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The King of Pigs

  • TV Mini Series
  • 2022
  • 55m
IMDb RATING
7.9/10
1.6K
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1,468
The King of Pigs (2022)
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Serial KillerSuspense MysteryCrimeDramaMysteryThriller

Two friends meet up and recall their experiences as victims of school bullying when they receive a message from a friend from 20 years ago and mysterious serial killings begin to occur.Two friends meet up and recall their experiences as victims of school bullying when they receive a message from a friend from 20 years ago and mysterious serial killings begin to occur.Two friends meet up and recall their experiences as victims of school bullying when they receive a message from a friend from 20 years ago and mysterious serial killings begin to occur.

  • Stars
    • Kim Dong-wook
    • Kim Sungkyu
    • Chae Jeong-an
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  • IMDb RATING
    7.9/10
    1.6K
    YOUR RATING
    POPULARITY
    3,806
    1,468
    • Stars
      • Kim Dong-wook
      • Kim Sungkyu
      • Chae Jeong-an
    • 19User reviews
    • 3Critic reviews
  • See production info at IMDbPro
  • Episodes12

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    Kim Dong-wook
    Kim Dong-wook
    • Hwang Kyung-min…
    • 2022
    Kim Sungkyu
    Kim Sungkyu
    • Jung Jong Suk
    • 2022
    Chae Jeong-an
    Chae Jeong-an
    • Kang Jin-ah
    • 2022
    Candice van Litsenborgh
    Candice van Litsenborgh
    • Kang Jin Ah
    • 2022
    Lee Chan-Yoo
    • Hwang Kyung-Min (teen)
    • 2022
    Shim Hyun-Seo
    • Jung Jong-Suk (teen)
    • 2022
    Ji Chan
    • Jo Pil-Do
    • 2022
    Choi Hyun-jin
    Choi Hyun-jin
    • Kim Cheol
    • 2022
    Jung Eui-jae
    • Jin Hae-soo
    • 2022
    Oh Min-seok
    Oh Min-seok
    • Kang Min
    • 2022
    Han Soo-yeon
    Han Soo-yeon
    • Park Min-Joo
    • 2022
    Choi Kwang-Je
    • Ahn Jung-Hee
    • 2022
    Woo Mi-hwa
    Woo Mi-hwa
    • Kim Chul's mother
    • 2022
    Jang Dae-woong
    Jang Dae-woong
    • Choi Seong-gyoo (young)
    • 2022
    Eom Ji-man
    • Detective
    • 2022
    Kim Pu-reum
    • Lee Ji-yeon
    • 2022
    Kim Hyun-bin
    • Kim Jong-bin (young)
    • 2022
    Lee Dong-kyu
    Lee Dong-kyu
    • Anchorman
    • 2022
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    User reviews19

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    10pttknalmasprdo

    Hidden Gem.

    The direction of the show is impeccable; from the plot to the characters, and even the actors' performances, everything is top-notch. It effectively portrays the impact of bullying on its victims and their enduring suffering. While the story is fictional, it realistically depicts a scenario that could occur without the revenge killings. It sheds light on how bullies often move on with their lives while their victims continue to struggle. The series is meticulously crafted to captivate viewers, although its lack of virality is regrettable. Nevertheless, this series is a hidden gem. The only gripe I have is the portrayal of the police as slow. Although it serves the narrative, it's a minor annoyance for me. Despite this, the series is well worth my time and certainly didn't disappoint.
    10antarjot

    Why So Low Reviews

    Masterpiece Thriller Web Series I Ever Watched My Life I Got Ghoosebumps So Many Damn......... Background Music So Exellent... Special His Story Telling Soo Good........ I Love This Web series Hats Off🙌.
    10Happy_Little_Tree

    Keeps you on the edge of you seat from start to finish!

    Really strong, well written thriller that pulls you in from ep 1 and is entertaining from start to finish. It is dark and treats a heavy subject, but if you are ok with that, you will not be able to look away.

    In my opinion, it is definitely the best k-drama thriller of 2022 and one of the best of all time.
    8inhermuses

    I'm emotionally attached to this K-drama

    The King of Pigs is not an easy watch-it's brutal, disturbing, and painfully real. But that's exactly why it matters.

    This drama dives deep into the long-lasting scars of school bullying, social hierarchy, and systemic violence. It's a chilling psychological thriller that doesn't rely on gore or jump scares, but rather on the terrifying weight of trauma, silence, and unresolved pain. Every episode felt like a punch to the gut, especially as the characters' pasts began to unravel.

    Kim dong-wook and kim sung-kyu gave such intense, raw performances. Their portrayals of broken adults shaped by childhood abuse made it impossible to look away. You're not just watching their story-you're forced to confront the systems and cruelty that created them.

    What haunts me the most is how the series shows the cycle of violence: how the bullied can become the aggressor, how silence becomes complicity, and how justice doesn't always mean healing. It doesn't offer comfort, and maybe that's the point.

    It's not a drama i can rewatch easily, but it's one i won't forget. The King of Pigs is a necessary story-harsh, but honest. If you're ready to face the darkness, it's worth it.
    8PennyReviews

    Good Enough

    Korean Drama " The King of Pigs " is a serial killer story with a slow build-up.

    The drama is truly dark, not shying away from the gore, which wasn't only there for the shock effect, but to enhance the intensity of the drama. The background story was near horrifying and is being explained slowly, as it helps uncover the current murder case as well.

    In addition, the performances were great by everyone in the cast.

    And the ending suited the drama perfectly, with the pace of the story fast. The cinematography of the series was pretty impressive too, with the flashbacks well handled.

    So, overall, eight out of ten.

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    • Release date
      • March 18, 2022 (South Korea)
    • Country of origin
      • South Korea
    • Language
      • Korean
    • Also known as
      • Dwaejiui Wang
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