The Crowned Clown

The Man who Became King
2019
A lookalike clown is secretly thrust onto the throne of Joseon, risking everything to save the king and unexpectedly falling in love with the queen.  
PG-13
Genres
  • Historical,
  • Romantic Comedy,
  • Costume & Period
Subtitles
English, Hungarian, Portuguese
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Synopsis

In the tumultuous kingdom of Joseon, political unrest threatens the reign of King Lee Hun (Yeo Jin Goo), who faces constant assassination attempts. To protect the monarch, a lookalike clown named Ha Sun (Yeo Jin Goo) is brought to the palace to serve as the king's double. As Ha Sun skillfully impersonates the ruler and navigates the complex royal court, he unexpectedly develops feelings for the elegant Queen Yoo So Woon (Lee Se Young). Adapting the film "Gwanghae: The Man Who Became King," this drama explores the dangerous world of royal deception and unexpected love. This is a 2019 South Korean historical drama directed by Kim Hee Won.