The Dearest (2011): cast, story & where to watch
2011 · Film · ★ 4.4
Released in 2011, The Dearest is a drama and animation film directed by Kim Sunah, running about 62 minutes.
What it’s about. In-hye and Sun-mi visit their hometown, a small and quiet village in the countryside, after a long time only to face unexpected news: their old friend Eun-sil died while giving birth. The town is left in an uproar because of the baby, whose father is unknown, and it is neglected, protected by no one. While In-hye and Sun-mi try to save the baby with the help of Ji-young, their friend who has stayed in town, they find out that Eun-sil, who was mentally retarded, was a plaything of the village. In-hye and Sun-mi are troubled with the rage they feel against the village people and the guilty conscience they feel towards Eun-sil. Although they abandoned Eun-sil in the past, will they be able to protect her baby until the end?
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.4/10, The Dearest has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Dearest page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Dearest tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Dearest (2011)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Dearest change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Dearest worth watching?
- The Dearest holds an audience score of 4.4 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and animation. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- When was The Dearest released?
- The Dearest was released in 2011, with a runtime of about 62 minutes.