The Swordsman

The Swordsman

7.5IMDb Score
Released:2020-09-23
Duration:101 min
Country:South Korea
Director:Choi Jae-hoon
Actors:Jang Hyuk, Kim Hyeon-soo, Joe Taslim, Jeong Man-sik, Jang Hyun-sung
Production:Opus Pictures, Kiwi Media Group, The Wave E&m

Overview:

After being blinded in a coup against the king, Joseon's greatest swordsman goes into hiding, far removed from his city's anguish. But when traffickers kidnap his daughter, he has no choice but to unsheathe his sword once more.

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