Kingdom (킹덤)

Overview

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.

Key Crew

Top Cast

Ju Ji-hoon

Crown Prince Chang

Ryu Seung-ryong

Cho Hak-ju

Bae Doona

Seo-bi

Kim Sang-ho

Moo-yeong

Kim Sung-kyu

Yeong-sin

Jun Suk-ho

Cho Beom-pal

Kim Hye-jun

Queen Cho

Park Byung-eun

Min Chi-rok

Seasons

• Season 1
• Season 2

Season 1 (2019)

While strange rumors about their ill king grip a kingdom, the crown prince becomes their only hope against a mysterious plague overtaking the land.

6 episodes

Episodes

Episode 1: Episode 1

2019-01-25

Officials find notices in Hanyang alleging the king is dead. Crown Prince Lee Chang tries to check on his father, but the young queen stands in his way.

Runtime: 57 min

Episode 2: Episode 2

2019-01-25

Prince Chang and Mu-yeong arrive at Jiyulheon, where they make a horrific discovery. Seo-bi’s story of what she saw eerily resonates with Prince Chang.

Runtime: 55 min

Episode 3: Episode 3

2019-01-25

Night leads to chaos in Dongnae. Cho Hak-ju and the queen oversee the king’s care. Prince Chang reaches a disquieting conclusion and vows to fight back.

Runtime: 56 min

Episode 4: Episode 4

2019-01-25

On his way to seek Lord Ahn Hyeon’s help, Prince Chang encounters a group of stranded survivors and leads them to Jiyulheon, following Seo-bi’s advice.

Runtime: 47 min

Episode 5: Episode 5

2019-01-25

Prince Chang’s group comes across a village that oddly seems to be well-fed. While taking refuge at Lord Ahn Hyeon’s, Seo-bi notes something peculiar.

Runtime: 53 min

Episode 6: Episode 6

2019-01-25

Cho Hak-ju has chilling words for the queen, who’s hiding a sinister secret. Prince Chang orders Sangju’s defenses, but Seo-bi senses something awry.

Runtime: 44 min

Season 2 (2020)

The outbreak leaves no one safe. But the infected are not the only monsters in Prince Chang's way as he fights to protect the kingdom.

6 episodes

Episodes

Episode 1: Episode 1

2020-03-13

An unexpected setback in Sangju poses new problems for Prince Chang and the others. Seo-bi and Cho Beom-pal seek safety with Cho Hak-ju.

Runtime: 52 min

Episode 2: Episode 2

2020-03-13

After Prince Chang breaks into Mungyeong Saejae, a nightmare unfolds. Officials search the queen's home, suspecting she is hiding something.

Runtime: 40 min

Episode 3: Episode 3

2020-03-13

When Cho Hak-ju is taken from his custody, Prince Chang goes after him. Seo-bi looks for a way to treat the disease. The queen awaits her prince.

Runtime: 49 min

Episode 4: Episode 4

2020-03-13

Seo-bi shares a critical discovery with Prince Chang, who has a favor to ask of her. Cho Hak-ju visits the queen and demands she tell him the truth.

Runtime: 43 min

Episode 5: Episode 5

2020-03-13

To save innocent lives, Prince Chang and his men take over Hanyang. The queen determines that if she can't have the throne, no one can.

Runtime: 36 min

Episode 6: Episode 6

2020-03-13

With the palace painted red with blood, Prince Chang is forced to pursue a risky strategy. Seo-bi takes the baby and hides.

Runtime: 53 min

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