

Masquerade
Though it places his own life in danger, a look-alike commoner secretly takes the place of a poisoned king to save his country from falling into chaos.
Critics Sentiment
Ha-sun fights to protect Queen and her brother
King Gwanghae becomes paranoid about assassination attempts
The film dramatically improves from a slow opening to soaring heights when Ha-sun takes the throne and begins his humanitarian reforms.
Masquerade builds from a modest opening to become an emotionally powerful masterpiece, with critics consistently praising Lee Byung-hun's dual performance and the film's seamless balance of comedy and drama. The sentiment peaks during Ha-sun's heroic protection of the Queen, with reviewers moved by his genuine empathy and transformation into a better ruler than the real king. Despite the bittersweet ending, critics found the conclusion satisfying and emotionally resonant.
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Lee Byung-hun
King Gwang-hae / Clown Ha-sun

Ryu Seung-ryong
Chief Secretary Heo-gyun

Han Hyo-joo
Queen Joong-jun

Kim In-kwon
Warrior Do

Jang Kwang
Eunuch

Shim Eun-kyung
Court Lady Sa-wol

Park Ji-a
Lady Han

Shin Jung-keun
Lee Jeong-rang

Jeon Guk-hyang
Lady Jeong

Lee El
Lady Ahn

Kim Myung-gon
Park Chung-seo

Kyul Hwi
Public Officer

Lee Yang-hee
Minister of Land

Lee Bong-ryeon
Royal Kitchen Court Lady
Lee Ran-hee
Royal Kitchen Court Lady

Shin Un-seop
Nobleman

Joo Young-ho
Public Officer

Yang Joon-mo
Kim Joo-seo

Moon Chang-gil
Prime Minister

Kwon Eun-soo
Gwang-hae's Towel Court Lady
Crew
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