Romantic Island (2008): cast, story & where to watch

2008 · Film · ★ 6.5

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Released in 2008, Romantic Island is a comedy, drama and romance film directed by Kang Cheol-Woo, running about 105 minutes. “Find Your Paradise” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. Three Korean couples travel separately to the Philippines. A middle aged couple first time abroad, a convenience store clerk bumps into an incognito pop star and the runaway Soo-jin meets a businessman who is there for his father's death.

Who’s in it. Romantic Island stars Lee Min-ki as Lee Jung-hwan, Lee Sun-kyun as Kang Jae-hyuk, Lee Soo-kyung as Choi Soo-jin and Eugene as Yoo Ga-young, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 6.5/10, Romantic Island 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 Romantic Island page.

If you liked it. Fans of Romantic Island tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Romantic Island (2008)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Romantic Island change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Romantic Island worth watching?
Romantic Island holds an audience score of 6.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy, drama and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Romantic Island?
Romantic Island stars Lee Min-ki, Lee Sun-kyun, Lee Soo-kyung, Eugene and Lee Moon-sik.
When was Romantic Island released?
Romantic Island was released in 2008, with a runtime of about 105 minutes.