Osing (1985): cast, story & where to watch
1985 · Film

Released in 1985, Osing is a drama film directed by Lee Sang-oen, running about 105 minutes.
What it’s about. Seven-year-old girl Shin is sold off as a servant. She takes with her the 50-cent coin her grandmother gave her. However, at the master's house, Shin is accused of stealing the money and beaten. Shin escapes to mountains where she falls into a faint. Jin-ho, a student soldier, runs away from the army into mountains. He saves Shin and they live in the mountain where he teaches her how to read and fall in puppy love with each other. After the winter, Shin and Jin-ho go down the mountain. But they are discovered by soldiers who end up killing Jin-ho. Shin takes the harmonica that belonged to Jin-ho and goes home. When her father beats her and plans to sell her off again, Shin leaves in search of her mother. Shin finds her mother who is a kisaeng. Understanding that she can't stay, Shin leaves to become a servant. Learning that her grandmother is near death, Shin returns home and vows to overcome their poverty.
Who’s in it. Osing stars Kim Min-hee as Oh-sing and Ahn Hae-Suk.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Osing page.
If you liked it. Fans of Osing tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Osing (1985)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Osing change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in Osing?
- Osing stars Kim Min-hee and Ahn Hae-Suk.
- When was Osing released?
- Osing was released in 1985, with a runtime of about 105 minutes.