Poongsan (2011): cast, story & where to watch

2011 · Film · ★ 6.4

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Released in 2011, Poongsan is an action, drama and romance film directed by Juhn Jai-hong, running about 121 minutes.

What it’s about. Poongsan has the unenviable - and death-defying - job of delivering messages across the North and South Korean border to separated families. When South Korean government agents ask him to smuggle in In-ok, the lover of a high-ranking North Korean defector, into the South, the damsel and rescuer fall in love instead.

Who’s in it. Poongsan stars Yoon Kye-sang as Poongsan, Kim Gyu-ri as In-ok, Choi Moo-sung as Team Leader and Kim Jong-soo as North Korean defector, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 6.4/10, Poongsan 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 Poongsan page.

If you liked it. Fans of Poongsan tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, Inception and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Poongsan (2011)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Poongsan change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Poongsan worth watching?
Poongsan holds an audience score of 6.4 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action, drama and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Poongsan?
Poongsan stars Yoon Kye-sang, Kim Gyu-ri, Choi Moo-sung, Kim Jong-soo and Joe Odagiri.
When was Poongsan released?
Poongsan was released in 2011, with a runtime of about 121 minutes.