Wild Animals (1997): cast, story & where to watch

1997 · Film · ★ 5.8

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Released in 1997, Wild Animals is a comedy, drama and crime film directed by Kim Ki-duk, running about 103 minutes.

What it’s about. Two Korean ex-pats in Paris are recruited by a French mobster. The duo find themselves at war with their mobster recruiters and each other.

Who’s in it. Wild Animals stars Cho Jae-hyun as Cheong-hae, Jang Dong-jik as Hong-san, Ryun Jang as Laura and Sasha Rucavina as Corrine, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 5.8/10, Wild Animals 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 Wild Animals page.

If you liked it. Fans of Wild Animals tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Wild Animals (1997)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Wild Animals change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Wild Animals worth watching?
Wild Animals holds an audience score of 5.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy, drama and crime. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Wild Animals?
Wild Animals stars Cho Jae-hyun, Jang Dong-jik, Ryun Jang, Sasha Rucavina and Richard Bohringer.
When was Wild Animals released?
Wild Animals was released in 1997, with a runtime of about 103 minutes.