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The King of Desert

2022·Show
6Episodes in1Season
IMDb6.9

Where to watch

PrimeThe RokuAmazon Prime Video Free with AdsTubi TVAmazon MX Player

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The King of Desert fingerprint

Immersive world, strong craft.

Energy

Tense

  • Tension7
  • Fast Pace5
  • Violence4

Heart

Moving

  • Pathos7
  • Romance6
  • Melancholy6

Humor

Some sharp wit

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay6
  • Satire & Parody4
  • Dark Humor4

World

Society, class and money, and everyday modern life

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

  • Dialogue Centrality9
  • World Immersion8
  • Rewatchability7

Craft

Standout characters, performances, and dialogue

  • Character Depth9
  • Acting8
  • Dialogue Quality8

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography7
  • Editing7
  • Music Composition6

Who it's for

AdultsDate NightFriends NightIntergenerationalPartner WatchPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensBinge-FriendlyThought-Provoking

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About

A story about the choices of people who either believe money is everything or believe that it’s not.
Moral DilemmaSocio-Economic DramaCharacter ChoicesContemporary Korean DramaEthical ExplorationHuman ValuesIntertwined LivesMoney & MoralityThought-Provoking

Crew

Directed by:
Kim Bo-tong, Lee Tae-dong
Written by:
Kim Bo-tong

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

Media

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Where can I stream The King of Desert legally?

PrimeThe RokuAmazon Prime Video Free with AdsTubi TVAmazon MX Player

The King of Desert is included with a subscription to Amazon Prime Video and Amazon Prime Video with Ads in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Amazon Prime Video Free with Ads, Tubi TV, and Amazon MX Player. You can also rent or buy it from Amazon Video. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is The King of Desert worth watching?

60
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Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 61/100 (IMDb 6.9). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

How many seasons does The King of Desert have?

1 season

It has 1 season with 6 episodes.

When did The King of Desert air?

It ran from 2022 to 2022 and has ended.

What language is The King of Desert in?

Korean

It was made in Korean. Produced in South Korea.

In how many countries can I watch The King of Desert?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for The King of Desert in 6 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.