Once Upon a Time (2008): cast, story & where to watch

2008 · Film · ★ 6.1

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Released in 2008, Once Upon a Time is an action, comedy and adventure film directed by Jeong Yong-ki, running about 110 minutes.

What it’s about. The film is a heist comedy set in 1940s Korea, and stars Park Yong-woo and Lee Bo-young as a con artist and jazz singer who each plot to steal a valuable diamond from the Japanese authorities.

Who’s in it. Once Upon a Time stars Lee Bo-young as Kanemura, Sung Dong-il as Nightclub owner, Park Yong-woo as Kanemura and Kim Su-hyun as Yamada, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 6.1/10, Once Upon a Time 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 Once Upon a Time page.

If you liked it. Fans of Once Upon a Time 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 Once Upon a Time (2008)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Once Upon a Time change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Once Upon a Time worth watching?
Once Upon a Time holds an audience score of 6.1 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action, comedy and adventure. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Once Upon a Time?
Once Upon a Time stars Lee Bo-young, Sung Dong-il, Park Yong-woo, Kim Su-hyun and Kim Eung-soo.
When was Once Upon a Time released?
Once Upon a Time was released in 2008, with a runtime of about 110 minutes.