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75% Critic Match
The Swordsman
“Real chase action.”
7.5 / 10• 2020• 1h 41m•PG-13• Korean
ActionDramaHistory
Storyline
After being blinded in a coup against the king, Joseon's greatest swordsman goes into hiding, far removed from his city's anguish. But when traffickers kidnap his daughter, he has no choice but to unsheathe his sword once more.
Cast & Crew
Jang Hyuk
Tae-yeul
Lead
Kim Hyeon-soo
Tae-ok
Joe Taslim
Gurutai
Jeong Man-sik
Min Seung-ho
Jang Hyun-sung
Monarch
Lee Na-kyeong
Hwa-seon
Lee Min-hyuk
Gyeom Sa-bok
Choi Jin-ho
Lee Mok-yo
What People Are Saying
4.0
“A staggering achievement of craft and ambition. Choi Jae-hoon's vision lands with breathtaking precision.”
4.0
“Every frame feels alive. The Swordsman is the rare release that takes its audience seriously.”
