왕을 참하라 (2017): Besetzung, Handlung & Streaming

Released in 2017, 왕을 참하라 is a drama film directed by Kim Jae-soo, running about 116 minutes. “"Seongjong's 10 years, wise during the day and tyrant at night"” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. Seongjong who history remembers, earns a reputation for appreciating the motto 'making the people feel comfortable and putting political affairs right'. He is known as the king who led his country in the most peaceful and steady way during the Joseon times. However, was Seongjong really a wise king? Seongjong was enthroned by Queen Jeong-hee, Queen In-soo, Han Myeong-hoi and his supporters. The 13-year-old king made 73 of his supporters his retainers! Numerous noblemen were happy that he became king. However, some of his people had to cry blood because he became the king. "Is this country run by phantoms like you My Lord?" Seongjong, the puppet who dreamt of a reign of peace, wishes to behead the king who dominates the people!

Who’s in it. 왕을 참하라 stars Kang Yun as Yi Hyeol, Kang Bo-min as Bi-seol, Choo Suk-Young as Grand Prince Wolsan and Anita as Queen Insoo, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, 왕을 참하라 has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch 왕을 참하라 page.

If you liked it. Fans of 왕을 참하라 tend to enjoy Die Verurteilten, Der Pate, Schindlers Liste and Der Pate - Teil II.