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The Man Who Lives With The King – Official Script Book

The official screenplay book of the record-breaking Korean film “The Man Who Lives With The King” (왕과 사는 남자). This beautifully crafted book brings the emotional journey of the 17-year-old King Yi Hong-wi and the village chief Eom Heung-do to life through the written word.

About the Film

Set in the Joseon Dynasty, this film tells the touching story of a young king exiled to Cheongnyeongpo in Yeongwol, and a village chief who becomes his beacon of hope. Their bond of teaching, learning, and mutual respect creates one of Korean cinema most memorable relationships.

Book Contents

  • Complete Final Screenplay: The full shooting script with scenes and dialogues that differ from the final film
  • Authors Foreword: Personal message from screenwriter Hwang Seong-gu
  • Directors Notes: Insights from director Jang Hang-jun
  • Storyboards: Frame-by-frame breakdown of the iconic ending scene
  • Autographed Messages: Printed signatures and messages from 12 cast members
  • Special Fold-out: Joseon-era landscape painting “Cheongnyeongpodo” depicting the actual exile location

Design Features

The book is designed to resemble traditional Korean bound books (서책), featuring:

  • Classical Korean typography and patterns
  • Hanji-textured paper for an authentic feel
  • Elegant binding reminiscent of historical documents

Product Details

  • Title: 왕과 사는 남자 각본집
  • Authors: Hwang Seong-gu (screenplay), Jang Hang-jun (screenplay/direction)
  • Publisher: Plain Archive
  • ISBN: 9791190738705
  • Pages: 168 pages
  • Size: 144 x 225 mm
  • Format: Paperback
  • Language: Korean
  • Release Date: April 9, 2026

A must-have collectible for fans of Korean historical cinema and the unforgettable film that touched millions of hearts.

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