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Masquerade

2012·Movie
2h 11min
IMDb7.8Metacritic–7.1Rotten Tomatoes100%89%

Where to watch

The RokuRakuten Viki

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High energy, immersive world.

Energy

Tense and fast-paced

Fast from start to finish.

  • Tension8
  • Fast Pace7
  • Spectacle7

Heart

Cathartic and moving

  • Catharsis9
  • Pathos8
  • Hopefulness8

Humor

Some situational comedy and sharp wit

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Situational Comedy7
  • Wit & Wordplay6
  • Satire & Parody6

World

History, politics, and society

Lived-in and easy to get lost in. Holds up on a rewatch.

  • World Immersion9
  • Dialogue Centrality8
  • Rewatchability8

Craft

Standout performances, direction, and storytelling

  • Acting10
  • Direction9
  • Narrative Structure9

Style

Standout cinematography, editing, and score

  • Cinematography8
  • Editing8
  • Music Composition8

Who it's for

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About

15 days lost to history.

Though it places his own life in danger, a look-alike commoner secretly takes the place of a poisoned king to save his country from falling into chaos.
Joseon Royal DramaMistaken IdentityDouble LifePolitical ConspiracyBenevolent RulerHeartwarming ComedyTearjerker CatharsisDual Role Acting

Crew

Directed by:
Choo Chang-min, Jang Jae-hyun
Written by:
Hwang Jo-yoon, Lee Yoon-ho
Produced by:
Miky Lee, Won Dong-yeon, Kim Yeong-don
Composed by:
Mowg, Lee Seung-chul, Han Myung-hwan

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

Media

Questions about Masquerade

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream Masquerade legally?

The RokuRakuten Viki

Masquerade is included with a subscription to Rakuten Viki in the United States. You can also rent or buy it from Apple TV, Amazon Video, and Apple TV Store. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Masquerade worth watching?

89
ExcellentGoodWatch score

Yes. It's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 89/100 (IMDb 7.8 and Rotten Tomatoes 100%). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Masquerade rated?

Violence

Content advisories: violence.

How long is Masquerade?

2 h 11 min

Masquerade runs 2 h 11 min.

Do critics and audiences agree on Masquerade?

Critics100
Audiences79

Not quite. Critics rate Masquerade higher (100) than audiences (79). It may be more rewarding than it is crowd-pleasing.

What language is Masquerade in?

Korean

It was made in Korean. Produced in South Korea.

In how many countries can I watch Masquerade?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Masquerade in 11 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does Masquerade use?

"Where Are They Now?" EpilogueDied in Your Arms TonightPrince and PauperDistinguishing MarkHeroic SacrificeHistorical Villain UpgradeHistorical Domain CharacterOh, Crap!Identical StrangerEmergency ImpersonationBittersweet EndingBlood from the Mouth

TV Tropes lists 12 storytelling tropes for Masquerade, including "Where Are They Now?" Epilogue, Died in Your Arms Tonight, Prince and Pauper.