The Admiral: Roaring Currents

The Admiral: Roaring Currents

12 ships against a fleet of 330.

2014 · 126 min · ★ 7.0 · War, Action, Drama, History

Admiral Yi Sun-sin faces a tough challenge when he is forced to defend his nation with just 13 battleships against 300 Japanese enemy ships in the Battle of Myeongryang.

Directed by Kim Han-min · Written by Kim Han-min

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