The Surrogate Woman (1987): cast, story & where to watch

1987 · Film · ★ 7

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Released in 1987, The Surrogate Woman is a drama and history film directed by Im Kwon-taek, running about 95 minutes.

What it’s about. A barren noblewoman encourages her husband to take a young peasant as a surrogate to secure the male line.

Who’s in it. The Surrogate Woman stars Kang Soo-youn as Ok-nyeo, Kim Hyung-ja as Pil-nyeo, Han Eun-jin as Grandmother and Bang Hee as Ms Yoon, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 7.0/10, The Surrogate Woman has been warmly received by audiences.

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

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

Frequently asked

Where can I watch The Surrogate Woman (1987)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Surrogate Woman change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is The Surrogate Woman worth watching?
The Surrogate Woman holds an audience score of 7.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and history. Most viewers rate it highly.
Who stars in The Surrogate Woman?
The Surrogate Woman stars Kang Soo-youn, Kim Hyung-ja, Han Eun-jin, Bang Hee and Yoon Yang-ha.
When was The Surrogate Woman released?
The Surrogate Woman was released in 1987, with a runtime of about 95 minutes.