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Seong Chun-hyang1961 • 144 minChun-hyang, the daughter of a gisaeng, is betrothed to Lee Mong-nyong. However, Lee departs for Seoul with his father, an aristocrat. The new governor, Byeon Hakdo, becomes obsessed with Chun-hyang, who is…7.36.2
Sword In The Moon2003 • 95 min • Box office $189KAction, Adventure, DramaIn the Kingdom of Joseon, ancient Korea, a new ruler seized power through force. As his ministers are mysteriously assassinated one by one, an arrogant swordsman is tasked with stopping the killings.5.25.7
Noryang: Deadly Sea2023 • 153 min • Budget $40M • Box office $34MWar, Action, HistoryDecember 1598 marks the seventh year of the Imjin War. Admiral Yi Sun-shin discovers that the Japanese forces in Korea are planning a quick retreat following the death of their leader, Toyotomi…6.36.3
Painted Fire2002 • 120 minDrama, HistoryAmidst political and social turmoil in 19th century Korea, the unconventional, self-taught painter Jang Seung-up cultivates his artistic ability within a restrictive environment.7.07.1
The Royal Tailor2014 • 127 minYoung tailor Lee Gong-jin finds himself drawn to the Queen while crafting her gown, and they develop feelings for one another. This success, however, makes him the target of Jo Dol-seok, the…7.27.1
Chunhyang2000 • 137 minDrama, RomanceA woman caught between duty and desire finds her loyalty challenged when her husband, the governor's son, departs for Seoul with his family. Once they arrive, the new governor makes an unwelcome…6.57.117+
The Sword with No Name2009 • 124 minDrama, Action, HistoryIn the Joseon dynasty, headhunter Mu Myeong falls for Lady Ja Yeong, who is destined to become Empress Myseongseong. Years later, Ja Yeong enters the royal palace to marry King Gojong. Still…6.16.1
The Age of Blood2017 • 103 minKorea, 1728. Swordsman Kim Ho, a guard for King Yeong-jo, is demoted and exiled to the Uigeumbu prison. That night, the prison is attacked by the skilled warrior Do Man-cheol and his…6.15.7
The Accidental Gangster2008 • 103 minKorea, 1724. During the Choson Dynasty, Chun-doong falls instantly in love with a woman he sees during a brawl. She ends up working as a maid at his tavern after being mistakenly…5.25.8
Detective K: Secret of the Living Dead2018 • 120 minDetective K and his partner investigate a series of murders on Kanghwa Island. They join forces with a mysterious woman who has lost her memory. The victims all show signs of vampire…5.76.1
The Divine Weapon2008 • 134 minAction, Adventure, HistoryIn 15th-century Korea, under King Sejong, the Joseon Dynasty flourished as a model of societal perfection. The rising Ming Empire in China viewed Joseon as a barrier to its ambitions for territory.…6.56.1
Untold Scandal2003 • 124 minDrama, RomanceIn late 18th century Korea, Lady Cho provokes Lord Jo-won into seducing her husband’s young, inexperienced concubine. She proposes a dangerous bargain: she will share a bed with him if he succeeds…6.46.8
The Servant2010 • 124 minRomance, Drama, HistoryA servant develops feelings for a woman that his master also desires. The woman reciprocates the servant's affection but also yearns for a higher social standing.5.86.3
The King and the Clown2005 • 121 minDrama, History, ThrillerIn Korea's Chosun Dynasty, two clowns face arrest for performing a play that mocks the king. Taken to the palace, they are threatened with execution unless they can successfully amuse the monarch.6.97.313+
Blades of Blood2010 • 108 minAction, DramaDriven by a shared desire to end corruption and improve the world, Lee Mong-hak and the skilled blind swordsman Hwang Jeong-hak form an alliance. To achieve their aims, Lee Mong-hak establishes a…6.45.917+
Heung-boo: The Revolutionist2018 • 105 minIn 19th century Korea, amidst widespread poverty and hopelessness, a satirical street play mocking the ruling class unexpectedly resonates with the public. The play's creator, Heung-bo, gains national fame and becomes a…6.35.6
The Throne2015 • 126 min • Box office $42MDrama, HistoryKorea, 1762. Crown Prince Hyojang, son of King Yeongjo, is accused of treason. The king orders him to commit suicide, but loyal officials intervene. Instead, the prince is confined to a wooden…7.17.1
The Assassin2023 • 101 minThis action-packed historical drama follows Yi Nan, Joseon's greatest swordsman, as he confronts a predetermined destiny.5.65.5
Heaven's Soldiers2005 • 106 min • Budget $8MScience Fiction, Action, ComedyIn modern times, a group of soldiers journeys into the past and encounters Admiral Lee, widely regarded as history's most accomplished military leader. They work to inspire him to expel foreign invaders.6.05.913+
The Swordsman2020 • 101 min • Box office $1MAction, Drama, HistoryFollowing a coup that leaves him blind, Joseon's most celebrated swordsman retreats from the turmoil of his capital. His seclusion is shattered when his daughter is abducted by traffickers, forcing him to…7.56.814+
A Tale of Legendary Libido2008 • 120 minComedy, Fantasy, DramaA monk shares a secret for intense arousal with a man who has suffered past abuse. The man, having endured cruel teasing and torment, resolves to seek assistance.5.85.3
