For the Emperor

2014·Movie
1h 44min

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For the Emperor fingerprint

High energy, light on feelings.

Energy

Violent and thrilling

Fast from start to finish.

  • Violence8
  • Adrenaline7
  • Tension7

Heart

Emotionally reserved

  • Melancholy5
  • Romance4
  • Pathos4

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Dark Humor4
  • Physical Comedy3
  • Wit & Wordplay2

World

Crime and everyday modern life

  • World Immersion7
  • Dialogue Centrality6
  • Novelty5

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

  • Intrigue7
  • Direction6
  • Acting6

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Editing7
  • Cinematography6
  • Music Composition6

Who it's for

AdultsFriends NightSolo WatchThought-Provoking

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Graphic violence bothers you

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About

Only the strong becomes the emperor.

A former professional baseball player becomes entangled in loan-sharking and mob connections after a fixing scandal ejects him from his sport. When his girlfriend vanishes he is forced to confront his mentor and enter a deadly battle.
Korean NoirUnderworld CrimeBaseball ScandalLoan SharksBetrayalMasculine ViolenceGang WarfareRedemption Quest

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Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Questions about For the Emperor

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Where can I stream For the Emperor legally?

For the Emperor is included with a subscription to Hi-YAH in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Plex and Tubi TV. You can also rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and YouTube. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is For the Emperor worth watching?

47
MediocreGoodWatch score

Reviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 48/100 (IMDb 5.7). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is For the Emperor rated?

ViolenceSexual content

Content advisories: violence and sexual content.

How long is For the Emperor?

1 h 44 min

For the Emperor runs 1 h 44 min.

What language is For the Emperor in?

Korean

It was made in Korean. Produced in South Korea.

In how many countries can I watch For the Emperor?

7KRSGUSCAIDMYTH

GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for For the Emperor in 7 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

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