Tumangan River (1961): cast, story & where to watch

1961 · Film · ★ 8

Tumangan River poster

Released in 1961, Tumangan River is a drama and history film directed by Sang-in Cheon.

What it’s about. A screen adaptation of the first part of the eponymous trilogy by Lee Gi Young about the national liberation struggle of the Korean people against the Japanese invaders in the late 19th - early 20th centuries.

Who’s in it. Tumangan River stars Hak Pak as Komsung Park, peasant, Deung-hee Won as his wife Bon Im, Seungbo Shim as Si Dong and Sekbong Ju as Dingkyung Lee, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 8.0/10, Tumangan River sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Tumangan River page.

If you liked it. Fans of Tumangan River tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Tumangan River (1961)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Tumangan River change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Tumangan River worth watching?
Tumangan River holds an audience score of 8.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and history. Most viewers rate it highly.
Who stars in Tumangan River?
Tumangan River stars Hak Pak, Deung-hee Won, Seungbo Shim, Sekbong Ju and Yeong Sim.
When was Tumangan River released?
Tumangan River was released in 1961.