The son of a North Korean spy decides to follow in his father's footsteps to protect his little sister.
Directed by Park Hong-soo, this 2013 South Korean action-drama-thriller follows the son of a North Korean spy who takes up his late father's clandestine trade, partly to shield his younger sister. Caught between national loyalties and personal duty, he navigates a dangerous world of espionage and betrayal. The film blends sleek action with an undercurrent of melancholy, exploring themes of family obligation, identity, and the costs paid by those born into someone else's mission. Carrying a MagicMovieScore of 7.3, it appeals to fans of Korean spy thrillers that balance kinetic confrontation with emotional stakes and divided allegiances.
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Choi Seung-hyun
Ri Myung-hoon / Kang Dae-ho

Han Yeri
Lee Hye-in

Yoon Je-moon
Cha Jeong-min

Cho Seong-ha
Moon Sang-cheol

Kim You-jung
Ri Hye-in

Lee Joo-sil
North Korean Spy

Jung Ho-bin
Big Dipper

Kim Sun-kyung
North Korean Spy
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Release Date
November 5, 2013
Runtime
1h 53m
Rating
PG-13
Genres
Action, Drama, Thriller
Director