An accident overturned one man’s world, and now he overturns a corrupt world!|Jun. 19, 2019|South Korea|118 Min.|PG
Genre: Action
Description: In “Long Live the King” (2019), Jang Se-chool, a hardened mobster, decides to change his ways after meeting So-hyun, a determined lawyer, during a redevelopment protest. Inspired by her advice to become a better person, he unexpectedly saves passengers from a bus crash, instantly transforming into a local hero. His newfound reputation propels him into a campaign for the National Assembly. However, his journey to becoming a genuinely good person faces challenges when rival candidate Choi conspires with Gwang-chul, the boss of Se-chool’s enemy gang.
Se-chool, a gang leader, has harbored feelings for So-hyun for three years, despite her consistent rejections. Frustrated, So-hyun finally tells him she cannot be with him as she aspires to become the first lady of Korea. The story unfolds as Se-chool navigates his transformation amid rivalries and personal struggles.
Cast director: Kang Yun-sung
Cast actor: Kim Rae-won, Won Jin-a, Jin Sun-kyu, Choi Gwi-hwa, Choi Moo-seong, Ju Jin-mo, Lim Hyung-jun, Choi Jae-Hwan, Cha Yup, Ma Dong-seok
Original name: Long Live the King