Descendants of the Sun: Season 1
2016 · 16 episodes · ★ 8.6
What Season 1 of Descendants of the Sun
The season opens in Seoul, where Captain Yoo Si-jin, leader of a special forces unit, meets Dr. Kang Mo-yeon after an altercation at the hospital. The attraction is mutual, but their lives clash: he must always be ready for combat and follow orders that send him into dangerous zones, while she lives a hectic professional routine. Later, the story moves to a fictional country ravaged by war, where the UN sends Korean soldiers. There, Mo-yeon works as a volunteer for Doctors Without Borders in areas hit by disasters and disease. Both must find a way to bridge their differences.
Season 1 Episodes
1x01 Will You Be My Doctor?
While on vacation after a sensitive military operation, soldier Si-jin senses a connection with Mo-yeon, a beautiful and strong-willed surgeon.
1x02 We Bump Into Each Other While Passing By
Si-jin and Dae-young engage in a perilous operation in Afghanistan, while Mo-yeon assists in surgery. Later, Si-jin and Mo-yeon take in a movie.
Starring: Matthew Douma
1x03 How Have You Been?
Si-jin and Alpha Team join Mo-yeon and the doctors in Urk. Meanwhile, Myung-ju doesn't like how her father, Lt. Gen. Yoon, treats Dae-young.
1x04 I Will Find a Way to Drink
Tempers flare over a dying man when Mo-yeon insists she can save the patient's life. Meanwhile, Dae-young and Myung-ju reunite at the airport.
1x05 What Should I Do About the Kiss
After sharing a moment, Mo-yeon isn't sure what to think about her relationship with Si-jin. Later, Si-jin receives a panicked phone call.
1x06 I Shouldn't Have Received His Apology
After a powerful earthquake strikes Urk, the country descends into chaos. It's up to the medical team and soldiers to search for survivors.
Starring: Anupam Tripathi
1x07 I Missed You
In the earthquake's aftermath, heartbreaking decisions must be made by Si-jin and Mo-yeon, who both strive to save as many people as possible.
Starring: Anupam Tripathi
1x08 Comfort the Deceased With a Silent Prayer
When an aftershock strikes, Mo-yeon sees firsthand just how dangerous Si-jin's job can be. Later, an old phone message is accidentally broadcast.
1x09 That Wasn't Me
Mo-yeon is embarrassed after her unintentional confession, but Si-jin isn't about to let her off the hook. Meanwhile, a visitor makes everyone nervous.
1x10 You Got A Parcel From Shin Ji Young
Dae-young is rattled after seeing an old nemesis, Mo-yeon shares a dark dinner with Si-jin, and an unusual package arrives from home.
Starring: Matthew Douma, Derek Chouinard
1x11 Who on Earth Stole It?
While Dae-young and Myung-ju remain quarantined, the rest of the team fights the epidemic. Meanwhile, the supply truck with the cure disappears.
1x12 As of This Moment, Everyone Will Return to Team Alpha
Dae-young has a bad feeling about Si-jin's solo mission into Agus's hideout. Mo-yeon wonders if she's capable of dealing with Si-jin's secrecy.
Starring: Matthew Douma
1x13 You're Not My Director Any More
The medical team returns to their regular lives, but something's off. Meanwhile, Mo-yeon makes a bold career move, and Dae-young faces a tough choice.
Starring: Yoo Ah-in
1x14 The Movie We Missed
After a patient is rushed to the hospital, Mo-yeon is shocked to see who is in need of care. Meanwhile, a microchip reveals unexpected information.
1x15 I Will Stay Alive
Si-jin and Mo-yeon spend some much deserved time together. Dae-young and Myung-ju continue to have communication problems. Devastating news arrives.
1x16 This Is Unbelievable Season Finale
Mo-yeon and Myung-ju learn that not everything is what it seems. Meanwhile, a promotion is cause for celebration, and a trip reignites old passions.
Starring: WENDY, IRENE, JOY, Seulgi
Season 1 Cast
Song Joong-kiYoo Shi-jin16 episodes
Kim Ji-wonYoon Myung-joo16 episodes
OnewLee Chi-hoon16 episodes
Cho Tae-kwanDaniel Spencer16 episodes
Hyun Jyu-niDoctor Pyo16 episodes
Jeon Soo-jinRi Ye-hwa16 episodes
Lee Seung-joonSong Sang-hyun16 episodes
Kim Min-seokKim Ki-bum16 episodes
Ahn Bo-hyunSergeant Im Gwang-nam16 episodes
David Lee McInnisArgus16 episodes
Kim Byong-chulPark Byung-soo16 episodes
Park Hwan-heeChoi Min-Ji16 episodes
Olena ZhernovaValentine16 episodes
Jo Woo-riJang Hee-eun16 episodes
Tae In-hoHan Seok-won16 episodes
Park HoonChoi Woo-geun16 episodes
Choi WoongGong Cheol-ho16 episodes
Shin Dong-hoonAgent16 episodesWhere to Watch Season 1 of Descendants of the Sun
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many episodes are in Season 1 of Descendants of the Sun?
Season 1 of Descendants of the Sun has 16 episodes.
When did Season 1 of Descendants of the Sun premiere?
It premiered on February 24, 2016.
Where to watch Season 1 of Descendants of the Sun?
Available by subscription on Kocowa and WeTV (availability may vary by country).