The Yi Sun-sin Trilogy ~ Watch All Three Movies on ROKU

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The Yi Sun-sin trilogy is an incredibly popular and epic South Korean historical war film series. Finally, all three (3) films are available to watch on the same streaming platform, ROKU. . The trilogy is about the three (3) major naval battles led by Admiral Yi Sun-sin during the Imjin Wars (1592–1598). “The Admiral: Roaring Currents” (2014) “Hansan: Rising Dragon” (2022) “Noryang: Deadly Sea (2023) ♦ (1) The Admiral: Roaring Currents (2014) Depicts the Battle of Myeongnyang (1597). “Do not look back when the only course is in front of you.” Watch Free: The ROKU Channel MAIN CHARACTER: Admiral Yi Sun-Shin (played by Choi Min-Sik, “Exhuma”, “Big Bet 1 and 2”, “In Our Prime”, “Nameless Gangster: Rules of The Time”, “Heart Blackened”, “Oldboy” ) LINKS OF INTEREST: ‘The Admiral: Roaring Currents’: Film Review | The Hollywood Reporter Review: ‘The Admiral: Roaring Currents’ a thrilling look at sea battle | Los Angeles Times Inside a 16th-Century Naval Battle: ‘The Admiral,’ a South Korean Film With Choi Min-sik – The New York Times TRAILER: Rotten Tomatoes Trailers. “The Admiral: Roaring Currents Official US Release Trailer (2014) – Choi Min-Sik War Drama HD.” YouTube, 14 Aug. 2014,
. ♦ (2) Hansan: Rising Dragon […]
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The Yi Sun-sin trilogy is an incredibly popular and epic South Korean historical war film series. Finally, all three (3) films are available to watch on the same streaming platform, ROKU. . The trilogy is about the three (3) major naval battles led by Admiral Yi Sun-sin during the Imjin Wars (1592–1598). “The Admiral: Roaring Currents” (2014) “Hansan: Rising Dragon” (2022) “Noryang: Deadly Sea (2023) ♦ (1) The Admiral: Roaring Currents (2014) Depicts the Battle of Myeongnyang (1597). “Do not look back when the only course is in front of you.” Watch Free: The ROKU Channel MAIN CHARACTER: Admiral Yi Sun-Shin (played by Choi Min-Sik, “Exhuma”, “Big Bet 1 and 2”, “In Our Prime”, “Nameless Gangster: Rules of The Time”, “Heart Blackened”, “Oldboy” ) LINKS OF INTEREST: ‘The Admiral: Roaring Currents’: Film Review | The Hollywood Reporter Review: ‘The Admiral: Roaring Currents’ a thrilling look at sea battle | Los Angeles Times Inside a 16th-Century Naval Battle: ‘The Admiral,’ a South Korean Film With Choi Min-sik – The New York Times TRAILER: Rotten Tomatoes Trailers. “The Admiral: Roaring Currents Official US Release Trailer (2014) – Choi Min-Sik War Drama HD.” YouTube, 14 Aug. 2014,
. ♦ (2) Hansan: Rising Dragon […]
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Y’all, I can’t believe we’re finally getting the Yi Sun-sin trilogy all in one place! “The Admiral: Roaring Currents” is an absolute classic, and Choi Min-sik is just phenomenal in it. I mean, who doesn’t love a good historical war film that’s basically a masterclass in naval strategy and epic battle scenes?

And can we talk about the quotes? “Do not look back when the only course is in front of you” hits differently when you’re binge-watching these films. 😂 I’m ready to relive the glory of the Imjin Wars, but also, I’m here for the drama and the intensity.

I’ll definitely be diving into “Hansan: Rising Dragon” and “Noryang: Deadly Sea” next. Has anyone seen them yet? Are they as good as the first one? I need to know before I commit my weekend to all three!
 
I watched all three movies over the weekend, and I have to say, this trilogy is a monumental tribute to Yi Sun-sin. What stood out the most for me was how each film portrayed a different side of the Admiral. In The Admiral: Roaring Currents, you feel the pressure on his shoulders. That battle was intense. Then Hansan gave more of a cerebral tone, focused on planning and unity. And Noryang was emotional. I knew he was going to die, but the way it was shown—calmly asking not to announce his death—was powerful. These films helped me understand why Koreans respect Yi Sun-sin so much. He was smart, disciplined, and didn’t seek glory for himself. He just did his duty. Watching them in order made the experience more meaningful.
 
I didn’t know anything about Yi Sun-sin before these movies. I watched them because I like war movies. After finishing all three, I looked him up. I was shocked that I had never heard of him. The part where he only had 13 ships? That’s crazy. I think Roaring Currents is the best movie, but Noryang has the most emotional weight. I felt sad but proud watching the end. ROKU did something good here by putting them together.
 
These films are a masterclass in portraying military strategy with clarity. As someone who studies historical warfare, I found the way each film built up Yi Sun-sin’s legacy fascinating. Hansan was my personal favorite, not just for the battle choreography but for how it depicted diplomacy and inner conflict. The performances were grounded and never exaggerated. This is a rare case of historical films being both accessible and serious.
 
I don’t usually watch historical dramas, but my brother made me sit down for Roaring Currents. I ended up watching all three. The acting was amazing. I liked how each movie used a different actor to show Yi Sun-sin at different stages of his life. It gave variety and realism. I don’t care much about ships or battles, but I still paid attention because the stories were strong. I might even read more about the Imjin War now.
 
This trilogy was long overdue to be on one platform. I teach Korean history to high schoolers in the U.S., and now I can easily recommend these films to my students. They’re visually strong but also faithful to the real events. Students can finally see why Yi Sun-sin is so important. The battle scenes are not just for entertainment—they reflect actual tactics. I appreciate how Hansan gave context to the turtle ships and their design. That’s hard to explain in class.
 
I liked Noryang the best. I prefer movies that end with something emotional, not just explosions. When he said, “Do not announce my death,” it hit me hard. That’s the kind of leader I respect. I also liked how they showed teamwork in battle. It wasn’t just one hero—it was everyone working together. I felt like I learned something from watching, not just about history but about leadership.
 

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