The Drinker Recommends... Kingdom

[@SplendidSuperman122]

Drinker recommends? Damn that’s a rarity these days.

[@Pandemona01]

Indeed. Those sure were missing

[@KingSlayer_.]

I hope he makes another video on The Boys. He should atleast watch Gen V and S4

[@sirloin8745]

@The_Critical_Doggo too?

[@ceasarsaran8573]

What language? I dont do subtitles. It's 100% impossible to know what is being said and see the expression at the same time. Therefore half the movie is your imagination.

[@ceasarsaran8573]

@@KingSlayer_. no. its passed the ignorable woke all the time quotient

[@masterphillips]

Fucking finally someone's talking about this show.

[@thorsky2754]

Right??!!

[@billdover3165]

What are you talking about? I'm assuming you mean KZbinrs. But there are LOTS of people talking about this. I've recommended this show to more people than I can remember.

[@masterphillips]

​@billdover3165 you're right, I mean YTers, and I follow enough of them to where I'm just surprised A) Critical was the first of them and B) It took this long

[@jonahrains7483]

I know - right? I LOVE this show.

[@TonyBShooting]

I know right?!? That show was great! I think it’s time for a rewatch

[@dsn287]

An absolutely, tragically, criminally, underrated show. Wish they had made more but very grateful for what they did. A great premise and an awesome execution. You truly hate the villains and the hero's sacrifices just gut you. Who knew a damn cart chase was so terrifying?

[@ex-navyspook]

The second season one...oh, yeah! Cannons and zombies, good stuff!

[@FrenchyMcToast]

One of the problems with zombies in modern media is that they've become such a cultural touchstone that it becomes silly when characters don't recognize them for what they are. An excellent way to get around that issue is to set the story a few hundred years before anyone's heard of them.

[@brando3342]

This was done by the film called Rampant. Another South Korean film, which actually might be the basis/inspiration for this show.

[@RKroese]

Bible, year 70: "When the dead walk the earth."

[@jessiejanson1528]

There was a webtoon, which is basically a manga you scroll vertically from Korea called dead days if I remember right. This story had people recognize zombies but subverted the genre by having characters expect them to act like they do in movies, but having their guiding motivations be entirely different and not obvious. the reader and characters are both are equally surprised. It was a good read in a world of average and flawed zombie stories. It's one of those stories you wish had been longer, but few writers are brave enough to end their story when the story they want to tell ends, most writers just keep it going until people are sick of it or they drag it out.

[@Soldier4USA2005]

@@RKroese They were talking about pop culture and how something so widely known has made every incarnation of zombies feel like a caricature.

[@artagle_14]

@@jessiejanson1528I know another Webtoon that I really like, Sweet Home. It has a Netflix adaptation but I’d prefer reading the Webcomic because they change a lot of stuff in the Netflix show. It’s not zombie related but more on the line of an infectious disease that turns you into hideous creatures. Highly recommend it!

[@amurderstale]

Yes!!!! Finally the Drinker watches one of the most original approaches to the zombie genre.

[@ceasarsaran8573]

But is it in English? I dont do subtitles because you just miss out on so much while you are scrambling to read the words.

[@amurderstale]

@@ceasarsaran8573 I believe it is dubbed and it was not bad in that format. It is worth it. Slow start to the first episode and then takes off.

[@Miqzz]

@@ceasarsaran8573 Maybe just learn to read?

[@billdover3165]

​@@ceasarsaran8573 Well that just kind of means you have really poor eyesight and maybe you should put some glasses on.

[@ohmyglobohmyglob]

I have no idea why it never got popular. It's soooo good! And there's a movie too!!!

[@KojinCastle]

Hello from South Korea! I am so glad you are talking about this show. Maybe with your popularity boost, we can get a 3rd season!

[@rafaelrico9418]

It would be awesome!.

[@erinpalmer4768]

YES!!!!

[@bjrnthebootybandit]

We need that 3rd season. They did a prequel which was like a mini movie but not enough

[@Laura-yw4qu]

I thought they already announced a third one. Didn't they?

[@KojinCastle]

Hopefully "Squid Game guy" will come back to Korea and make more great shows rather than going for the big paycheck from D+.

[@rig-zag]

The world is a richer place when the Drinker gets to talk about something that's actually good for a change.

[@thegodofz8230]

You, my friend, have said quite the exquisite mouthful. Spittin big fact-o's.

[@Skavation]

There's plenty of US-based TV shows that TCD would like but he seems to ignore.

[@dizzlegrizzle1919]

He went ahead an recommended a show that is over half a decade old and falls off and turns to crap right away in season 2. way to jump the gun. funny because you talked smack about the boys falling off season by season and while that may be partly right... he has NEVER seen that show. I bet he has seen half of this one? dude has no credibility anymore

[@External2737]

Very little today deserves a second look. Sorry, but if all the men are disrespected, that isn't an escape from reality.

[@External2737]

​@@SkavationWhat shows respect for men and straights? Men want to see a male hero and escape today's constant belittlement. Name a show without a course boss babe. Hint, I have gay friends, but a gay love store has me bored. What show is for a family man today?

