - Episode 15

    S1:E15

    An impostor pretending to be Iljimae causes problems for the authorities and criminals escape from the jail. Iljimae goes on a journey to find the impostor and causes Wol Hee more sadness.

    Director:Unknown
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  16. The Return of Iljimae Season 1 Episode 16 - Episode 16
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #16 - Episode 16

    S1:E16

    Iljimae is following Wang Hengbo as he faces men that want to take his life. Wang Hengbo must create another plan when Iljimae stops the current plan before it is complete.

    Director:Unknown
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  17. The Return of Iljimae Season 1 Episode 17 - Episode 17
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #17 - Episode 17

    S1:E17

    After attempting suicide, Wol Hee is found alive but Iljimae remains under the impression that she is dead. Iljimae takes the life of two men and a group hunts him down for the crime.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  18. The Return of Iljimae Season 1 Episode 18 - Episode 18
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #18 - Episode 18

    S1:E18

    Monk Yeolgong helps Wol Hee as Iljimae comes to the temple after being shot. Wol Hee takes care of Iljimae’s wounds as Monk Dokbo leaks information about Iljimae's current location to the authorities.

    Director:Unknown
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  19. The Return of Iljimae Season 1 Episode 19 - Episode 19
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #19 - Episode 19

    S1:E19

    Iljimae frees Wol Hee from Kim Ja Jeom and convinces the group hunting him to end their pursuit. Yang Po presents a mutually beneficial idea to Wang Hengbo and reveals hidden information.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  20. The Return of Iljimae Season 1 Episode 20 - Episode 20
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #20 - Episode 20

    S1:E20

    The Dohwiso Weapons Center employs Wol Hee as a cook while Iljimae keeps the center safe from those who want to attack. After an explosion caused by Kim Ja Jeom, Yang Po and Wang Hengbo come to the center with a goal of capturing Iljimae.

    Director:Unknown
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  21. The Return of Iljimae Season 1 Episode 21 - Episode 21
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #21 - Episode 21

    S1:E21

    Sung Kae loses his life after a dramatic confrontation with Iljimae causes an accident. Kim Ja Jeom receives some disturbing news concerning the status of Iljimae from Park Bi Su.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  22. The Return of Iljimae Season 1 Episode 22 - Episode 22
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #22 - Episode 22

    S1:E22

    Cha Doljimae tries to help Wol Hee after she fails to get away. A gift from Miyamoto saves the life of Iljimae during a fast paced fight with Park Bi Su.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  23. The Return of Iljimae Season 1 Episode 23 - Episode 23
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #23 - Episode 23

    S1:E23

    An anxious Iljimae successfully reaches Baek Mae in time but he is too late to prevent her death. Lord Choi makes a special request of Iljimae concerning relocation to China.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  24. The Return of Iljimae Season 1 Episode 24 - Episode 24
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #24 - Episode 24

    S1:E24

    Iljimae recovers enough from his injuries to hear about the ongoing battle. The intriguing visions of Iljimae's dream transition into the present day landscape of Korea and a man dressed in black that resembles him.

    Director:Unknown
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Best Episodes Summary

"Episode 1" is the best rated episode of "The Return of Iljimae". It scored 8.5/10 based on 10 votes. Directed by Unknown and written by Unknown, it aired on 1/21/2009. This episode scored 8.5 points higher than the second highest rated, "Episode 2".