Eighteen (2009): cast, story & where to watch
2009 · Film · ★ 6.1
Released in 2009, Eighteen is a drama and romance film directed by Jang Kun-jae, running about 96 minutes. “A time when he madly loved someone, but things just didn't go his way.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Eighteen year-old Tae-hoon and Mi-jung have been going out for 100 days. During winter break they decide to take a trip to the beach to celebrate their anniversary. When they are back home after a few days, they have to confront a harsh situation – Mi-jung’s parents don’t allow them to see each other until they become college students. Tae-hoon struggles to keep their love and wanders around Mi-jung but she is eventually changed and avoids him as her parents wish. Winter turns to spring, and Tae-hoon and Mi-jung both turn nineteen.
Who’s in it. Eighteen stars Seo Jun-yeong as Kim Tae-hoon, Lee Min-ji as Park Mi-jung, Kwon Hyeok-Pung as Tae-hoon's father and Han Na as Tae-hoon's mother, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.1/10, Eighteen 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 Eighteen page.
If you liked it. Fans of Eighteen tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Eighteen (2009)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Eighteen change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Eighteen worth watching?
- Eighteen holds an audience score of 6.1 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 Eighteen?
- Eighteen stars Seo Jun-yeong, Lee Min-ji, Kwon Hyeok-Pung, Han Na and Choe Hyo-sang.
- When was Eighteen released?
- Eighteen was released in 2009, with a runtime of about 96 minutes.