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The Throne

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2015 | 126 min | Drama, History

Sunday Safe Betearly rating

Why it’s a Sunday Safe Bet

It drew serious awards attention, though it had soft box office and little lasting buzz. A safe bet when you want something reliable.

Based on critics, audiences, awards, box office and buzz. Details below.

Is it for you?

Who'll love it
Made for history buffs. If you loved Seabiscuit or Spencer, start here.
The mood
Thoughtful and character-driven.
The pace
Takes its time with its characters, at 2 hr 6 min.
What might put you off
It's in Korean, so expect subtitles (or a dub).

Ancient Korea, July 4, 1762. The Crown Prince Hyojang, posthumously named Sado, son of King Yeongjo of Joseon, is accused of treason. Thus, the king asks him to commit suicide, but his closest vassals prevent it, so the king orders the prince to get inside a wooden rice chest, where he suffers deprivation of food and water.

How it earned its rating

  • CriticsNot counted

    Not enough reviews on record yet

  • AudiencesSolid

    7.1 out of 10

  • AwardsStrong

    29 wins and 38 nominations from smaller awards and festivals

  • Box office & staying powerBelow par

    $46 million worldwide; still draws a steady audience long after release

  • Buzz & cultural impactBelow par

    About 33K people sought it out in the past year

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Cast & crew

Directed by Lee Joon-ik

  • Yoo Ah-inCrown Prince Sado
  • Song Kang-hoKing Yeongjo
  • Moon Geun-youngLady Hye Gyeong-gung
  • Jeon Hye-jinRoyal Consort Yeong-bin
  • Kim Hae-sookQueen In-won
  • Park Won-sangHong Bong-han
  • Lee Hyo-jeYoung Jeongjo
  • Lee Dae-yeonKim Sang-ro
  • Kang Sung-haeKim Han-goo
  • Choi Deok-moonHong In-han