The King () is a 2017 South Korean crime drama film written and directed by Han Jae-rim, starring Zo In-sung, Jung Woo-sung, Bae Seong-woo, Ryu Jun-yeol, Kim Eui-sung, and Kim Ah-joong.
Story about Park Tae-soo who's born in a poor family, decides to become a prosecutor after learning that power is the most important thing in life and, the biggest symbol of power in the 90's. After entering the most prestigious law school, experiencing democratic resistance in Korea, Tae-soo finally reaches his goal of becoming a prosecutor but his life is no better than a salary man. By chance, he joins a clique of the powerful prosecutors with wealth and authority. He finally gets a taste of a life of the top hierarchy, but as he enjoys the sweetness of supremacy, he also sees the cruel side of it.
First script reading took place in late January, 2016. Filming began on February 4 and finished July 3, 2016. Filming took place in Seoul, Daejeon and Busan in South Korea.
The film's first trailer has broken the record for most views for a Korean movie trailer with more than 7.17 million views in seven days within its release.
The film was released in South Korea on January 18, 2017. The film had a limited release in North America on January 27, 2017.
The film was number-one on its opening in South Korea, with 1.85 million admissions and in gross. In total, the film gathered 5.31 million spectators and grossed nationwide, making it the 7th highest-grossing South Korean film in 2017.