Masquerade (2012)
15 days lost to history.
Though it places his own life in danger, a look-alike commoner secretly takes the place of a poisoned king to save his country from falling into chaos.
Director: Choo Chang-min
Genre: Drama, History
Runtime: 131 min
Release Date: September 13, 2012
Cast
- Lee Byung-hun - King Gwang-hae / Clown Ha-sun
- Ryu Seung-ryong - Chief Secretary Heo-gyun
- Han Hyo-joo - Queen Joong-jun
- Kim In-kwon - Warrior Do
- Jang Kwang - Eunuch
- Shim Eun-kyung - Court Lady Sa-wol
- Park Ji-a - Lady Han
- Shin Jung-keun - Lee Jeong-rang
- Jeon Guk-hyang - Lady Jeong
- Lee El - Lady Ahn
Screenplay
- Lee Yoon-ho (Storyboard)
- Hwang Jo-yoon (Screenplay)
Music: Mowg, Kim Jun-seong
Cinematography: Lee Tae-yoon
Editing: Nam Na-young
Production: CJ Entertainment, Realies Pictures
Country: South Korea
Language: 한국어/조선말
Original Language: ko
Themes
Monarchy, Royalty, and Dynasties, Epic Historical Stories, Forbidden Royal Romance and Duty, Political Polarization and Ideology Clash
Keywords
politics, royalty, body double, impostor, king, period drama, historical, royal court, identity swap, masquerade, 17th century, joseon dynasty (1392–1910)
Trailer
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Masquerade about?
- Though it places his own life in danger, a look-alike commoner secretly takes the place of a poisoned king to save his country from falling into chaos.
- Who directed Masquerade?
- Masquerade was directed by Choo Chang-min.
- Who stars in Masquerade?
- Masquerade stars Lee Byung-hun, Ryu Seung-ryong, Han Hyo-joo, Kim In-kwon, Jang Kwang, Shim Eun-kyung.
- How long is Masquerade?
- Masquerade has a runtime of 2h 11m (131 minutes).
- What genre is Masquerade?
- Masquerade is a Drama, History film.
- Where was Masquerade produced?
- Masquerade was produced in South Korea.
- What are the themes of Masquerade?
- The themes of Masquerade include: Monarchy, Royalty, and Dynasties, Epic Historical Stories, Forbidden Royal Romance and Duty, Political Polarization and Ideology Clash.