The Korean (2008): cast, story & where to watch

2008 · Film · ★ 4.3

The Korean poster

Released in 2008, The Korean is an action and thriller film directed by Thomas Dixon, running about 98 minutes. “Two Guns, One Knife, No Mercy” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. A big city crime lord has been betrayed by four associates. With only hours until his immanent arrest...

Who’s in it. The Korean stars Josiah D. Lee as Lee, Paul Adamo as Ali, Paula Bellin as The Contessa and Rik Billock as Sachton, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 4.3/10, The Korean has proved divisive with audiences.

Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video and Fandango At Home. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Korean page.

If you liked it. Fans of The Korean tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, Inception and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch The Korean (2008)?
In US, The Korean is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video and Fandango At Home. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
Is The Korean worth watching?
The Korean holds an audience score of 4.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action and thriller. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in The Korean?
The Korean stars Josiah D. Lee, Paul Adamo, Paula Bellin, Rik Billock and James Cadenhead.
When was The Korean released?
The Korean was released in 2008, with a runtime of about 98 minutes.