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The Swordsman
The Swordsman
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2020
1h 41m
7.5(298 votes)
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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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