The Oldest Son (1985): cast, story & where to watch
1985 · Film · ★ 7
Released in 1985, The Oldest Son is a drama film directed by Lee Doo-yong, running about 115 minutes.
What it’s about. Forced to leave their home because of the construction of a new dam which will flood their village, the eldest son in the family prepares land and money to construct a new house in Seoul for his family. However, he shirks his duty shortly after and leaves overseeing the construction of the house to his younger brother while he goes to live seperately.
Who’s in it. The Oldest Son stars Shin Seong-il as Lee Tae-yeong, Kim Hee-ra and Hwang Jung-seun.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.0/10, The Oldest Son 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 Oldest Son page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Oldest Son tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Oldest Son (1985)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Oldest Son change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Oldest Son worth watching?
- The Oldest Son holds an audience score of 7.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Oldest Son?
- The Oldest Son stars Shin Seong-il, Kim Hee-ra and Hwang Jung-seun.
- When was The Oldest Son released?
- The Oldest Son was released in 1985, with a runtime of about 115 minutes.