Paju (2009): cast, story & where to watch
2009 · Film · ★ 5.9
Released in 2009, Paju is a drama and romance film directed by Park Chan-ok, running about 111 minutes. “So close to want but forbidden to love.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. After a haunting accident while on the lam, Joong-sik migrates to Paju, a gray town where the urban landscape is as bleak as the fate of its residents. In attempts to remain in hiding and sublimate the tragedies of his past, he finds a kindred spirit with secrets of her own.
Who’s in it. Paju stars Lee Sun-kyun as Kim Joong-sik, Seo Woo as Choi Eun-mo, Shim Yi-young as Choi Eun-soo and Han Yeri as Mi-ae, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.9/10, Paju 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 Paju page.
If you liked it. Fans of Paju tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Paju (2009)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Paju change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Paju worth watching?
- Paju holds an audience score of 5.9 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Paju?
- Paju stars Lee Sun-kyun, Seo Woo, Shim Yi-young, Han Yeri and Son Kang-gook.
- When was Paju released?
- Paju was released in 2009, with a runtime of about 111 minutes.