Play (2011): cast, story & where to watch
2011 · Film · ★ 3
Released in 2011, Play is a drama and music film directed by Nam Da-jung, running about 99 minutes. “This song loves you and helps me.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. The film, Play, tells the story of how three young men met in chance encounters, formed a band and got discovered. It chronicles the creative struggles, relational vicissitudes and professional mis-steps the band goes through while under the pressure of trying to attract a label to sign them. Just at the moment when all seems lost, the boys are offered a chance to busk in the lobby where fans are waiting to see the indie folk rock band, The Swell Season. Glen Hansard, its guitarist and singer, catches their performance and invites them to join him on stage. Upon learning that the band has not chosen a name, he introduces them as his mates. Thus, the band, Mate, is named.
Who’s in it. Play stars Jung Eun-chae as Eun-chae, Kim Su-hyeon as Su-hyeon, Lee Hyun-jae as Lee Hyun-jae and Lim Heon-il as Lim Heon-il, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 3.0/10, Play has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Play page.
If you liked it. Fans of Play tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Play (2011)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Play change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Play worth watching?
- Play holds an audience score of 3.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and music. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Play?
- Play stars Jung Eun-chae, Kim Su-hyeon, Lee Hyun-jae, Lim Heon-il and Jung Joon-il.
- When was Play released?
- Play was released in 2011, with a runtime of about 99 minutes.