Kingdom

Netflix · 2019-2021 · 2 Seasons · 12 Episodes · Ended
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60
Fan Heat

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About Kingdom

In a plague-ravaged Joseon, the crown prince races to uncover the truth behind a sickness that turns the dead into ravenous, flesh-hungry creatures. Branded a traitor and hunted by the corrupt Haewon Cho clan that controls the throne, he flees the capital to chase rumors of his father's fate. What he finds in the southern provinces is far worse than palace treachery: a hunger spreading faster than any horseman can ride.

The horror is inseparable from the politics. While famine-starved peasants are reduced to unthinkable acts and bodies pile up unburied, the ruling clan hoards rice and clings to power, weaponizing the dead king's silence to install a puppet heir. Kim Eun-hee threads class rage and court intrigue through every set piece, so each wave of the undead feels less like a monster attack than the inevitable rot of a kingdom that fed on its own people.

Sweeping in scale and meticulous in its period detail, the series pairs lavish hanbok and moonlit fortress sieges with genuinely terrifying nighttime swarms. Anchoring the chaos are a desperate prince and a sharp-eyed physician who together piece together the plague's origin, played with fierce commitment by Ju Ji-hoon and Bae Doona.

Production Details & Legacy

Kingdom was created by Kim Eun-hee and originally aired on Netflix, with streaming available on Netflix. The series ran for 2 seasons and 12 episodes from 2019-2021, establishing itself as a landmark entry in the horror and drama and thriller genres. Since its conclusion, Kingdom has continued to attract new viewers through streaming platforms and remains a frequent subject of critical reappraisal and fan discussion.

The series features a rich ensemble of characters that have become iconic within television fandom. TVCeleb profiles 3 key characters from Kingdom, including Crown Prince Lee Chang (Ju Ji-hoon), Seo-bi (Bae Doona), Yeong-shin (Kim Sung-kyu). Each character has inspired dedicated fan communities, extensive analysis, and passionate debate about their motivations, relationships, and story arcs throughout the series.

Kingdom holds a Fan Heat Score of 60 out of 100 on TVCeleb, reflecting the intensity and passion of its fanbase. The show has built a committed and enthusiastic community of viewers who continue to engage with and champion the series. The series is notable for its horror, drama, international qualities, which have contributed to its enduring appeal and cross-generational viewership.

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? Frequently Asked Questions

Kingdom is a South Korean period horror set in the Joseon era, following Crown Prince Lee Chang as he investigates a mysterious plague that resurrects the dead as zombies while battling the corrupt court clan that seeks his downfall.

The series stars Ju Ji-hoon as Crown Prince Lee Chang and Bae Doona as the physician Seo-bi, alongside Kim Sung-kyu as the skilled hunter Yeong-shin.

Kingdom streams on Netflix. Availability varies by region, so check your local streaming guide for current options.