The Butterfly (2001): cast, story & where to watch
2001 · Film · ★ 5.8
Released in 2001, The Butterfly is a science fiction film directed by Moon Seung-wook, running about 112 minutes.
What it’s about. In a near future Korea, where an "oblivion virus" which causes memory loss has become the centre of a tourist industry aimed at those who wish to forget the past, Anna Kim, a German woman of Korean descent, seeks the virus in order to erase painful memories and, along the way, develops a close bond with her driver and her teenage guide.
Who’s in it. The Butterfly stars Kim Ho-jung as Anna, Kang Hye-jung as Yuki, Jang Hyun-sung as K and Kim Jung-nan as Traveling employee.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.8/10, The Butterfly 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 Butterfly page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Butterfly tend to enjoy Inception, Interstellar, The Empire Strikes Back and Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Butterfly (2001)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Butterfly change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Butterfly worth watching?
- The Butterfly holds an audience score of 5.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy science fiction. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Butterfly?
- The Butterfly stars Kim Ho-jung, Kang Hye-jung, Jang Hyun-sung and Kim Jung-nan.
- When was The Butterfly released?
- The Butterfly was released in 2001, with a runtime of about 112 minutes.