KingdomIn this zombie thriller set in Korea's medieval Joseon dynasty which has been defeated by corruption and famine, a mysterious rumor of the kingâs 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.
CreatorsKim Eun-hee, Kim Seong-hun
Episode 1
Jan 25, 2019
Officials find notices in Hanyang alleging the king is dead. Crown Prince Lee Chang tries to check on his father, but the young queen stands in his way.
Episode 2
Jan 25, 2019
Prince Chang and Mu-yeong arrive at Jiyulheon, where they make a horrific discovery. Seo-biâs story of what she saw eerily resonates with Prince Chang.
Episode 3
Jan 25, 2019
Night leads to chaos in Dongnae. Cho Hak-ju and the queen oversee the kingâs care. Prince Chang reaches a disquieting conclusion and vows to fight back.
Episode 4
Jan 25, 2019
On his way to seek Lord Ahn Hyeonâs help, Prince Chang encounters a group of stranded survivors and leads them to Jiyulheon, following Seo-biâs advice.
Episode 5
Jan 25, 2019
Prince Changâs group comes across a village that oddly seems to be well-fed. While taking refuge at Lord Ahn Hyeonâs, Seo-bi notes something peculiar.
Episode 6
Jan 25, 2019
Cho Hak-ju has chilling words for the queen, whoâs hiding a sinister secret. Prince Chang orders Sangjuâs defenses, but Seo-bi senses something awry.
ParkMin
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I really liked their gradual introduction to the theme and the zombies but this kind of introduction felt too long and lasted for several episodes without any pieces moving in the story. It was a bit obvious this was done on purpose to delay progress for Season 2. Meanwhile, Season 2 took a step back and tried to develop its characters even though there was no room for that. Although Kingdom as a whole is relatively short but it needed a more precise cut to suit what we've been presented. Maybe cutting it down to 8 episodes in total would be ideal. The slow atmospheric shots with eerie background music were pleasant at first, but they quickly became overused to death and an abrupt change was needed but never happened. The movie Ashin of the North was an unnecessary addition that felt empty, out of place and was missing something to make us care. In traditional Netflix fashion, always make sure to lay the groundwork for endless possible future seasons/iterations at the end of every turn. Despicable greed!
