The Drug King
"He who was a criminal and a patriot."
Originally released in 2018. The Drug King is a crime/action film. directed by Woo Min-ho. With a runtime of 2h 19m, it's an epic theatrical experience.
Starring Song Kang-ho, Cho Jung-seok, and Bae Doona
Synopsis
Busan, South Korea, 1970s. Lee Doo-sam is a small-time smuggler. After helping a drug gang to smuggle meth, he falls into the dark crime world. Quick-witted and full of ambition, he eventually takes over the drug underworld and starts to lead a double life: a good community leader during the day but an infamous drug lord during the night.
Quick Facts
Release Date
December 19, 2018
7 years ago
Runtime
2h 19m
139 minutes total
User Rating
6.3/10
Good (150 votes)
Language
Korean
Original language
Country
South Korea
Production
Director
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Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- KO
Production Companies
- Hive Media Corp
- Showbox
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Drug King about?
Busan, South Korea, 1970s. Lee Doo-sam is a small-time smuggler. After helping a drug gang to smuggle meth, he falls into the dark crime world. Quick-witted and full of ambition, he eventually take...
Who directed The Drug King?
The Drug King was directed by Woo Min-ho.
How long is The Drug King?
The Drug King has a runtime of 2 hours and 19 minutes (139 minutes total).
When was The Drug King released?
The Drug King was released on December 19, 2018 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Drug King?
The main cast of The Drug King includes Song Kang-ho, Cho Jung-seok, Bae Doona, Kim So-jin, Kim Dae-myung.
Is The Drug King worth watching?
The Drug King has a user rating of 6.3/10 based on 150 reviews, indicating good reception from audiences.