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Set in Qin Dynasty during the warring states period in ancient China. Shin was a war orphan. He has a dream of becoming a great general Shin has a fateful encounter with young King Eisei. King Eisei aims to unify all of China.
In the fictional Korean Joseon era, Crown Prince Chang investigates a mysterious plague sweeping the kingdom. He uncovers a conspiracy that threatens not only the lives of his people but also the future of his dynasty. As the dead begin to rise as flesh-eating zombies, the Prince and his allies must race against time to find a cure and quell the supernatural outbreak, all while battling political rivals seeking to usurp the throne.
Kingdom received widespread critical acclaim for its unique blend of historical drama and zombie horror, praised for its compelling narrative, stunning visuals, and intense action sequences. Critics lauded its sophisticated storytelling, which expertly wove political intrigue with visceral scares, and its timely exploration of social inequality and leadership.
A masterclass in genre fusion, successfully blending historical accuracy with thrilling zombie horror.
Praised for its fast-paced plot, impressive production design, and strong performances.
Lauded for its social commentary on class disparity and corrupt governance within its terrifying narrative.
Google audience: Audiences overwhelmingly loved Kingdom, praising its originality, intense zombie action, and compelling historical setting. Many highlighted the show's ability to create a sense of dread and suspense while also delivering satisfying plot developments and character arcs.
Nominated for Best Drama Series at the International Emmy Awards. Won multiple awards at the Baeksang Arts Awards.
The series was inspired by historical records of a famine and plague during Korea's Joseon Dynasty, combined with the popular zombie genre.
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Kingdom is a live-action adaptation of Yasuhisa Hara’s manga, set during China’s warring states era with some historical characters, making it an engaging story. Adapting manga to live-action is challenging due to high fan expectations, but...