The Hole (1997): cast, story & where to watch

1997 · Film · ★ 6.7

The Hole poster

Released in 1997, The Hole is a thriller and horror film directed by Kim Sung-hong, running about 100 minutes.

What it’s about. Newlywed, Su-jin, believes that nothing will interfere with her happiness or come between herself and her husband, Dong-woo. That is, until she meets her mother-in-law. Dong-woo is devoted to his mother and now that they are all living together, it isn't long before Su-jin notices something unnatural about the amount of affection between the two. When confronted, Dong-woo promises his new wife that she will be his priority. However, he must spend a lot of time away from home because of his job granting the mother-in-law sufficient time to plot how to eliminate her rival.

Who’s in it. The Hole stars Choi Ji-woo as Su-jin, Park Yong-woo as Dong-woo, Park Yong-woo as Dong-woo and Yun So-jeong as Jin-sook, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 6.7/10, The Hole 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 Hole page.

If you liked it. Fans of The Hole tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch The Hole (1997)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Hole change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is The Hole worth watching?
The Hole holds an audience score of 6.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller and horror. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in The Hole?
The Hole stars Choi Ji-woo, Park Yong-woo, Park Yong-woo, Yun So-jeong and Mun Su-jin.
When was The Hole released?
The Hole was released in 1997, with a runtime of about 100 minutes.