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South Korean single films have received positive feedback from the film-loving community for their engaging content, authentic acting, and sharp visuals. Through today's article, Mytour Blog will introduce you to the TOP 15 South Korean films across various genres that are most explosive in 2024, giving you more choices for relaxing moments after a long day of work.
1. Alive: I'm Still Alive (2020) - The Best South Korean Box Office Single Movie
- Release Date: 6/24/2020
- Duration: 98 minutes
- Director: Cho Il Hyeong
- Cast: Park Shin Hye, Yoo Ah In.
- IMDb Rating: 6.3/10
One of the standout South Korean single films is Alive: I'm Still Alive. The movie follows Oh Joon Woo, a famous social media streamer, on his journey to survive a zombie apocalypse. After a virus outbreak, nearly everyone in the apartment complex becomes a zombie. With his strength waning, Oh Joon Woo is fortunate to receive help from his neighbor.
Alive: I'm Still Alive (Source: Internet)2. Parasite (2019) - Parasite - The Best South Korean Single Movie of All Time
- Release Date: 6/21/2019
- Duration: 132 minutes
- Director: Bong Joon Ho
- Cast: Song Kang Ho, Choi Woo Shik, Park So Dam,...
- IMDb Rating: 8.6/10
Parasite is a South Korean single film that has won prestigious awards at international and domestic film festivals. The movie depicts the struggles of the Ki Taek family, who are facing hardship and unemployment. However, their luck changes when Ki Woo, their son, gets the opportunity to become a tutor for the daughter of an affluent family. This leads to new twists and turns for all family members, accompanied by unforeseen risks.
Parasite (Source: Internet)3. Extreme Job (2019) - Extreme Job - Hilarious South Korean Single Movie
- Release Date: 02/11/2020
- Duration: 111 minutes
- Director: Lee Byung Heon
- Cast: Lee Dong-yong, Kim Eui-sung, Myoung Gong,...
- IMDb Rating: 7.0/10
If you're looking for a humorous South Korean single film, don't miss out on Extreme Job. In the movie, a group of retired police officers decides to open a fried chicken restaurant as a surveillance team to carry out an undercover mission. However, their chicken restaurant unexpectedly becomes a famous eatery. The reluctant police team turns into chefs and must deal with hilarious situations while trying to maintain their undercover detective work alongside running the fried chicken joint. Thanks to its resounding success in the land of kimchi, the film has been purchased for remake rights by Vietnamese filmmakers and remade quite well.
Extreme Job (Source: Internet)4. The Gangster, The Cop, The Devil (2019) - The Best South Korean Single Movie Not to Be Missed
- Release Date: 05/23/2019
- Duration: 110 minutes
- Director: Lee Won Tae
- Cast: Ma Dong Seok, Kim Mu Yeol,...
- IMDb Rating: 6.9/10
A remarkable 19+ South Korean single film that captivates through every frame is The Gangster the Cop the Devil. The movie revolves around a series of serial killings in the city of Cheonan. Detective Tae Suk believes these killings are the work of a single perpetrator and is determined to solve the case. During the investigation, he discovers that the assailant is Jang Dong Soo, a notorious gangster.
The Gangster the Cop the Devil (Source: Internet)5. Exit - Sky Escape (2019)
- Release Date: 07/31/2019
- Duration: 103 minutes
- Director: Lee Sang Geun
- Cast: Jo Jong Suk, Im Yoona
- IMDb Rating: 7.0/10
Sky Escape is a South Korean comedy and romance film warmly received by viewers when its release date was announced. In the movie, Lee Jong Nam is a young man who is unemployed and heartbroken. His life becomes even more challenging when a gas leak incident occurs in the city. With the emergency situation, Jong Nam has to ask his parents for help and find temporary employment.
On his mother's birthday, he decides to hold the celebration at the restaurant where Eui Ji works. However, a major disaster strikes when toxic gas suddenly fills the restaurant. Yong Nam and Eui Ji must work together to find a way to save themselves, their families, and the party guests.
Sky Escape (Source: Internet)6. Along With The Gods: The Last 49 Days (2018) - Along With The Gods: The Last 49 Days
- Release Date: 08/01/2018
- Duration: 142 minutes
- Director: Kim Yong Hwa
- Cast: Ha Jung Woo, Ju Ji Hoon,...
