Handphone (2009): cast, story & where to watch

2009 · Film · ★ 6.5

Handphone poster

Released in 2009, Handphone is a thriller and drama film directed by Kim Han-min, running about 137 minutes. “Someone has your phone and your life” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. A talent manager loses his handphone which contains a scandalous video which could destroy his career. He is then contacted by a mysterious caller who has found the phone and blackmails him into committing a series of crimes.

Who’s in it. Handphone stars Uhm Tae-woong as Oh Seung-min, Park Yong-woo as Jeong Yi-gyu, Park Sol-mi as Oh Jung-yun and Bo-yeon Hwang as Kim Dae-jin, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 6.5/10, Handphone has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.

Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Handphone page.

If you liked it. Fans of Handphone tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Handphone (2009)?
In US, Handphone is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
Is Handphone worth watching?
Handphone holds an audience score of 6.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller and drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Handphone?
Handphone stars Uhm Tae-woong, Park Yong-woo, Park Sol-mi, Bo-yeon Hwang and Lee Se-na.
When was Handphone released?
Handphone was released in 2009, with a runtime of about 137 minutes.