The Treacherous
간신
2015 · 2h 13m · Crime, Drama, History · South Korea · Rated 18 (DE)
A tyrant king, a treacherous subject, and a woman seeking revenge.
The story of Joseon's tyrant king Yeonsan who exploits the populace for his own carnal pleasures, his seemingly loyal retainer who controls him and all court dealings, and a woman who seeks vengeance.
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Min Kyu-dong6.1Smart score
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15th centuryjoseon dynasty (1392–1910)king
Rating18 (DE)
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