---
title: "King Kaew"
year: 2026
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/king-kaew-2026"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 1543151
imdb_id: "tt43434480"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 101
community_rating: 4.3
vote_count: 6
content_rating: "Unrated"
---

# King Kaew (2026) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/king-kaew-2026

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

King Kaew is a 2026 film directed by Ekkachai Srivichai. The movie is a feature film from Thailand with a duration of 1 hour and 40 minutes. It belongs to the horror and supernatural genres and is rated 15+ for teens 15 or older. The story revolves around a young woman who is wrongly accused and executed. Despite her insistence on her innocence, she is sentenced to death and dies with feelings of rage, grief, and resentment. After her death, her spirit seeks justice for her wrongful death. The film features a cast including Pimpan Chalaikupp, Inthira Charoenpura, Sonthaya Chitmanee, and Gun Napat Injaieua. King Kaew was released on January 29, 2026. The film's plot is described as being inspired by a true story and involves supernatural elements and suspense.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "A vengeful spirit seeks justice after a wrongful execution."

### Why Watch
- Compelling ghost story with strong emotional core
- Unique take on wrongful conviction themes
- Visually striking supernatural sequences

### Caveats & Content Note
- Pacing may feel slow to some viewers
- Heavy emotional content throughout
- Tone & Suitability: Contains mature themes involving death, injustice, and supernatural revenge.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: supernatural, revenge, tragic, mysterious, intense

## Streaming Availability Matrix

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## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Ekkachai Srivichai
- **Networks / Studios**: M Studio, MI Group, Mae Riang Film

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Intira Jaroenpura** as *Kingkaew*
- **Apinya Sakuljaroensuk** as *Mi*
- **Napat Injaieua** as *Hem*
- **Pympan Chalayanacupt** as *Wanlapa*
- **Ekkachai Srivichai** as *Some*
- **Thanetpiphat Sutthihirandamrong** as *Pin*
- **Phakeeya Phongern** as *Serm*
- **Sonthaya Chitmanee** as *Pathom*
- **Kapon Thongphlap** as *Police Officer*
- **Thanaphat Imkiat** as *Wanchai*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: Is this based on a true story?
No, this is a fictional supernatural thriller.

### Q: Does the main character die in the beginning?
The synopsis indicates the main character is executed after a child's death.

### Q: Is it very scary?
It has supernatural and intense elements but focuses more on justice themes.

### Q: What genre is this film?
It's a supernatural thriller with ghost story elements.

### Q: Is there a lot of violence?
The synopsis suggests tragic and intense themes but doesn't specify graphic content.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [King Kaew — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/1543151)
- [King Kaew (2026) - Cast & Crew — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/1543151/cast)
- [King Kaew Full Cast & Crew - MyDramaList](https://mydramalist.com/787274-kingkaew/cast)
- [King Kaew (2026) - IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/title/tt43434480/)
- [‎King Kaew (2026) directed by Ekkachai Srivichai • Reviews, film + cast ...](https://letterboxd.com/film/king-kaew/)
- [King Kaew (2026) | Creators | ČSFD.cz](https://www.csfd.cz/en-gb/film/1871220-king-kaew/cast/)

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