Genealogy (1979): cast, story & where to watch
1979 · Film · ★ 5.7
Released in 1979, Genealogy is a drama film directed by Im Kwon-taek, running about 110 minutes.
What it’s about. During the era of Japanese occupation, Sol Jin-young, a Korean patriarch refuses to obey the law to change the family's name to a Japanese name. Tani, a member of the Japanese occupation forces, is sent to persuade Sol to comply with the order. Tani is conflicted between his duty, his respect for Korean culture and his attraction to Sol's daughter.
Who’s in it. Genealogy stars Joo Sun-tae as Sol Jin-young, Seon-tae Ju as Sol Jin-young, Ha Myeong-jung as Tani and Han Hye-suk as Ok-sun, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.7/10, Genealogy 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 Genealogy page.
If you liked it. Fans of Genealogy tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Genealogy (1979)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Genealogy change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Genealogy worth watching?
- Genealogy holds an audience score of 5.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Genealogy?
- Genealogy stars Joo Sun-tae, Seon-tae Ju, Ha Myeong-jung, Han Hye-suk and Choi Nam-hyun.
- When was Genealogy released?
- Genealogy was released in 1979, with a runtime of about 110 minutes.