A Drifting Story (1960): cast, story & where to watch
1960 · Film · ★ 6.1
Released in 1960, A Drifting Story is a drama, crime and romance film directed by Kwon Yeong-sun, running about 124 minutes.
What it’s about. This melodrama follows the trials and tribulations of a single mother who dares to love. Hyun Hee (Mun Jeong Suk) makes a living running a coffee house. She has to support her illegitimate daughter and mother, and bear the scorn of those who look down on her. Hyun Hee falls in love with a married writer (Kim Jin Kyu), while another customer (Choi Mu Ryong) holds a torch for her. The romantic triangles that unfold lead to tragic consequences.
Who’s in it. A Drifting Story stars Moon Jeong-suk as Kang Hyeon-hee (Madam Madonna), Kim Jin-kyu as Lee Sang-hyeon (Newspaper editorial member), Choi Mu-ryong as Minwoo (poet) and Um Aing-ran as Kwanghee (Madonna Reggie), among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.1/10, A Drifting Story has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch A Drifting Story page.
If you liked it. Fans of A Drifting Story tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch A Drifting Story (1960)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for A Drifting Story change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is A Drifting Story worth watching?
- A Drifting Story holds an audience score of 6.1 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama, crime and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in A Drifting Story?
- A Drifting Story stars Moon Jeong-suk, Kim Jin-kyu, Choi Mu-ryong, Um Aing-ran and Park Am.
- When was A Drifting Story released?
- A Drifting Story was released in 1960, with a runtime of about 124 minutes.