A Birth2022 • 151 minKim Dae-gun, a young man with visions of a revitalized Joseon, is driven by action rather than words. He embraces his destiny as one of Joseon's first priests and journeys to Macau…6.28.1
Woochi: The Demon Slayer2009 • 136 min • Budget $12MAdventure, Action, ComedySet across four centuries of Korean history, this action-adventure follows a powerful artifact and three wizards determined to safeguard it at all costs.6.86.6
Duelist2005 • 111 minActionDetective Nam-soon goes undercover with her partner Detective Ahn to investigate a counterfeiting ring. Her investigation leads her to Sad Eyes, a skilled swordsman with a striking appearance who may hold the…6.45.9
Uprising2024 • 126 minAction, Drama, HistoryDuring the Joseon Dynasty, two childhood friends – once master and servant – meet again after a war. They now find themselves on opposite sides of a conflict, becoming enemies.7.06.617+
Shadowless Sword2005 • 117 min • Box office $3MAction, AdventureIn 927 AD, a brutal army has overthrown the kingdom's ruling family, throwing the country into turmoil. Prince Jung-Hyun, the last surviving heir, is in hiding, unaware of the tragedy that has…6.26.417+
The Pirates2014 • 130 min • Budget $13M • Box office $64MAction, Adventure, ComedyJust before the Joseon Dynasty is established, a Chinese envoy arrives carrying Emperor Ming's Royal Seal. However, a giant whale appears and swallows the seal. A large reward is offered for its…7.06.5
Detective K: Secret of the Lost Island2015 • 125 minIn Joseon, Detective Kim Min is tasked with investigating the widespread distribution of fake silver. While pursuing the counterfeiters, he also seeks the missing sibling of a young girl.6.56.30+
Monstrum2018 • 106 min • Box office $5MAction, Horror, DramaKorea, 1506. Half-brother Jung-jong seizes the throne from the tyrannical King Yeonsan-gun, initiating his rule with a brutal purge. Years of conspiracies and rebellions destabilize the kingdom. By 1528, unsettling rumors reach…6.56.1
Lost Flower: Eo Woo-dong2015 • 100 minSet in the early Joseon Dynasty, the film explores a complicated love triangle between Eo Woo-dong, her husband Lee Dong, and the mythical character Moo-gong. It depicts the conflicting lives of the…5.15.217+
The Treacherous2015 • 133 min • Box office $6MDrama, History, CrimeThis is the story of King Yeonsan of the Joseon dynasty, a ruthless ruler who uses his people for personal gratification. A trusted retainer manipulates the king and governs the court. Meanwhile,…6.16.1
Detective K: Secret of Virtuous Widow2011 • 115 min • Box office $32MMystery, Action, HistoryIn 1782, King Jeong-jo of Joseon tasks detective K with investigating a series of murders linked to government corruption.6.66.3
Portrait of a Beauty2008 • 108 minDrama, RomanceYoon-jeong, born into a family of renowned court painters, possesses a natural talent for art. However, tradition dictates her brother must uphold the family name, as painting is forbidden for women. While…6.26.313+
War of the Arrows2011 • 122 min • Budget $8M • Box office $49MDrama, Action, HistoryFollowing their father's death, two siblings are raised by their father's closest friend. Their lives are upended when one of them is kidnapped just before her wedding, prompting the other to rebel…7.27.117+
Shadows in the Palace2007 • 112 minWhen a palace maid is found dead, officially ruled a suicide, dedicated doctor Chun-ryung begins to believe something isn't right. His own investigation reveals a complex web of lies, carefully built by…7.16.313+
Romantic Warriors2003 • 98 minA team of assassins kidnaps a hostage for ransom, but their escape into the woods leads them to a haunted house. Their presence disrupts the ghosts' plans for moving on to the…5.14.5
Feng Shui2018 • 126 minPark Jae-sang, a royal geomancer, advises people on auspicious locations for buildings and burial sites, believing these choices influence their descendants' futures. After exposing a conspiracy concerning the Crown Prince's burial, he…7.26.2
The Great Battle2018 • 135 min • Budget $13M • Box office $41MWar, History, Action645 AD. The Tang Dynasty's Emperor Taizong launches a brutal invasion of Goguryeo, aiming for the Korean capital. His forces achieve repeated victories, but they encounter Ansi, a heavily fortified stronghold defended…6.87.0
The Sound of a Flower2015 • 109 minIn Joseon Dynasty Korea, Chae-sun, a woman of low social standing, defies tradition by pursuing a career in singing, a profession reserved for men. She must balance her loyalty to her teacher…6.76.313+
The Magician2015 • 122 minIn Joseon Dynasty Korea, a princess journeys to the Qing Dynasty for a political marriage. During her travels, she encounters a young magician and develops feelings for him.6.15.9
Joseon Chefs2023Disheartened by repeated unsuccessful applications for public jobs, a young man unexpectedly connects with the region's top chef. He becomes captivated by the culinary world the chef introduces him to.4.07.5
Behind The Shadows2023 • 82 minIn Joseon-era Korea, three friends grapple with unspoken desires as Yoon Ho develops feelings for someone he cannot reveal. The story explores the complexities of love, friendship, and societal expectations.6.0—
