The Restless (2006): cast, story & where to watch
2006 · Film · ★ 5.7
Released in 2006, The Restless is a fantasy and romance film directed by Jo Dong-oh, running about 102 minutes. “Between heaven and earth, where love became a legend.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. After his beloved fiancée is killed by demons, Yi Gwak joins the royal demon-hunting squad and distinguishes himself as a great hero. And though Yi eventually falls in battle, his adventures are just beginning. His spirit is whisked away to Joong-cheon, a place between heaven and earth where souls await reincarnation -- and where the final, epic clash between the forces of good and evil will be played out.
Who’s in it. The Restless stars Jung Woo-sung as Yi Gwak, Kim Tae-hee as So Hwa / Yon Hwa, Park Sang-wook as Yeo‑wi and Kim Kwang-il as Woong-Gwi, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.7/10, The Restless 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 The Restless page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Restless tend to enjoy The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, The Green Mile, Spirited Away and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Restless (2006)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Restless change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Restless worth watching?
- The Restless holds an audience score of 5.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy fantasy and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Restless?
- The Restless stars Jung Woo-sung, Kim Tae-hee, Park Sang-wook, Kim Kwang-il and Park Jeong-hak.
- When was The Restless released?
- The Restless was released in 2006, with a runtime of about 102 minutes.