The Country Left Behind (1962): cast, story & where to watch
1962 · Film · ★ 7
Released in 1962, The Country Left Behind is a drama, war, romance and history film directed by Lee Kang-cheon, running about 123 minutes.
What it’s about. Before the Korean War (1950-1953), a daughter of a Russian soldier stationed at Heungnam falls in love with a young Korean anti-Communist. Their love story shows how cruel the Russian soldiers were and how badly many North Koreans craved for freedom.
Who’s in it. The Country Left Behind stars Kim Jin-kyu as Seokbin, Kim Ji-Mi as Kim Jeong-suk, Kim Seung-ho as Sirenkov and Lee Ye-chun, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.0/10, The Country Left Behind has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Country Left Behind page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Country Left Behind tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Country Left Behind (1962)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Country Left Behind change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Country Left Behind worth watching?
- The Country Left Behind holds an audience score of 7.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama, war, romance and history. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Country Left Behind?
- The Country Left Behind stars Kim Jin-kyu, Kim Ji-Mi, Kim Seung-ho, Lee Ye-chun and Heo Chang-kang.
- When was The Country Left Behind released?
- The Country Left Behind was released in 1962, with a runtime of about 123 minutes.