The Midnight Sun (1971): cast, story & where to watch
1971 · Film
Released in 1971, The Midnight Sun is an action, drama and crime film directed by Lee Man-hee, running about 100 minutes.
What it’s about. Jang Jung-Han is a commander of 330 unit who is with his wife and son Kyu-Shik. By chance Kyu-Shik meets a country boy In-Dol who asks him to find out his sister. The 330 unit comes upon Kyu-Shik's kidnap while it is searching for a couple burglar on motor cycle. Kim Min-Su stole money to pay for his son's medical charge 7 years ago. At that time he solicited Jang Jung-Han not to arrest him but he is arrested and jailed. After finishing his imprisonment, he finds that his wife remarried and his son is dying of maltreatment. He kidnaps Kyu-Shik to retaliate, but he gives up because Kyu-Shik is so simple and innocent. The commander solves the motor cycle case and finds that the woman is In-Dol's sister who feels regret her faults.
Who’s in it. The Midnight Sun stars Shin Seong-il as 박, Heo Chang-kang, Yoon Jeong-hee and Na Oh-mi, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Midnight Sun page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Midnight Sun tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, Inception and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Midnight Sun (1971)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Midnight Sun change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in The Midnight Sun?
- The Midnight Sun stars Shin Seong-il, Heo Chang-kang, Yoon Jeong-hee, Na Oh-mi and Mun Oh-jang.
- When was The Midnight Sun released?
- The Midnight Sun was released in 1971, with a runtime of about 100 minutes.