Lee Joon-ik

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Lee Joon-ik

Born September 21, 1959 · Seoul, South Korea (age 66)

Lee Joon-ik (이준익) is a South Korean film director, producer, and occasional actor. Best known for mega-hit King and the Clown (2005), Hope (2013), and The Throne (2015).

Known For

HopeHope · 2013
Hope
8.42013
MovieDrama
After 8-year-old So-won narrowly survives a brutal sexual assault, her family labors to help her heal while coping with their own rage and grief.
Tazza: The Hidden CardTazza: The Hidden Card · 2014
Tazza: The Hidden Card
6.92014
MovieCrimeDrama
Dae-gil has been skilled with his hands and has shown a strong desire for winning ever since he was a child. He will succeed his uncle and jump into the world of Tazza, risking his life in competition.
The UnjustThe Unjust · 2010
The Unjust
6.62010
MovieCrimeThriller
An honest cop has to compromise with his principles when he is told to find a scapegoat for a high-profile serial killer case in exchange for a big promotion.
The ThroneThe Throne · 2015
The Throne
7.12015
MovieDramaHistory
Ancient Korea, July 4, 1762. The Crown Prince Hyojang, posthumously named Sado, son of King Yeongjo of Joseon, is accused of treason. Thus, the king asks him to commit suicide, but his closest vassals prevent it, so the king orders the prince to get inside a wooden rice chest, where he suffers deprivation of food and water.
King and the ClownKing and the Clown · 2005
King and the Clown
7.02005
MovieDramaHistory
Two clowns living in Korea's Chosun Dynasty get arrested for staging a play that satirizes the king. They are dragged to the palace and threatened with execution but are given a chance to save their lives if they can make the king laugh.
Battlefield HeroesBattlefield Heroes · 2011
Battlefield Heroes
5.62011
MovieWarComedy
This story unfolds 8 years after 'Battle of Hwangsanbeol', which destroyed Baekjae, when Silla-Tang Dynasty union attacks Goguryeo.
Mood of the DayMood of the Day · 2016
Mood of the Day
7.22016
MovieRomanceComedy
A train ride brings two unlikely souls together as Bae, a committed partner of a serious 10-year relationship, sees her world turned upside down by the charming playboy Kim. Seated together on a business trip from Seoul to Busan, the two find themselves on an adventure to remember.
Blades of BloodBlades of Blood · 2010
Blades of Blood
6.42010
MovieActionDrama
Lee Mong-hak and a skilled blind swordsman Hwang Jeong-hak, both long to wipe away corruption and heal the world. Lee Mong-hak creates a rebel army to achieve his goal and get rid of the King.

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