[@bmjv77]

I work with a group of guys from South Korea. They're always giving me reccomendations of movies/shows from their country, and they never dissapoint.

[@dangreene3895]

Watch a movie called ' The Cop the Gangster and the Devil " I think you will enjoy it. It's on Tubi

[@sirloin8745]

@@bmjv77 ever thought to share them? 🤷‍♂️

[@BOZ_11]

@@sirloin8745 NO, THEY'RE MINE

[@danzilla31stompinontokyo36]

​@@BOZ_11😂😂😂😂

[@MrVvulf]

When I open Netflix these days, all my recommendations are from other countries. Mostly Asia (and India). I watched a show from China a few months ago that used English words I had to look up. Those words were not translation errors. The words were perfect for the context, they just aren't seen or heard frequently. That's what we've come to in "the West"... Chinese shows using better English than Hollywood. Some great Korean shows I enjoyed in the past year - "Under the Queen's Umbrella", "Alchemy of Souls", "The King: Eternal Monarch". Fantastic shows.

[@patricksleep9787]

This show was awesome I’m glad you recognize it and shared it to the world!

[@Dr.Gainzzz]

Nice to see a big person talk about this show. I went through a zombie phase awhile ago and saw this show and watched it out of curiosity and was completely blown away. It’s way better than anything Hollywood has put out zombie related in years.

[@chrisreed5463]

I've come to despise zombie flicks, tired, lazy, often disappointing. But Kingdom seasons 1 and 2 are staggeringly good. I am hoping for season 3, if it comes out I'll gladly watch Kingdom 1 and 2 as a prelude. Whether season 3 comes or not, rewatchihg Kingdom is on my list.

[@Blisterdude123]

I think a big part of why Kingdom works is it COMPLETELY removes the characters, and thus you the audience, from the comfort of meta zombie lore. Even if you know, and understand what's happening, the characters do not. The concept of a disease, a plague, parasites and infection, is so alien to these people that yes, it all appears so incomprehensible and horrible. They just don't understand, outside of a few key characters, until it's too late. The undead, zombies, magic and sorcery. And then there's the lack of 'shoot 'em in the head lol' security. They've gotta get up close and personal with the things to even stop them, most of the time. I haven't been so tense watching a show as I was watching the finale of season 2 of Kingdom for a long, loooooooong time. I was truly starting to wonder if ANYONE was going to come out the end alive lmao

[@mattice9083]

It was so good! And Netflix always cancels the good ones

[@R3TR0J4N]

Kingdom is a welcome one for a zombie sub-genre that often arguably underemphasize the human aspect. for me its next to Train to Busan

[@maverick5311]

@@chrisreed5463I thought they came out with like a little movie to end it all

[@Higesgirl]

Still waiting for season 3. Please don't cancel it Netflix. I'm still coping over Mindhunter. Edit: Found out about the cancelation through a KZbinr I follow on Twatter. 3 years of edging only to find that out... 😤😮‍💨

[@demonwolf570]

This is technically a prequel to a movie but I forgot the name of it.

[@mr.dynamite2924]

​@@demonwolf570 Kingdom: Ashin of the North.

[@45DarthVader]

As far as I know it has already been cancelled

[@demonwolf570]

@@mr.dynamite2924 You sir, are a gentleman and a scholar! Thanks!

[@freddiemossberg7204]

I heard that Mindhunter was coming back though.

[@vicreaves3077]

Criminally underrated show. Hopefully this video will bring it some more love.

[@TotesRandom]

It is SUCH a shame they stopped making it. I found it a couple years ago, got invested, then realized theyd stopped making it. And i was like... WTF!?!?...WHY?

[@elegantkristin]

The 'why' is a legal dispute. You can look it up if you want to.

[@defeqel6537]

Honestly, I was kind of satisfied with the first season

[@JosefSt]

I wonder if they reconsider continuing it, when an absolute powerhouse like our Drinker spreads the word

[@AJ-dx6bn]

Budget and legal something

[@R3TR0J4N]

Yep the politics and interpersonal struggle on top of a zombie scenario was so well executed

[@kingpinrisks1032]

This show is such a hidden gem.

[@kimberlytomlinson9464]

It's a marvelous series. Wish more people were talking about it.

[@dannymorrow6024]

Was in the top 10 for months in like 25 countries lol

[@etistone]

Not so hidden, it was on Netflix during the Covid pandemic.

[@ryanvm9728]

To the West it's probably a hidden gem. It was big in Asia when it dropped.

[@zuriyel5368]

@@ryanvm9728 I find that a lot of people in the West need the Asian content presented to them on a silver platter, instead of looking on their own. It's unfortunate bcos they're really depriving themselves of excellent content. And frankly, they could've gotten Hollywood to rethink their course a while ago if the viewers simply switched to Asian content.

[@pabungus]

Drinker, you NEED to make more of these. With the state of the entertainment industry this bad, we don’t need to be told about how far it has fallen, but actual gems in the middle of all of it, make more of these “Drinker Recommends” as well as more on the “Extra Shots” series, we don’t need more “Hollywood bad” videos.

[@salmon4959]

Im south Korean and I'm just really happy right now.

