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Behead the King (2017)

Seongjong who history remembers, earns a reputation for appreciating the motto 'making the people feel comfortable and putting political affairs right'. He is known as the king who led his country in the most peaceful and steady way during the Joseon times. However, was Seongjong really a wise king? Seongjong was enthroned by Queen Jeong-hee, Queen In-soo, Han Myeong-hoi and his supporters. The 13-year-old king made 73 of his supporters his retainers! Numerous noblemen were happy that he became king. However, some of his people had to cry blood because he became the king. "Is this country run by phantoms like you My Lord?" Seongjong, the puppet who dreamt of a reign of peace, wishes to behead the king who dominates the people!

  • Drama

Top billed cast

  • Photo of Kang YoonKang YoonYi Hyeol
  • Photo of Kang Yeon-jungKang Yeon-jungBi Seol
  • Photo of Choo Suk-youngChoo Suk-youngGrand Prince Wolsan
  • Photo of AnitaAnitaQueen Insoo
  • Photo of Park Choong-seonPark Choong-seonSan-seong
  • Photo of Park Hee-jinPark Hee-jinCha-hyang
  • Photo of Kim Hak-cheolKim Hak-cheol
  • Photo of Lee Young-beomLee Young-beom
  • Photo of Hwang Dong-huiHwang Dong-hui
  • Photo of Lee Do-gukLee Do-guk

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