[Edaily Reporter Choi Hee-jae ] Ahead of its premiere, the KBS epic drama "Munmu" is building anticipation among viewers with a special preview episode.

KBS2 announced on the 7th, “We will air Parts 1 and 2 of the ‘Munmu Special’ on the 7th and 8th, featuring interviews with the cast and behind-the-scenes footage that offer a sneak peek into the epic narrative of ‘Munmu.’”

Scheduled to premiere on the 14th, KBS2’s new epic drama “Munmu” depicts the harrowing and solitary epic of leaders who staked everything on a single victory amid 600 years of war and internal upheaval within the Three Kingdoms. The cast includes Lee Hyun-wook (as Kim Beop-min), Jang Hyuk (as Yeon Gaesomun), Kim Kang-woo (as Kim Chun-chu), and Park Sung-woong (as Kim Yu-sin).

“Munmu” is the first epic historical drama from KBS—a leading producer of historical dramas—in three years since “The Goryeo-Khitan War,” and promises a grand narrative spanning a whopping 28 episodes.

Part 1 of the “Munmu Special,” airing on the 7th, explores the Three Kingdoms period—the backdrop of the drama—and explains why modern viewers should definitely watch “Munmu.” Historian Professor Lee Seong-won and historical writer Park Gwang-il will appear to shed light on the legacies of the heroes who led each kingdom.

Part 2, airing on the 8th, will reveal behind-the-scenes stories from the set, shared directly by the lead actors of “Munmu”—including Lee Hyun-wook, Jang Hyuk, Kim Kang-woo, and Park Sung-woong. This offers a sneak peek at how the vast historical records will be brought to life in the historical drama, heightening anticipation.

The “Munmu” production team stated, “We hope that viewers who have been eagerly awaiting the broadcast for a long time will be able to enjoy the series on a deeper level through this special episode,” adding, “We ask for your continued interest in the premiere, which is just one week away.”

Part 1 of the “Munmu Special” will air on the 7th, and Part 2 will air on the 8th at 9:20 p.m.