[@swaus9442]

Thanks for your movies. As Indonesian, Korean movies inspired our movie industry.

[@aristotelispapapanos1384]

I am Greek and I am also proud of you right now!

[@GDC2127]

South Korea keeps spinning gold. Hollywood is about to go belly up from the competition.

[@goatwarrior3570]

Since Western media is more or less dead these days, South Korea's contribution to arts and entertainment is a global gem.

[@annomalli]

been watching television from your country for years now, and I'm Nigerian. Once they was that shift from comedic and romantic shows into other compelling stories I was hooked. Bloodhounds, The Glory, amongst others have been thoroughly entertaining recently

[@billpipedown]

Kingdom Ashin Of North is a brilliant spin off of critically acclaimed Kingdom series

[@jeffreyharris3440]

I was looking for this comment. This is absolutely correct. Ashin of the North is a kinda prequel that is. . . let's just say that if you liked Kingdom, I can't see why you wouldn't like Ashin of the North. The less I say about why you will like it, the better for you. My wife and I were blown away and talking about it for days after.

[@crank3751]

That saves me mentioning it. Awesome stuff

[@eliasakhamisi7947]

Kingdom of Ashin is shittty

[@elenabob4953]

No, it is woke infected trash. Mind you. It is better than what the west is currently producing but it is trash compared to predecessors or what Koreans have been able to put out up until now.

[@elenabob4953]

​@@eliasakhamisi7947The comment I was looking for 👍👏

[@erth_mu]

one of the best shows I've watched in the last 10 years - there is a movie which ties in with this one" Kingdom , Ashin of the north" , it explains a lot of things , such as how this plague actually started

[@HugoJossCatton]

Absolutely delighted you got round to watching Kingdom! I binge watched it in the early days of Lockdown, and was simply blown away by its sheer scale and ambition. Top notch writing, acting and great practical effects. Glorious political intrigue and carnage

[@HandsomeMax33]

South Korea is so underrated. I used to think only weird teenage girls were obsessed with everything Korean because of those pop singers. But almost every single good Asian movie or show I have watched came out of Korea.

[@AB2B]

I've been watching K-Dramas for nearly two decades as an adult, and the last few years I've seen the industry really bloom. More people are being introduced to some great stuff thanks to shows being shared over several online platforms. Dramas like The Glory (another Netflix show) really came out of left field and grabbed the attention of viewers who didn't know there were shows other than romance. Yes, there are definitely misses, but the hits are usually spectacular.

[@jessiejanson1528]

Funny thing is, it seems to go from novel, to comic, to the big screen. It's neat to see some of these stories get wider audiences but it seems a lot of their content in the last year or so had gotten stuck with everyone copying everyone else. Hopefully they get some new content soon. It's kind of silly in a way, so many shows have one problem, poor writing but great concept. Just not with expert writers to pull out together and then do many don't do well. The USA really has this issue as well. At this point I'm just hoping we get some good AI writers that can turn good concepts into great content.

[@tulip5210]

I love their historical dramas!

[@sethraelthebard5459]

Absolutely. I also recommend their animation/art style. Manga and anime has been dominated by Japan for decades, but in the last 20 years or so, the quality of both art and story coming out of South Korea has skyrocketed.

[@anon_y_mousse]

@@AB2B That's on my list, but maybe I should move it to the top and watch it next. Have you seen Miss Night and Day or Alchemy of Souls?

[@alicaronongan1606]

KINGDOM is an absolute gem and my foray into K-Dramas. I bingewatched this during the pandemic years and I keep going back to it to this day. Every watch still continues to amaze me. The performances are on point and the writing, style, and soundtrack are all superb. Fun fact: this drama was written by the same brilliant writer of equally-stellar K-dramas: "Signal," "Jirisan," and "Revenant."

[@nisey1201]

I loved "Kingdom" and the prequel film, "Kingdom - Ashin of the North." Thanks for letting me know about the writer's other K-dramas.

[@lafirecracker3249]

The same person wrote Jirisan? No wonder I love it. Haha I'll have to check out their other works.

[@zmaster3982]

I would say comments like this are also internet gems.

[@primusro]

Zombies in a medieval setting. No further detailes needed. Going to watch it right now.

[@Icanthas]

Enjoy!

[@nen3040]

ooh let us know what you think when you’re done binge-watching!

[@matthewkuchinski1769]

I consider this show to be one of the few shows I call perfect. It has incredible storytelling, high stakes thrills, political intrigue that beats even that of Game of Thrones, zombies, and it makes the audience feel that they could be immersed in the fantastical world of Joseon Era Korea. To see great characters like Crown Prince Yi Chang, Doctor Seo-bi, the loyal bodyguard Moo-Young, and the corrupt First Minister Cho Hak-Ju brought onto my screen reminds me of how Korea still believes in the magic of cinema and good storytelling. And to know that Korean acting legend Ryu Seung-ryong is in the show along with some other great talents gives me hope that Korea will still be making great projects for years to come.

