How did a small kingdom rise to unify an entire peninsula? Sword & Silence tells that story, and new stills reveal the key players behind one of history’s biggest turning points. Directed by Kim Yeong Jo of Hwarang: The Poet Warrior Youth, the drama traces how Silla overcame Goguryeo, Baekje and China’s Tang dynasty to unify the Three Kingdoms of Korea. If you love a sweeping historical epic, this one looks promising.
Sword & Silence: The Rulers and Advisers
Go Young Bin as King Uija: The ruler of Baekje is capable and courageous, yet carries a vulnerable side. He struggles with the stigma around his unclear lineage and with opposition from powerful figures.
Im Ho as Seong Chung: A loyal servant who gives the king painful but honest advice. When King Uija ignores his aides and removes officials who oppose him, Baekje’s downfall speeds up.
Kim Byung Gi as Sataek Ji Jeok: A noble at the heart of political and economic power. He acts as political partner and mentor, helping the king establish his royal authority in the early years of his reign.
The Generals and Defectors
Jung Eui Gap as Sang Young: A highly capable general who fights in the Battle of Hwangsanbeol to defend the capital, Sabi. He is defeated by Silla’s army and sees Baekje fall.
Kim Woo Dam as Gyebaek: A brave, steadfast general who commands Queen Sataek’s royal guard. Even after local nobles abandon Baekje, he leads reinforcements himself and faces Kim Yu Shin (Park Sung Woong) with fierce resolve, even willing to kill his own family.
Lee Dal as Geomil: A former Silla official who defects to Baekje seeking revenge, after Kim Pum Seok (Kim Heung Soo), governor of Daeyaseong Fortress, took his wife during the Battle of Daeyaseong. He meets a tragic end after Baekje falls.
Sword & Silence at a Glance
| Character | Actor | Role |
|---|---|---|
| King Uija | Go Young Bin | Ruler of Baekje |
| Seong Chung | Im Ho | Honest, loyal adviser |
| Sataek Ji Jeok | Kim Byung Gi | Noble and royal mentor |
| Sang Young | Jung Eui Gap | General at Hwangsanbeol |
| Gyebaek | Kim Woo Dam | Royal guard commander |
| Geomil | Lee Dal | Silla defector seeking revenge |
What the Team Promises?
The production team says the drama will portray the tragedy of Baekje’s fall, the first of the Three Kingdoms to perish, in a compelling and detailed way. They also credit the actors’ passionate performances for lifting the drama’s overall quality.
Premiere Details
Sword & Silence premieres on November 14 at 9:20 p.m. KST. While you wait, you can watch Kim Woo Dam in The Queen Who Crowns on Viki.
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FAQs
Q1. When does Sword & Silence premiere?
It premieres on November 14 at 9:20 p.m. KST.
Q2. Who plays King Uija?
Go Young Bin plays King Uija, the ruler of Baekje.
