Soul (2013): cast, story & where to watch

2013 · Film · ★ 6

Soul poster

Released in 2013, Soul is a thriller, drama, crime and horror film directed by Chung Mong-Hong, running about 111 minutes.

What it’s about. A-Chuan, a quiet 30-year-old man working as a chef in a Japanese restaurant, collapses suddenly and is rushed to a hospital. His colleagues send him to his father, who resides in the mountains. While there, A-Chuan becomes immobile: he won’t speak, eat or even go to the toilet on his own. One day his father returns from work only to find A-Chuan sitting in the corner with his daughter lying dead in a pool of blood. In an unfamiliar, eerily calm voice, A-Chuan says, “I saw this body was empty, so I moved in.

Who’s in it. Soul stars Jimmy Wang Yu as Wang, Joseph Chang, Leon Dai and Chen Shiang-Chyi as Yun, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, Soul has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Soul page.

If you liked it. Fans of Soul tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Soul (2013)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Soul change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Soul worth watching?
Soul holds an audience score of 6.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller, drama, crime and horror. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Soul?
Soul stars Jimmy Wang Yu, Joseph Chang, Leon Dai, Chen Shiang-Chyi and Jag Huang.
When was Soul released?
Soul was released in 2013, with a runtime of about 111 minutes.