[@martinlopez2816]

"Beats Game of thrones", that's why it got canceled that quick? Early Game of Thrones was pretty top tier and has a larger and more broader fanbase than whatever the f this show is that I never heard of 😑

[@Raptchur]

@@martinlopez2816 "beats game of thrones" is a ridiculous statement. I'll agree there. Although GoT was extreme garbage at the end. Kingdom was fantastic. You look like a small child with your smug emoji and knocking the show when you haven't watched it all because someone said it's better than GoT and for some reason that got you butthurt. Kind of funny that in your admission of not hearing of this show, you unwittingly just point out that you and all your friends that could have recommended it, are sheltered and normies when it comes to good television. I bet you like Marvel.

[@martinlopez2816]

@@Raptchur probably better than later seasons of GOT, but definitely not early seasons 1-3 GOT, that's top tier. But later seasons, they were trash. And I'm not a huge GOT fan, I only watched seasons 1-3, which has some incredible storytelling, couldn't give two shits about the other shit seasons that has Dumb and Dumberer written mostly all over it. I never once heard of this show before, so I seriously doubt it's anything that interesting since not a lot of people talked about it, people like to hype things up for no reason, but now that this angry lowlife Drinker is mentioning it, all of a sudden this is the praise I am hearing about from this show, a show that I or anyone's never heard of? Edit: And it's not even in the English language for God's sake, I HATE subtitles! 🤭

[@martinlopez2816]

@@Raptchur also this show got canceled quickly I heard, probably because nobody gave 2 craps about it 😆

[@GeekazonDeals]

​@Raptchur yeah I'd say in terms of political twist and turns early GOT is superior. Kingdom has to weave in a lot more action though so it's almost an unfair comparison. Both are great in their own right

[@HeathBaron]

cool shout out drinker, this show is great and we are still hoping for a season 3.. anyone who hasn't seen it should watch it

[@byejuyo]

Never did I imagine as a massive k-drama watcher that the Drinker would talk about or even watch this show. It's awesome that he has and I hope it brings more attraction to Korean shows as there are many underrated ones such as this one that I wish would gain more popularity

[@minakoarisato1506]

I like angry mom!

[@deadlyrobot5179]

I used to be a k-drama hater for no reason, but I read a comment that said 'people who hate on k-drama have never watched one' I was like you know what, let me gives it a try, watched my mister and got hooked right away.

[@tibouzankor1997]

I watched this months ago and was left wanting a sequel😊

[@DanFloresII]

​@@tibouzankor1997 I had read that there was originally supposed to be six parts to it. We got two seasons and a prequel movie. Assuming the movie counts as one of these parts we only got half the story. I keep hoping we'll get the rest. Also an ending to Vagabond. 🤞

[@byejuyo]

@@minakoarisato1506 I rarely hear anyone talk about that drama, but I suppose it doesn't look like the most appealing drama for western audiences to be fair

[@stephdegoede8316]

“All of us are dead” was absolutely brilliant.

[@soshiderek]

Man, where is the sequel???

[@0volts157]

@@soshiderek It better not be dead.

[@soshiderek]

Haha! That would be a great second title.

[@RyviusRan]

I couldn't get beyond the first few episodes. The people didn't act like real people and the drama was extreme corny, which wouldn't be a problem if it didn't try to take itself seriously. I dropped it at the part where the one backstabber girl left the classroom and the teacher chases after her. It was just a very poorly written show.

[@KRIAJK]

@@RyviusRanThey didn't act like real people? You saying that makes me know you've never watched or paid attention to asian culture/media. The way they act is exactly how most schools actually are in Asia.

[@travisdaniels4139]

I’ve been watching your work drinker for almost 2 and a half years now, n by far you’ve hit every nail there is to offer. Glad we have some self respecting intellectuals that can see through through the iron curtain that is Hollywood. Your teaching generations keep it up man much love

[@liamphibia]

South Korea never fails in delivering excellent movies and shows

[@TheBackseaterYT]

We must reject all foreign made media

[@patriciaa65]

💯

[@JoeNaJoes]

movies no, shows yea

[@haddenmiller4364]

I really only watch Korean tv shows these days.

[@TheBackseaterYT]

@@haddenmiller4364 We must reject all foreign media.

[@romantra1311]

You’re late to the party, Drinker….but welcome!

[@salladinthegreat]

A Drinker is never late, nor is he early. He arrives precisely when he means to.

[@YunalaiEmpress]

One of the Best zombie series out there. Interesting Take on the over used zombie genre

[@TheElbowMerchant]

Dude, I LOVED Kingdom! I wish there was more than 2 seasons, but I think they told the story they wanted to tell and didn't want the show to overstay its welcome like many zombie apocalypse shows have. South Korean cinema and television has become my go-to for horror content. Anyone who reads this comment that hasn't watched Kingdom, rectify that immediately. I also really enjoyed Sweet Home, if a recommendation from a complete internet stranger is worth looking into.

[@mightymochi6320]

It ended on a cliff hanger though. It’s clearly meant to continue.

[@elegantkristin]

Only reason there hasn't been another Season after the special episode/movie is a legal dispute. Otherwise we would have had another Season already.

[@TheElbowMerchant]

​@@mightymochi6320It definitely left room for a third season, but some of the storylines reached their natural conclusions. With that said, I'd gladly watch another season, but it's not looking like we'll get one, unfortunately.

