Kingdom: Ashin of the North
Seen it?2021 | 92 min | Drama, Fantasy, Thriller
Weeknight WatchWhy it’s a Weeknight Watch
With almost no lasting buzz and soft box office, it's a mixed bag. Fine if it's on; don't plan your night around it.
Based on critics, audiences, awards, box office and buzz. Details below.Is it for you?
- Who'll love it
- Made for anyone who likes to be kept guessing and fantasy fans.
- The mood
- Tense.
- The pace
- Takes its time with its characters, at 1 hr 32 min.
- What might put you off
- It's in Korean, so expect subtitles (or a dub).
Tragedy, betrayal and a mysterious discovery fuel a woman's vengeance for the loss of her tribe and family.
How it earned its rating
- CriticsNot counted
Not enough reviews on record yet
- AudiencesSolid
7.1 out of 10
- AwardsNot counted
No major awards or nominations
- Reach & staying powerBelow par
Streaming release that reached a modest audience
- Buzz & cultural impactWeak
Not enough engagement data yet
Trailer
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Cast & crew
Directed by Kim Seong-hun
- Gianna JunAshin
- Park Byung-eunMin Chi-rok
- Kim SiaLittle Ashin
- Kim Roi-haTahab
- Koo Kyo-hwanAidagan
- Jung Suk-wonCho Beom-il
- Ji Hyun-junMilitary Officer
- Kwon Beom-taekPhysician Lee Seung-hui
- Han Sung-sooPatient
- Kim Dam-hoAshin's Brother