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Television Drama

Cain and Abel (2009 South Korean TV Series)

Cain and Abel is a South Korean medical drama series that aired on SBS from February 18 to April 23, 2009. Directed by Kim Hyeong-sik and written by Park Kye-ok, the series consists of 20 episodes and was broadcast on Wednesday and Thursday nights.

Promotional poster for the drama Cain and Abel
Promotional poster for the drama Cain and Abel.

Plot

The narrative centers on the complex and often antagonistic relationship between two brothers, Lee Cho-in and Lee Seon-woo, who are both doctors. The story explores themes of professional rivalry, family secrets, and betrayal within the high-stakes environment of a hospital. As the brothers navigate their personal and professional lives, they become entangled in a series of conflicts involving their past, their romantic interests, and the struggle for control over their family's medical institution.

Cast

The series features an ensemble cast including:

  • So Ji-sub as Lee Cho-in
  • Shin Hyun-joon as Lee Seon-woo
  • Chae Jung-an as Kim Seo-yeon
  • Han Ji-min as Oh Young-ji
  • Kim Hae-sook as Na Hye-joo
Actor So Ji-sub
So Ji-sub, who portrays Lee Cho-in.
Actor Shin Hyun-joon
Shin Hyun-joon, who portrays Lee Seon-woo.
Actress Chae Jung-an
Chae Jung-an, who portrays Kim Seo-yeon.
Actress Han Ji-min
Han Ji-min, who portrays Oh Young-ji.
Actress Kim Hae-sook
Kim Hae-sook, who portrays Na Hye-joo.
Actress Ha You-mi
Ha You-mi, who portrays Kim Hyun-joo.
Actor Jang Yong
Jang Yong, who portrays Lee Jong-min.
Actor Kwon Hae-hyo
Kwon Hae-hyo, who portrays Kim Jin-keun.
Actor Ahn Nae-sang
Ahn Nae-sang, who portrays Jo Hyeon-taek.
Actor Yoon Ki-won
Yoon Ki-won, who portrays Park Soo-rak.
Actor Baek Seung-hyeon
Baek Seung-hyeon, who portrays Choi Chi-soo.
Actress Han Da-min
Han Da-min, who portrays Lee Jung-min.
Actor Park Sung-woong
Park Sung-woong, who portrays Oh Kang-cheol.
Actor Choi Jae-hwan
Choi Jae-hwan, who portrays Seo Jin-ho.
Actor Jo Won-hee
Jo Won-hee, who portrays Choi Bok-geun.

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