[@TheElbowMerchant]

@@elegantkristin Really? I had no idea. So . . . there's still hope? Let's hope they can settle the dispute and deliver a third season.

[@robo5013]

Have to disagree on Sweet Home, it was garbage. I kept watching each new season to see when it would make sense but it just kept getting more complicated without any explanation or purpose. I felt like it was being written by a team of 13 years olds that kept going hey, this would be cool! Let's add this! without it adding to the story or helping to bring it to any kind of intelligible conclusion.

[@SundraTanakoh]

I recommended Kingdom to several outlets, including you. I am glad you have seen the light! Anyone NOT watching South Korean Dramas and comedies on Netflix are missing a whole boatload of top notch stuff. I can't recommend KINGDOM enough, and SIGNAL.

[@TubbysWorld4413]

Bruh ! Signal is freakin Awesome.

[@bojnebojnebojne]

I laughed my ass of to Mad for Each Other XD Cried my ass off to It's ok to not be ok and both laughed and cried m eyes out to My Love from the Star. The Korean scene is my favorite entertainment platform hands down. I can barely get through western stuff anymore because the quality of the actors in Korea is just so damn high regardless of what you watch.

[@carrieantal7553]

Really good review - you nailed everything I loved about the show too. The original premise, great storytelling, excellent cinematography and acting... which was so good that I never realized until after finishing the show that the lead actor (the crown prince) also played the male lead in a massive rom-com drama series in the 2000s called Goong (Palace/Princess Hours). He totally transformed himself in this role.

[@Perhapsawiseman]

About gosh darn time! THIS show should've gone viral BEFORE Squid Game.

[@genin69]

yeah ive been on the sout korea show train long before squirtgame, this is one of my convert shows. its so amazing.

[@locomotivo4644]

​@@genin69"squirtgame" 💀

[@redubd]

@@genin69 Same, Ive been watching SK films for a long time too, dated a Korean girl in highschool and got introduced to K-Dramas and Films like 20 years ago. Its wonderful film making! To be perfectly honest, I felt Squid Games was really really mid, it didnt impress me at all. I understand though how people who have never seen SK cinema would enjoy it though and its definitely a series that can appeal to a "western" audience.

[@genin69]

@@redubd yes squirtgames didn't impress me much in relation to other shows but somehow it went viral

[@roel.vinckens]

Seen it twice. Will see it again. Pure gold.

[@valerius39]

6 times this point , and watched from beginning to end every time

[@celtwarrior7851]

Thank you for telling people about this. I’ve been watching since it premiered and wondered why it never got reviews or traction. Your opinion is trusted by many of us, so thanks again.

[@grimm5702]

I wish there was another season of kingdom

[@ceasarsaran8573]

What language?

[@BennyKay455]

@@ceasarsaran8573 It is dubbed in English (and others) if that's what you're asking.

[@Frozen_Death_Knight]

As someone who isn't a big fan of the zombie genre, this show is incredible. It doesn't overstay its welcome and it makes the zombie outbreak feel natural and believable for the time and setting. The best part is that the story works beyond just the zombie stuff where the character conflicts and political intrigue hold up really well. This show really needs a season 3, but I'm also okay with it not overstaying its welcome like The Walking Dead did. Glad that Drinker talked about this show, because it deserves all the praise and love. I highly recommend it!

[@garysmith3173]

Totally agree with you sir. A great series. Genuinely unnerving. No punches pulled. A great and complex story that doesn’t insult our intelligence.

[@ET_Bermuda]

Say no more, Drinker. The word "Recommends" has me looking it up now.

[@snewsh]

0:50 Fun Fact: At the back of the book The Zombie Survival Guide by Max Brooks is a list of "encounters" with zombies throughout history. In more than a few cases it was revealed the Romans had a Legion formation to specifically deal with zombie hoards(also Ghengis Khan had a pickled zombie head).

[@LordBitememan]

Yup, was about to mention that. Why didn't they make THAT a film instead of letting Brad Pitt turn World War Z into a fast zombie crapfest?

[@superspicysoysauce8231]

World War Z should be a mockumentary mini series.

[@derekmcmanus8615]

Great book

[@TheSmokingMustache]

The movie barely even got made, it had 6 rewrites, some DURING the filming, it's a miracle the movie got finished or was even as decent as it was. But yea definitely NOT World War Z. That book would be much better as short run series, just an episode for each encounter

[@cabnbeeschurgr]

Dude I'd love to see a mongol army vs zombies movie. Or really any movie that had the mongols as protagonists. Not necessarily good guys, but protagonists.

[@JoFa876]

My teenaged son and I watched that a few years ago. Every now and then he still asks me if season 3 has come out. What a great show!

[@juanortiz9123]

Drinker! There's also a movie! It's both a prequel and sequel to the series! It's called ashin of the north! Don't miss it!

[@connorwood9211]

Binged this show a few years ago. Shocked how literal attention it got

[@stinamew]

Great suggestion! I binged both seasons over three days. Compelling story, great twists here and there, and cool zombies (28 Days Later meets Days Gone, sorta). I've even sold a couple of coworkers on it, so now we have a water cooler show. Thanks!

