Arahan (2004): cast, story & where to watch

2004 · Film · ★ 6.6

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Released in 2004, Arahan is an action, comedy, thriller and fantasy film directed by Ryoo Seung-wan, running about 114 minutes. “Unmeasured ultimate power, He is the Last Hope!” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. Sang-hwan became a cop in order to help the downtrodden, but he doesn't get much respect. All that changes when he meets the Seven Masters.

Who’s in it. Arahan stars Ryoo Seung-bum as Sang-hwan, Yoon Soy as Wi-jin, Ahn Sung-ki as Ja-woon and Jung Doo-hong as Heuk-woon, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 6.6/10, Arahan has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.

Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Netflix and Netflix Standard with Ads. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Arahan page.

If you liked it. Fans of Arahan 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 Arahan (2004)?
In US, Arahan is available to stream on Netflix and Netflix Standard with Ads. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
Is Arahan worth watching?
Arahan holds an audience score of 6.6 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action, comedy, thriller and fantasy. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Arahan?
Arahan stars Ryoo Seung-bum, Yoon Soy, Ahn Sung-ki, Jung Doo-hong and Yoon Joo-sang.
When was Arahan released?
Arahan was released in 2004, with a runtime of about 114 minutes.