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The King and the Clown

The King and the Clown

Forbidden desire, sumptuous tragedy.

Two clowns living in Korea's Chosun Dynasty get arrested for staging a play that satirizes the king. They are dragged to the palace and threatened with execution but are given a chance to save their lives if they can make the king laugh.

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Movie Details

  • Original Title: 왕의 남자
  • Genres: Drama, History, Thriller
  • Release Date: 2005-12-29
  • Runtime: 121 minutes
  • Rating: 7/10 (105 votes)
  • Budget: $0
  • Revenue: $0
  • Production Companies: Cineworld, Cinema Service, Eagle Pictures
  • Status: Released
  • Popularity: 0.8795
  • Languages: Korean

Cast & Crew

Kam Woo-sung

Kam Woo-sung

as Jang-sang

Lee Joon-gi

Lee Joon-gi

as Gong-gil

Jung Jin-young

Jung Jin-young

as King Yeonsan

Kang Sung-yeon

Kang Sung-yeon

as Jang Nok-su

Yoo Hai-jin

Yoo Hai-jin

as Yuk-gab

Jang Hang-seon

Jang Hang-seon

as Cheo-sun

Jeong Seok-yong

Jeong Seok-yong

as Chil-duk

Lee Seung-hun

Lee Seung-hun

as Pal-bok

Yoon Joo-Sang

Yoon Joo-Sang

as Sung Hee-an

Choi Il-hwa

Choi Il-hwa

as Sung Jun

Gallery

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Trailers & Clips

King and the Clown (왕의 남자) - Main Trailer with English Subtitles

External Links

Keywords

friendshipjealousygamblingsuicide attemptclownpalacebased on play or musicalhistorical figureroyaltybromancehistorical fictionkingjesterjoseon dynasty (1392–1910)boys' love (bl)gay subtextbisexualcharacter development

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The King and the Clown?

The King and the Clown is a Drama, History, Thriller movie directed by . It was released on 2005-12-29.

Who are the main actors in The King and the Clown?

The main cast includes Kam Woo-sung, Lee Joon-gi, Jung Jin-young, Kang Sung-yeon, Yoo Hai-jin, .

Where can I watch The King and the Clown online?

You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if The King and the Clown is available.

Is The King and the Clown based on a true story?

Forbidden desire, sumptuous tragedy.

What is the IMDb rating of The King and the Clown?

The King and the Clown has an IMDb rating of 7/10 based on 105 votes.

What is the budget and revenue of The King and the Clown?

The movie had a production budget of $0 and earned $0 at the box office.

Who composed the soundtrack for The King and the Clown?

The soundtrack was composed by Cineworld, Cinema Service, Eagle Pictures. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.

Where was The King and the Clown filmed?

The King and the Clown was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.

How long is The King and the Clown?

The total runtime of The King and the Clown is 121 minutes.

Is The King and the Clown suitable for kids?

The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.

Will there be a sequel to The King and the Clown?

There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to The King and the Clown.

Does The King and the Clown have a post-credit scene?

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