The Throne

"The ways of a royal household."

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.

Release Date

September 16, 2015

Status

Released

Original Title

사도

Runtime

2h 6min

Budget

Revenue

$42,165,755

Language

Korean

Production Companies

Tiger Pictures