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Kingdom

2019 – 2020Show2 seasons12 episodesTV-MA

DramaMystery
91
ExcellentGoodWatch score
IMDb8.3Rotten Tomatoes98%91%

A nerve-racking, gripping drama series about history and politics, with standout direction and performances.

Good for friends night · party vibe · teens

Skip it if you scare easily · you want something quiet and calm

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Not for laughs, warmth or comfort.

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Episodes

2 seasons · 12 episodes · best: S2E5 "Episode #2.5" 8.9

Episodes

8.1
8.5

Story

In this zombie thriller set in Korea's medieval Joseon dynasty which has been defeated by corruption and famine, a mysterious rumor of the king’s death spreads, as does a strange plague that renders the infected immune to death and hungry for flesh. The crown prince, fallen victim to a conspiracy, sets out on a journey to unveil the evil scheme and save his people.

Feels like

  • Joseon Dynasty Horror
  • Political Intrigue Thriller
  • Zombie Apocalypse
  • Class Warfare Allegory
  • Visually Stunning Period Drama
  • High-Stakes Survival
  • Royal Court Corruption
  • Gritty & Intense
  • Historical Fiction with Supernatural Elements
  • Binge-Worthy Suspense

Cast

24 of 25 · most episodes first

Crew

Directors
Kim Seong-hun, Park In-je
Written by
Kim Eun-hee
Produced by
Oh Seung-jun
Music by
Dalpalan, Mok Yeong-jin

Everyone

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Facts

January 25, 2019 · March 13, 2020 · Ended

First aired
January 25, 2019
Last aired
March 13, 2020
Status
Ended
Length
2 seasons · 12 episodes
Age rating
TV-MA
Content
Violence, Disturbing Imagery, Strong Language
Genres
Drama, Mystery
Original language
Korean
Made in
South Korea
Available in
131 countries
Keywords
based on comic

Q&A

4 questions, like "Where can I stream Kingdom?"

Questions about Kingdom

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream Kingdom?

Netflix

In the United States, Kingdom streams on Netflix. It also streams in 130 other countries.

Is Kingdom worth watching?

91
ExcellentGoodWatch score

Yes, it's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 91 (IMDb 8.3 and Rotten Tomatoes 98%). Critics rate it higher (98 out of 100) than audiences (87).

Will Kingdom scare me?

Not scaryTerrifying

Yes, it's frightening: scares are rated 8 of 10.

Is Kingdom in English?

Korean

No, it was made in Korean.