[@Spaceghost918]

Watched Kingdom years ago. It goes so hard. If you are a fan of period genres that aren't trying to pretend it's historically accurate, the zombie element is a very welcome twist. Great recommendation!

[@Meitti]

Funnily enough zombie apocalypse fits the time period well, since the series takes place few decades after the japanese invasion which was also a seemingly unstoppable savage bloodthirsty steamroller army that didn't spare anyone. The historical invasion even plays a role to the events of the tv show and how the court became aware of a zombie disease.

[@toni_Tony_TONE]

Stupendously underrated brilliantly paced show. Kingdom was one series I completed as quickly as can be - another rarity these days

[@smitabhmoitra5726]

Man I recommend this to you a while back! Glad you've got round to watching this masterpiece! Interestingly, around this time in Korea, some mysterious, horrific tragedy actually did happen after conflict with the Japanese where a whole lot of people died. Also, Mu-yeong is a fucking legend.

[@terrancelarocque8249]

Absolutely love love this series! Thanks Critical Drinker for helping spread the word. You are the GOAT!! 🐐

[@RobbinGraham]

this was an EXCELLENT series! wish they had more episodes...

[@johnthompson5670]

Another South Korean "gem" you may not be aware of is "Extraordinary Attorney Woo". It's a different genre but still amazingly good!

[@masquinyo]

Agreed, a real surprise for me on that Show, well thought out and Attorney Woo’s character was excellently acted out.

[@ΓιώργοςΚοντογεωργίου-γ9β]

Also, Memories of the Alhambra.

[@traitorjoe8778]

It's OK to Not be OK Vincenzo Inspector Woo Hellbound I got a decent list of top tier KD I wish Drinker would check out, if only for the mans enjoyment. Attorney Woo is pretty great. The actress really puts in the work, with a great cast to back her up.

[@zuriyel5368]

Interestingly enough, it came out the same year as She-Hulk. Two female protagonist lawyers, handled much differently.

[@deadlyrobot5179]

can't wait for season 2

[@GungFuIsGungFu]

Finally ! I am hoping Critical Drinker will do a deepdive into South Korean movies - not just the mainstream ones, but also those popular ones from 2000-2012 !

[@TheBackseaterYT]

@@GungFuIsGungFu No, Korean movies are worse than anime

[@mckinleyostvig7135]

Obviously the Drinker doesn't agree with you based on the intro alone. Korea has the most interesting film industry in the world right now. ​@@TheBackseaterYT

[@TheBackseaterYT]

@@mckinleyostvig7135 I respect Critical Drinker a lot, but he is absolutely wrong right there. I concur Hollywood is in a rut, and that's why we need to focus on reclaiming it while rejecting foreign media.

[@anastasia-fr1gn]

I would recommend The Man From Nowhere (2010) if this ever happens. One of my favorite Korean films with a great anti-hero.

[@TheBackseaterYT]

@@anastasia-fr1gn You shouldn't recommend foreign media. Foreign media has no place outside its own country.

[@siphelelenzuza1448]

You have no idea of how happy i am, someone is spreading love for this series. It is fantastic watch with good writing, good actors and set design. Absolutely superb🎉🎉🎉

[@rabiranjanyadav694]

Finally our Drinker watched this MASTERPIECE! For me Kingdom is the best zombie show. Ever since I had watched this show in 2019 when it came, I became its huge fan. I don't know why Netflix isn't bringing its Season 3 but still I have hope someday they will bring its Season 3.

[@R3TR0J4N]

totally! can say that even if you cutout the zombie parts, id end up as a good historical period drama about family and politics.

[@rabiranjanyadav694]

@@R3TR0J4N Absolutely! The historical political drama in this series makes Kingdom way different than other Zombie genre content.

[@bardoomguy]

Yes Netflix pumps out Korean shows quite often so it not getting a 3rd season is strange. Maybe the show was too expensive to produce

[@Horsemen4deth]

Finally a KZbinr I watch recommending this show!!!! I’m still waiting on season 3. The movie was good too!!! This show is so underrated!!

[@berrypatchhusbando5263]

I discovered this show about a year ago. Loved it immediately. The intrigue, action, horror, historical setting. Watched it multiple times.

[@zuriyel5368]

You also gotta check out Moving! They're also showing up Hollywood in how to do compelling superhero dramas. The actor who plays the antagonist Lord Cho Hak-ju in Kingdom, also plays a prominent character in Moving.

[@soshiderek]

South Korea is no longer known for just excellent romance melodramas! 👏👏

[@TubbysWorld4413]

Moving is Good.

[@thegrimcritic5494]

Honestly my favorite character is actually the highborn noble who starts out as a cowardly elite who cares only about his own comfort, but by the end of the show, ends up growing a spine thanks to the positive influence of both a dogged female nurse as well as witnessing firsthand the nobility of the illegitimate prince. It goes to show that even the most irredeemable people, should the goodness in them be allowed to grow, can become paragons all of their own choosing. At first I couldn’t stand his butt, but as he continued to change for the better, I was cheering on his character every time he showed up on screen.

