Kingmaker (2022): Cast, Box Office & Ending
Kingmaker is a 2022 historical drama directed by Byun Sung-hyun, starring Lee Sun-kyun as Seo Chang-dae, Sul Kyung-gu and Jang In-sub. It runs 2 hours 3 minutes and earned $6 million worldwide.
- Released
- Runtime
- 2h 3m (123 min)
- Director
- Byun Sung-hyun
- Original language
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Korean - Studio
- Plus M Entertainment
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is Kingmaker About?
The premise of Kingmaker without spoilers. The whole story and the ending explained are in the plot summary further down.
An ambitious political campaign strategist, Seo Chang-dae, finds himself at odds with his current client and faces a difficult choice when presented with a lucrative offer. This proposition tests his loyalty and forces him to confront his own ideals as he navigates the complexities of the political landscape and strives to influence a campaign with far-reaching consequences.
Kingmaker Themes & Keywords
· 10 tags- politics
- 1960s
- 1970s
- 1980s
- year 1961
- year 1967
- year 1969
- year 1970
- year 1988
- based on true story
Kingmaker Cast & Characters
Lee Sun-kyun leads the cast as Seo Chang-dae, with Sul Kyung-gu as Kim Woon-beom and Jang In-sub as Mokpo. Directed by Byun Sung-hyun; 32 actors are credited in all.
- Director Byun Sung-hyun
- Lee Sun-kyun as Seo Chang-dae
- Sul Kyung-gu as Kim Woon-beom
- Jang In-sub as Mokpo
- Yoo Jae-myung as Kim Young-ho
Also Starring in Kingmaker
· 28 more- Park In-hwan Kang In-sang
- Lee Hae-yeong Lee Han-sang
- Yoon Kyung-ho Director Kim
- Kim Jae-hwa MC
- Kim Jong-soo Park Ki-soo
- Jin Sun-kyu Farmer
- Jeon Bae-soo Advisor Lee
- Kim Seung-o Secretary Park
- Jo Woo-jin Manager Lee
- Kim Sae-byuk Myeong-sook
- Kim Joo-ryoung Professor
- Bae Jong-ok Lee Hee-ran
- Kim Ji-hoon Campaigner
- Kwak Ja-hyung Detective
- Heo Dong-won Staff
- Jeong Jae-seong Kim Byeong-chan
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- Lee Dong-yong Drunken
- Park Hyeong-su Jung-hyun
- Jeong Woo-hyuk Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff
- Lee Jae-won Campaigner
- Song Yo-sep Campaigner
- Jeong Soo-ji Staff
- Seo Eun-soo Soo-yeon
- Choi Kwang-je Talk Man
- Yoon Se-woong Secretary Yoon
- Seo Sang-won Governor
- Moon Jung-dae Economy Minister
- Yim Seung-min Chang-dae's Son
Kingmaker Plot Summary & Ending Explained
What happens in Kingmaker from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 15 key events and the ending explained. The opening is below; the full summary is a 3-minute read.
Spoilers ahead
In the 1960s, Seo Chang-dae, a man harboring political aspirations while temporarily managing a pharmacy, captures the attention of the ambitious politician Kim Woon-beom. Recognizing Seo’s drive and inventive mindset, Kim decides to bring him on board as a political aide. Seo quickly establishes himself as a sharp strategist, aiding Kim in securing a National Assembly seat in Mokpo, despite facing significant government interference and bribery efforts. After this victory, government officials approach Seo in an attempt to recruit him, but he firmly declines their offers.
Full summary
The whole story of Kingmaker, scene by scene, with the ending explained
Kingmaker Box Office
Kingmaker grossed $6 million worldwide.
Worldwide gross
$6M
- International
- $6M
How Well Do You Know Kingmaker?
10 questions about the story, each with a hint if you get stuck. Pick an answer to see whether you were right.
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Kingmaker Also Known As
8 alternative titles, including “Kingmaker: The Fox of the Election” and “Kingmeikeo: Seonkeopanui Yeou”.
- Also known as
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- Kingmaker: The Fox of the Election
- Kingmeikeo: Seonkeopanui Yeou
- 킹메이커
- King Maker
- 王者制造
- Серый кардинал
- 王者製造
- 影子造王者
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Kingmaker FAQ: Cast, Box Office & Runtime
Runtime, release date, director, cast, box office, post-credit scenes and language of Kingmaker, each answered in a sentence.
How long is Kingmaker?
Kingmaker runs 2 hours 3 minutes (123 minutes).
When was Kingmaker released?
Kingmaker was released on January 26, 2022.
Who directed Kingmaker?
Kingmaker was directed by Byun Sung-hyun.
More films by Byun Sung-hyun Who is in the cast of Kingmaker?
Kingmaker stars Lee Sun-kyun as Seo Chang-dae, Sul Kyung-gu as Kim Woon-beom and Jang In-sub as Mokpo, among 32 credited actors.
How much did Kingmaker make at the box office?
Kingmaker grossed $6 million worldwide.
Does Kingmaker have a post-credit scene?
No. Kingmaker has no extra scene during or after the credits.
What language is Kingmaker in?
The original language of Kingmaker is Korean.
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