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My Son (2007): cast, story & where to watch

2007 · Film · ★ 6.2

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Released in 2007, My Son is a drama film directed by Jang Jin, running about 109 minutes. “The first embrace was the hardest.” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. Lee Gang-sik sits in jail with a life sentence because of murder. His good behavior the last 15 years earns him the opportunity to be released for one day & visit his family. But how will his son, whom he let down for 15 years, react?

Who’s in it. My Son stars Cha Seung-won as Lee Gang-Sik, Ryu Deok-hwan as Joon-suk, Kim Ji-young as Kang-Sik's mother and Seo Woo as Yeo-Il, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 6.2/10, My Son has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response. It went on to earn $2.4M at the box office.

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

If you liked it. Fans of My Son tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch My Son (2007)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for My Son change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is My Son worth watching?
My Son holds an audience score of 6.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in My Son?
My Son stars Cha Seung-won, Ryu Deok-hwan, Kim Ji-young, Seo Woo and Jung Jae-young.
When was My Son released?
My Son was released in 2007, with a runtime of about 109 minutes.