Palace of Ambition (1957): cast, story & where to watch
1957 · Film · ★ 6
Released in 1957, Palace of Ambition is a drama, mystery and history film directed by Jeong Chang-hwa, running about 98 minutes.
What it’s about. A nobleman bribes a maidservant to gain access to the palace and poison the crown prince. Another noble, loyal to the royal family, learns the of the plot and must learn the identity of the would-be assassin before he can succeed in throwing the country into chaos.
Who’s in it. Palace of Ambition stars Chang Hoon as King Hansu, Kim Ok-ran as Queen, Kim Mi-seon as Goo Seulagi and Lee Seung-hwa as Crown Prince Bohae, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, Palace of Ambition 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 Palace of Ambition page.
If you liked it. Fans of Palace of Ambition tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Palace of Ambition (1957)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Palace of Ambition change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Palace of Ambition worth watching?
- Palace of Ambition holds an audience score of 6.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama, mystery and history. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Palace of Ambition?
- Palace of Ambition stars Chang Hoon, Kim Ok-ran, Kim Mi-seon, Lee Seung-hwa and Byeon Gi-jong.
- When was Palace of Ambition released?
- Palace of Ambition was released in 1957, with a runtime of about 98 minutes.