Hwang Jin-yi (2015): cast, story & where to watch
2015 · Film · ★ 5
Released in 2015, Hwang Jin-yi is a drama and romance film directed by Sin Jeong-gyoon.
What it’s about. In the middle of the Joseon times, Song-do's gisaeng Jin-yi was skilled in painting and caligraphy. Unlike other gisaengs, she was also intelligent and well educated enough to be called the best out of the Best Three. Byeok Gye-soo is is a scholar who comes down from Hanyang to attend a ball. Unlike his rowdy friends, he has integrity and loves to be around nature. He hears about Jin-yi and his friends get him caught up in a bet that he won't be seduced by her...
Who’s in it. Hwang Jin-yi stars Shin Yu-ju as Hwang Jin-yi, Jang Sung-won as Byeok Gye-soo and Shim Ho-sung as Yi Bong.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, Hwang Jin-yi has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Hwang Jin-yi page.
If you liked it. Fans of Hwang Jin-yi tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Hwang Jin-yi (2015)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Hwang Jin-yi change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Hwang Jin-yi worth watching?
- Hwang Jin-yi holds an audience score of 5.0 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 Hwang Jin-yi?
- Hwang Jin-yi stars Shin Yu-ju, Jang Sung-won and Shim Ho-sung.