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Kingdom (2019 - 2020)

Drama Mystery
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In this zombie thriller set in Korea's medieval Joseon dynasty which has been defeated by corruption and famine, a mysterious rumor of the king’s death spreads, as does a strange plague that renders the infected immune to death and hungry for flesh. The crown prince, fallen victim to a conspiracy, sets out on a journey to unveil the evil scheme and save his people.

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Kim Eun-hee ,

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Kingdom is a gripping South Korean historical horror drama series set during the Joseon Dynasty, blending political intrigue with a thrilling zombie apocalypse. The story follows Crown Prince Lee Chang, who embarks on a dangerous journey to uncover the truth behind a mysterious plague that is resurrecting the dead and turning them into flesh-eating zombies. As he struggles to protect his kingdom from the growing outbreak, Lee Chang must also confront political conspiracies and betrayal within the royal court, as powerful figures seek to undermine his claim to the throne. The series is lauded for its stunning cinematography, intense action sequences, and rich storytelling that combines historical authenticity with supernatural elements. With its strong character development and exploration of themes such as power, survival, and loyalty, Kingdom captivates audiences and offers a unique twist on the zombie genre. The show’s ability to weave together personal and political conflicts, along with its social commentary on the consequences of corruption and negligence, elevates it beyond a typical horror series, making it a must-watch for fans of thrilling narratives and historical dramas.

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Kingdom Cast and Characters - Full Details

Ju Ji-hoon Ju Ji-hoon as Crown Prince Chang
Ryu Seung-ryong Ryu Seung-ryong as Cho Hak-ju
Bae Doona Bae Doona as Seo-bi
Kim Sang-ho Kim Sang-ho as Moo-yeong
Kim Sung-kyu Kim Sung-kyu as Yeong-sin
Jun Suk-ho Jun Suk-ho as Cho Beom-pal

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Keywords

kingdomroyal familybased on comicoutbreakzombiecrown princepalace intriguehistorical drama16th centuryjoseon dynastybusan, south koreapowerful

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