The Handmaiden (2016): cast, story & where to watch
2016 · Film · ★ 8.2
Released in 2016, The Handmaiden is a thriller, drama and romance film directed by Park Chan-wook, running about 145 minutes. “Never did they expect to get into a controversial relationship...” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. In 1930s Korea, a swindler and a young woman pose as a Japanese count and a handmaiden to seduce a Japanese heiress and steal her fortune.
Who’s in it. The Handmaiden stars Kim Min-hee as Lady Hideko, Kim Tae-ri as Sookee, Ha Jung-woo as Count Fujiwara and Cho Jin-woong as Uncle Kouzuki, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 8.2/10, The Handmaiden sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue. It went on to earn $38.6M at the box office.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Amazon Prime Video and rent or buy it from Fandango At Home. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Handmaiden page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Handmaiden tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Handmaiden (2016)?
- In US, The Handmaiden is available to stream on Amazon Prime Video, and rent or buy from Fandango At Home. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is The Handmaiden worth watching?
- The Handmaiden holds an audience score of 8.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller, drama and romance. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Handmaiden?
- The Handmaiden stars Kim Min-hee, Kim Tae-ri, Ha Jung-woo, Cho Jin-woong and Kim Hae-sook.
- When was The Handmaiden released?
- The Handmaiden was released in 2016, with a runtime of about 145 minutes.