I am the King (2012) : distribution, intrigue et streaming
2012 · Film · ★ 6.3
Released in 2012, I am the King is a comédie, drame and histoire film directed by Jang Kyu-sung, running about 120 minutes. “South Korean film inspired by The Prince and the Pauper set in the Joseon Dynasty.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Durant la période de Joseon, le Prince Chung Nyeong et futur héritier de la nation, s'aventure à l'extérieur des murs du palais avant son investiture. Seulement il est loin de se douter qu'entretemps l'esclave Deok Chil, qui lui ressemble trait pour trait, va prendre sa place sur le trône pendant son absence. Les deux hommes vont alors vivre la vie l'un de l'autre en évitant d'être découvert…
Who’s in it. I am the King stars Ju Ji-hoon as Grand Prince Choong-nyung / Deok-chil, Baek Yoon-sik as Hwang Hee, Byun Hee-bong as Shin Ik-yeok and Park Young-kyu as King Taejong, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.3/10, I am the King 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 I am the King page.
If you liked it. Fans of I am the King tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, La vie est belle and Fight Club.
Questions fréquentes
- Where can I watch I am the King (2012)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for I am the King change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is I am the King worth watching?
- I am the King holds an audience score of 6.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comédie, drame and histoire. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in I am the King?
- I am the King stars Ju Ji-hoon, Baek Yoon-sik, Byun Hee-bong, Park Young-kyu and Im Won-hee.
- When was I am the King released?
- I am the King was released in 2012, with a runtime of about 120 minutes.