Hwang Jin Yi (1986): cast, story & where to watch
1986 · Film · ★ 5.3
Released in 1986, Hwang Jin Yi is a drama and romance film directed by Bae Chang-ho, running about 125 minutes.
What it’s about. Magistrate Hwang's daughter Jin-yi, is jilted before her wedding because a shoe maker was smitten with her and commits suicide. Jin-yi becomes a courtesan, and becomes famous for her wits and beauty. She falls for Byuk Kye-su, but he's chosen to be an envoy to a far off kingdom. When he leaves she feels so betrayed she takes to a life of wandering. She meets Lee Saeng, a destitute scholar, and stays with him until she discovers he's going to sell her to a group of itinerate clowns. Instead, she joins them willingly.
Who’s in it. Hwang Jin Yi stars Chang Mi-hee as Hwang Jin-yi, Shin Il-ryong as Byuk Kye-su, Ahn Sung-ki as Gat Ba-chi and Jeon Moo-song, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.3/10, Hwang Jin Yi has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Hwang Jin Yi page.
If you liked it. Fans of Hwang Jin Yi tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Hwang Jin Yi (1986)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Hwang Jin Yi change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Hwang Jin Yi worth watching?
- Hwang Jin Yi holds an audience score of 5.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Hwang Jin Yi?
- Hwang Jin Yi stars Chang Mi-hee, Shin Il-ryong, Ahn Sung-ki, Jeon Moo-song and Kim Yun-gyeong.
- When was Hwang Jin Yi released?
- Hwang Jin Yi was released in 1986, with a runtime of about 125 minutes.