[@Sgt.Lincoln_Osiris]

Yes! He's my favorite character too! Watching through the episodes hoping that he survived in the end.

[@irena4545]

Yes! He really grew from a comic relief guy to a man. That moment when he realized that he simply couldn't give the order for the execution of the soldiers' families was awesome. And the doctor! So brave and determined, pushing on even when she was frightened - that's what I call a _real_ strong woman.

[@thegrimcritic5494]

@@irena4545 I honestly wished for him and the nurse to get together as a couple, they seemed like they’d be a really cute together. Where he’s a bit of a dullard, but she steps in to counsel the better angels of his nature when he needs it.

[@TicosMinis]

One minute in... Have stop. I'll go watch it first and then come back to it. Sounds like something I would enjoy !

[@leemastro9904]

If The Drinker recommends something, you know it’s top shelf, a term he’s very familiar with.

[@Bleiser3]

This show does need recognition! So sad that we didn't get continuation but what we have is great.

[@Face2East]

Nice piece Drinker, thanks for covering this. Kingdom is absolutely the best TV series I watched over lock down, and I've still not found anything since that has bettered it. From EP 1 to the one-off Ashin of The North, it was well worth the effort. When so many US and UK series see their viewership decline as each episode past they could learn a lot from the way K-Drama at its finest progresses narratives, explores characters and successfully engages a growing audience. And it has a zombie tiger , win-win.

[@ILoveWeightedPullups]

It’s really good. Drinker, you need to watch Banshee if you haven’t done so. Arguably the most underrated TV show.

[@melonetankberry5211]

nerdrotic watched it. maybe he can be animated to throw it his way.

[@nisey1201]

I wholeheartedly agree with your assessment regarding "Kingdom." I truly enjoyed the two seasons and wanted more. Fortunately, the producers gave us the Netflix prequel, "Kingdom - Ashin of the North." It tells the story of Ashin, a character who was introduced at the end of season two. Ashin's story was extremely moving to me and provided the beginning of the zombie outbreak. I highly recommend you watch "Kingdom - Ashin of the North." to complete your understanding of this compelling world. PS: I hope we get a future series that tells us what happens next . . .

[@user-xl2qx3qv3c]

Amazing! Indeed, also one of my favorite shows. Not sure you've seen it, but I recommend the spinoff/prequel film of this show based on one of the characters. It's called "Kingdom: Ashin of the North". Ties in as backstory of the character built up at the end of season 2 if I'm not mistaken. (it's been a while since I watched the show)

[@arashi3483]

Had initially thought Drinker was recommending the Manga/Anime Kingdom which currently has 3 live-action movies that are currently available on Netflix.

[@JJQ666]

Same

[@GenP5908]

Drinker would not recommend those

[@GenP5908]

Anime is banging tho

[@Don9872]

@@GenP5908 Those first two seasons animation though… I’m glad I powered through to see the third and fourth season but holy hell the first two were a bit of an eyesore.

[@alexlilly6657]

Watched it a while ago and absolutely loved this tv show. The plot, the actors, costumes, everything is on point.

[@KingKamor2]

Man, I watched this series on Netflix years ago and loved it. I thought at the time that it didn't get much attention, but it might be time for a rewatch. Also, I don't know what it is about Korean zombie movies/shows and there always being one gigachad character, but goddamn I am here for it.

[@InspirationLabs-ff8vf]

Best series I've seen on netflix. I'm glad you pointed this gem out!!

[@DanFloresII]

Hell yes! I've been recommending this series to friends for years. It's SO good!

[@midnighthymn]

One of the best shows I’ve ever seen. I’d always hoped they’d do a season 3.

[@KEVANDJACKFRIGHTS]

Total gem of a show. Money heist , the original Spanish version, is also one of the best television shows of the last ten years.Recommended

[@jtho8937]

How do the Spanish and Korean versions compare?

[@KEVANDJACKFRIGHTS]

@@jtho8937 The Korean version is a straight up remake of season 1 , so for that reason, I didn’t watch it as once you know the craic, Seemed pretty pointless. May be worth a watch if you haven’t seen the OG.

[@becke3830]

Saw this series years ago. Loved it. Well worth watching again!

[@magicfexer3474]

If you didn't know there is also the movie "Kingdom: Ashin of the North" that is a prequel to the series.

[@michaelcorbett4236]

Which is even more brutal a show. Especially when you find out what she has done

[@keziahjacobs8167]

​@@michaelcorbett4236 I've watched that movie but what brutal stuff has she done can you brief me on it?

[@michaelcorbett4236]

@@keziahjacobs8167 She perpetuated the zombies to her own ends. Her family and friends were killed and so she revived them and kept them tied up zombified. She cared less that the zombification would spread. It looks very much like she will be the villian of series 3 whenever that is.

[@mikedangerdoes]

Good shout, Drinker. But I'm blown away that you somehow saw All of Us Are Dead before this haha. This was one of the ones that kick-started the K-Train for me.

[@OGTiTan]

So good to see this show getting love. I've been recommending it to my friends since it came out. There's also a movie that's set before the show that ties everything together

[@franciscasfunspace3985]

I recommend A SHOP FOR KILLERS. It's also Korean and it's great.

