Movies Like Behead the King
If you liked Behead the King (2017), a drama movie directed by Kim Jae-soo, here are 20 movies with a similar feel, based on TMDB's recommendations. Each one links to its cast, trailer and where it's streaming.
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The Treacherous (2015)
★ 6.1/10Also dramaThe 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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The Concubine (2012)
★ 5.8/10Also dramaA tragic love triangle story between Hwa-yeon, a daughter of a nobleman, her true love Kwon-yoo, a servant and the man who will be King, Prince Sung-won.
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The Face Reader (2013)
★ 7/10Also dramaAn exceptionally talented face reader becomes entangled in a bloody power struggle between a child king and his uncle who plans to usurp the throne.
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Kundo: Age of the Rampant (2014)
★ 6.6/10Also dramaIn 1862, amidst the rule of the late Joseon dynasty in Korea, a band of fighters named Kundo rise against the unjust authorities.
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Uprising (2024)
★ 7/10Also dramaIn the Joseon Dynasty, two friends who grew up together — one the master and one the servant — reunite post-war as enemies on opposing sides.
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Serve the People (2022)
★ 6.5/10Also dramaMu-kwang volunteers to be a kitchen police of Sa-taek, the divisional commander, dreaming of success. One day, Mu-kwang meets Su-ryeon by chance, who is a young and beautiful wife of the commander. Soon, he feels a…
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The Throne (2015)
★ 7.1/10Also dramaAncient 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…
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Kingdom: Ashin of the North (2021)
★ 7.1/10Also dramaTragedy, betrayal and a mysterious discovery fuel a woman's vengeance for the loss of her tribe and family.
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Idol Seungha's R-Rated Film Shooting (2021)
★ 6.6/10Also dramaFilm producer Na-eun and director Yeong-tae are on the verge of shelving out cash for an adult film production. They're too busy blaming each other for the messed-up filming. Before another filming begins, Na-eun…
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Girl in the Box (2016)
★ 6.7/10Also dramaThe true story of 20-year-old Colleen Stan, a hitchhiking woman abducted by a young couple and held captive for seven years, during which time she's tortured and forced to live as a slave to her captors.
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Everyone Is There (2020)
★ 8.1/10Also dramaSoo Yeon decides to commit suicide to end the bullying she goes through at school, when a savior appears. A woman punishes the bullies on behalf of Soo Yeon and saves her from the reality of hell.
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The Sword with No Name (2009)
★ 6.1/10Also dramaMu Myeong is a Joseon dynasty headhunter who meets and falls in love with lady Ja Yeong who will become the future Empress Myseongseong. A few years later, Ja Yeong enters the royal palace to marry King Gojong. Mu…
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Out Live (2000)
★ 6.5/10Also dramaA sweeping, epic tale of a martial arts warrior who attempts to defy a kingdom to be with his love.
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Brotherly Love (2015)
★ 7/10Also dramaWest Philadelphia basketball star Sergio Taylor deals with the pressures of fame while his brother and sister have their own issues with ambition.
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The Fortress (2017)
★ 6.8/10Also dramaAncient Korea, 17th century. The powerful Khan of the Jurchen tribe of Manchuria, who fights the Ming dinasty to gain China, becomes the first ruler of the Qing dinasty and demands from King In-jo of Joseon to bow…
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The Fatal Encounter (2014)
★ 7.1/10Also dramaLate 18th-century Joseon dynasty. The King is beleaguered and surrounded by traitors of the ruling elite. They plan to assassinate and replace him with a puppet. But the King has some aces up his sleeve that may help…
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Noryang: Deadly Sea (2023)
★ 6.4/10Also dramaThe Imjin War reaches its seventh year in December of 1598. Admiral Yi Sun-shin learns that the Wa invaders in Joseon are preparing for a swift withdrawal following the deathbed orders of their leader Toyotomi…
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King and the Clown (2005)
★ 7/10Also dramaTwo clowns living in Korea's Chosun Dynasty get arrested for staging a play that satirizes the king. They are dragged to the palace and threatened with execution but are given a chance to save their lives if they can…
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Bastard Out of Carolina (1996)
★ 7.1/10Also dramaA poor, struggling South Carolinian mother and daughter face painful choices with their resolve and pride. Bone, the eldest daughter, and Anney her tired mother, grow both closer and farther apart: Anney sees Glen as…
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Prizefighter: The Life of Jem Belcher (2022)
★ 6.2/10Also dramaAt the turn of the 19th century, Pugilism was the sport of kings and a gifted young boxer fought his way to becoming champion of England.