The Coast Guard (2002): cast, story & where to watch
2002 · Film · ★ 6.2
Released in 2002, The Coast Guard is a drama and war film directed by Kim Ki-duk, running about 96 minutes.
What it’s about. A member of Coast Guard Platoon 23, Private Kang monitors a high-infiltration stretch of beach lined with barbed-wire fencing. Driven by the belief that killing a spy is the highest honor, he waits for a chance to prove his worth.
Who’s in it. The Coast Guard stars Jang Dong-gun as Private Kang, Kim Jung-hak as Private Kim, Park Ji-a as Mi-yeong and Yoo Hai-jin as Cheol-gu, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.2/10, The Coast Guard 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 Coast Guard page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Coast Guard tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Coast Guard (2002)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Coast Guard change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Coast Guard worth watching?
- The Coast Guard holds an audience score of 6.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and war. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Coast Guard?
- The Coast Guard stars Jang Dong-gun, Kim Jung-hak, Park Ji-a, Yoo Hai-jin and Jung Jin.
- When was The Coast Guard released?
- The Coast Guard was released in 2002, with a runtime of about 96 minutes.