Damo (2003): cast, story & where to watch
2003 · Series · ★ 6.1

Released in 2003, Damo is a drama and crime series.
What it’s about. Damo is a 2003 South Korean fusion historical drama, starring Ha Ji-won, Lee Seo-jin, and Kim Min-joon. Set in the Joseon Dynasty, it tells the story of Chae-ok, a damo relegated to the low-status job of a female police detective who investigates crimes involving women of the upper class. Chae-ok shares a forbidden love with her mentor and superior Hwangbo Yoon, but while working undercover on a counterfeit ring case, she finds herself drawn to Jang Sung-baek, the mysterious leader of the rebel army she has infiltrated. It aired on MBC from July 28 to September 9, 2003 on Mondays and Tuesdays at 21:55 for 14 episodes.
Who’s in it. Damo stars Ha Ji-won as Chae Ok, Kim Min-jun as Jang Sung Baek, Lee Seo-jin as Commander Hwangbo and Lee Moon-sik as Ma Chook Ji, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.1/10, Damo has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on OnDemandKorea, Kocowa Amazon Channel and Kocowa. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Damo page.
If you liked it. Fans of Damo tend to enjoy Breaking Bad, Better Call Saul, Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba and Attack on Titan.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Damo (2003)?
- In US, Damo is available to stream on OnDemandKorea, Kocowa Amazon Channel and Kocowa. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Damo worth watching?
- Damo holds an audience score of 6.1 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and crime. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Damo?
- Damo stars Ha Ji-won, Kim Min-jun, Lee Seo-jin, Lee Moon-sik and No Hyeon-hee.
- When was Damo released?
- Damo was released in 2003.