[@jw8697]

Yep i watched this during Covid, absolutely epic show, wish there was more.

[@DC-hf7td]

About time, drinker. Top show. I hope they do a season 3

[@Wraith983]

This show really delivers, I watched it when it came out. A good mix of Game of Thrones and Walking dead in medieval Korea

[@seananderson5334]

I watched this while deployed just to try to kill time. It was really better than I thought it was going to be. The setting, story, and acting were really great.

[@frankgonzalez222]

Yes, so glad you've recommended this one too, Critical Drinker! It's absolutely one of the best shows ever!

[@HowToChangeName]

The Joseon setting is actually genius, you just need to focus on clothing, environment, make-up and props. You almost dont need to use CGI to make spectacle and engaging narrative

[@quipsilvervr]

It was because of you that I gave this a watch, and I was very surprised on how much I liked it. Time to look back and see what other Korean media you've suggested. (I'm always looking for stuff to watch)

[@garyvu1890]

Train to Busan, the Wailing or even Tale of Two Sisters

[@SailorVickymoon]

Watch Extraordinary Attorney Woo ... It's a gem !!

[@yousaidsomethingdumbrn]

The Man From Nowhere which heavily inspired John Wick

[@young0cidy]

I recommended this show to almost everyone in my family. This show is so good, well crafted. I'm happy that the drinker recommends it. It's well deserved. Such a great show

[@johnysharki5694]

I dont think I've ever felt this frustrated and dissappinted over a show before. I loved it so much and enjoyed every episode. It's such a damn shame that we most likely won't be getting a season 3, If we made the show viral, maybe that might happen?

[@DanTheDarkman]

Don,t forget to watch Kingdom: Ashin of the North, too

[@glockensig]

Kingdom is awesome!! Watched it years ago and recommended it to many. Sadly, many don't like to read...... but this is like Train to Busan.....once you get started, you hardly notice

[@TheDolfanar]

I remember when HBOs Rome got canceled the rumour was that it would be replaced by a Gladiator meets living dead concept… which ultimately ended up being Game of Thrones. This sounds like it’s right up my alley! Thanks Drinker!

[@zimriel]

The good books had already been written by 2002: AGoT, ACoK, ASoS.

[@gronkgrunk]

Glad The Drinker is on board. The Kingdom is pretty good. Stellar performance, intense plot & cinematography.

[@samuelademeso9041]

Thanks for reveiving this show Drinker, it one of my best K dramas

[@SpaceCattttt]

Phew! You had me worried for a second that this would be a South Korean remake of Lars Von Trier's masterpiece Kingdom (Riget)!

[@Lettumkno]

The Man From Nowhere is another fantastic Korean film.

[@frkzoid]

John Wick before John Wick

[@ronniebridgett8425]

A welcome review from the Drinker! "Kingdom" is one of the most exciting and thoughtful dramas I have seen. It has real emotional charge along with set pieces to get your heart pounding and twists that will have you biting the skin off your knuckles. The spin off series "Kingdom: Ashin Of The North" is also brilliant and fleshes out (sorry, couldn't resist it) the origins of the zombie apocalypse. The series producers kept a sequel to that open but I think Covid got in the way, along with (bizarrely) less favourable reviews. Again, I was totally invested in the characters and the astonishing action. Since Hollywood insisted on passing off tired old plots, stereotypical characters and cliched dialogue as "original series", my brother and I have watched virtually nothing but South Korean dramas in the last two years and they rarely disappoint. They're generally better plotted with fresh ideas, more exciting, and have seriously charismatic actors and actresses. More than this, they often have a rich vein of humour which makes us laugh aloud and scenes of real emotional heft. On top of all that, the music is frequently brilliant. The dramas cover such a wide net, subject-wise, so there is something for everyone. I could recommend so many shows but I'll just suggest five of my favourites: "Hotel Del Luna"; "All Of Us Are Dead" (second series coming), "Vincenzo"; "Bloodhounds", and "Arthdal Chronicles" (the first series is on NETFLIX but the equally excellent second series, strangely, is on DISNEY + with a different main actor - a result of Covid yet again). Disney is virtually unwatchable these days but they do have a small number of excellent South Korean dramas, including the brilliant superhero series "Moving" and the slow-burning but superb "Vigilante". South Korean series are an absolute joy and I hope they continue to enthrall us for years to come. I'd love to see more Drinker videos on these dramas. PS - viewers should watch in Korean with English subtitles to get the full effect.

[@zeebling1]

YOUR SHIT SAVED ME MATE SO THANK YOU

[@Whocares1987]

What

[@poketdoom]

I genuinely wasn’t expecting a review of kingdom when its a somewhat older series

[@britasha1194]

Plenty of good old shows people want to talk about but have nobody to talk about it with

[@annomalli]

movies outside of hollywood and america are criminally underrated, from kingdom (Korean) to Alice in borderlands Season 1(Japan), Dark (German) and so on.

[@ShaunSevon]

You've Brought Your Beverages Late To The Party Mr Drinker....🥳 #Bosh

[@unfortunatefan6417]

Kingdom the manga is also amazing