Kingdom: Ashin of the North (2021)
At the end of Kingdom Season 2, the Crown Prince and his group discover that the source of the immortality drug is a man named Ashin, a Jurchen who has been living in Joseon for three generations. The Jurchens are a marginalized group in Joseon, and Ashin's father was killed while trying to get their village officially recognized as a Joseon village. Ashin's mother died of disease while living in poverty, and she was caught in the middle of the war between Joseon and the Jurchens. As a result, Ashin seeks revenge against both countries for destroying her family. This special episode of Kingdom provides backstory on Ashin, a complex and tragic character who is driven by revenge. It is a must-watch for fans of the show, and it helps to set the stage for Kingdom Season 3.
