The Executioner (2009): cast, story & where to watch
2009 · Film · ★ 6.1
Released in 2009, The Executioner is a drama film directed by Jin Ho Choi, running about 98 minutes.
What it’s about. An execution scheduled to be carried out in 12 years creates a hostile and stifling atmosphere among guards in one jail. This has profound effects on the dehumanization of Jae-kyoung, a young, newly appointed guard who nonetheless happens to find that a cold-blooded colleague of his, Jong-ho, has some humane traits. Written by Pusan International Film Festival
Who’s in it. The Executioner stars Cho Jae-hyun as Bae Jong-Ho, Yoon Kye-sang as Oh Jae-kyeong, Park In-hwan as Prison officer Kim and Cha Soo-yeon, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.1/10, The Executioner 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 The Executioner page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Executioner tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Executioner (2009)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Executioner change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Executioner worth watching?
- The Executioner holds an audience score of 6.1 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Executioner?
- The Executioner stars Cho Jae-hyun, Yoon Kye-sang, Park In-hwan, Cha Soo-yeon and Jeon Mi-seon.
- When was The Executioner released?
- The Executioner was released in 2009, with a runtime of about 98 minutes.