Ah! Baekbeom Kim Ku (1960): cast, story & where to watch

Released in 1960, Ah! Baekbeom Kim Ku is a drama and history film directed by Jeon Chang-geun, running about 140 minutes.

What it’s about. Kim Chang-su, who participated in the Donghak Movement, escapes to Manchuria after being chased by the Japanese army, finally making his way home. Angered by the assassination of Empress Myeong-seong, he murders a Japanese lieutenant and is sent to jail. He escapes from prison turns his focus on the democratic movement by teaching civilians and organizing Sinminheo (a democratic organization), even changing his name to 'Kim Gu.' After he is imprisoned again, he gets out on parole and goes to China, where he participates in establishing a provisional government from which he can direct the anti-Japanese struggle. Kim Gu goes on to play a part in Yun Bong-gil's deeds in Shanghai, the events at Hongkou Park, the encounter with Jiang Jish, and the establishment of the Korean National Army, and leads the struggle for Korea's independence with warm fraternal love and clear national spirit. When Korea is liberated in August 15, 1945, he returns back to his native land.

Who’s in it. Ah! Baekbeom Kim Ku stars Myung-ok Shim, Jeon Chang-geun as Kim Gu (Changsoo), Jo Mi-ryeong and Ju Jeung-nyeo, among others.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Ah! Baekbeom Kim Ku page.

If you liked it. Fans of Ah! Baekbeom Kim Ku tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.