The Drug King (2018)

Other name: 마약왕, Mayakwang, Drug King

Description:

Set in 1970s Busan, South Korea, the crime drama The Drug King follows Lee DooSam, a smuggler of gold and watches. When a government crackdown hits, he becomes the scapegoat for his boss and goes to prison. Upon his release, Lee DooSam pivots to the highly lucrative business of manufacturing and distributing methamphetamine. His fortunes soar after meeting Kim JungA, an influential lobbyist with powerful connections who joins his venture. Together, they build a massive drug empire, yielding incredible profits. However, as his wealth grows, Lee DooSam becomes restless and falls into methamphetamine addiction. Meanwhile, relentless Prosecutor Kim InGoo is transferred to the Busan Prosecutors Office. Investigating a local drug case, Kim InGoo targets Lee DooSam and the corrupt officials accepting his bribes. This gripping thriller explores a dark empire where a drug king sells drugs to China and Japan, using the money to fund the Joseon Independence movement rooted in the Japanese Invasion.

Duration: 2 hr. 19 min.

Director: Woo Min Ho [우민호]

Country: Korean

Status: Completed

Released: 2018

Genre:Corruption; Crime; Drama; Historical; Mafia; Yakuza