- IMDb Rating: 7.1/10
Along With The Gods: The Last 49 Days narrates the journey of Kim Ja Hong, a deceased soul. He is guided by 3 guardians - Hae Won Maek, Deok Choon, and Seong Ju - for 49 days to be reincarnated as a human. However, during this process, secrets about the identities of the 3 guardians are gradually revealed, causing more twists and tension in their journey.
Along With The Gods: The Last 49 Days (Source: Internet)7. What Parents Don't Tell (2019) - Romang - A Heartwarming South Korean Family Drama Movie
- Release Date: 07/26/2019
- Duration: 112 minutes
- Director: Lee Chang Geun
- Cast: Lee Soon Jae, Jung Young Sook,...
- IMDb Rating: 7.4/10
What Parents Don't Tell is an outstanding South Korean family drama movie that is emotional and heartwarming, leaving viewers in tears as they immerse themselves in the 112 minutes of the film. The movie follows Cho Nam Bong and Lee Mae Ja, an elderly couple. Both suffer from memory loss and gradually lose their ability to communicate and recognize. However, surprisingly, through this illness, their love and dreams are reignited and shine.
What Parents Don't Tell (Source: Internet)8. The Most Beautiful Day of Yours (2018) - On Your Wedding Day - South Korean Romantic Movie
- Release Date: 08/22/2018
- Duration: 110 minutes
- Director: Lee Seok Geun
- Cast: Park Bo Young, Kim Young Kwang,...
- IMDb Rating: 7.0/10
On Your Wedding Day is a South Korean romantic drama film that evokes nostalgia for first love. Woo Yeon and Seung Hee had a brief and sweet encounter lasting only 3 seconds, but it was fate that marked the beginning of a 10-year love story. Both start their careers after graduating from university, but then each goes their separate ways.
The Most Beautiful Day of Yours (Source: Internet)9. Stand By Me - Deok Gu À! (2018)
- Release Date: 04/05/2018
- Duration: 91 minutes
- Director: Bang Soo In
- Cast: Ji Hoon Jung, Soo Jae Lee
- IMDb Rating: 6.8/10
In the film, a 70-year-old grandfather lives in a rural village with his two grandchildren. He realizes he doesn't have much time left to live and decides to prepare the best for the future of his beloved grandchildren. This story not only brings touching and profound moments but also makes viewers reflect on the value of family and love.
Stand By Me - Deok Gu À (Source: Internet)10. And I Will Come (2018) - Be with You
- Release Date: 03/14/2018
- Duration: 132 minutes
- Directors: Takuji Ichikawa, Lee Jang Hoon
- Cast: So Ji Sub, Son Ye Jin,…
- IMDb Rating: 7.7/10
In the list of must-watch Korean movies in 2024, Be with You is adapted from the famous novel of the same name in Japan. The film's plot revolves around the character Soo A. Before passing away, she made a promise to her husband that a year after her death, on a rainy day, she would return.
When the rainy day arrives, the miraculous happens, and Soo A indeed comes back. However, she has lost her memories of her husband and son. To help his wife regain her memories, Soo A's husband tries everything to bring back memories of their past relationship.
And I Will Come (Source: Internet)11. Train to Busan – (2016) – Korean Action Movie
- Release Date: 07/20/2016
- Duration: 118 minutes
- Director: Yeon Sang Ho
- Cast: Gong Yoo, Jung Yu Mi,…
- IMDb Rating: 7.6/10
Ranked among the top Korean movies of 2024, Train To Busan captivates with its thrilling action-packed plot, leading the box office upon release. Set on a train journey from Seoul to Busan, the film unfolds as a mysterious virus outbreak turns infected passengers into bloodthirsty zombies. The protagonist, along with a group of survivors, must confront these undead and fight for survival throughout the 453km journey.
Train to Busan (Source: Internet)12. The Flu – (2013)
- Release Date: 08/14/2013
- Duration: 121 minutes
- Director: Kim Sung Su
- Cast: Hyuk Jang, Soo Ae,…
- IMDb Rating: 6.7/10
The Flu depicts a peculiar epidemic occurring on an illegal immigration train bound for South Korea. The disease rapidly spreads, causing numerous tragic deaths onboard. Dr. Kim In Hae and Kang Ji Koo, a firefighter, must fight relentlessly to find a way to eradicate this disease.
The Flu – (Source: Internet)13. Hope – (2013) – A highly acclaimed South Korean film
- Release Date: 10/02/2013
- Duration: 122 minutes
- Director: Lee Joon Ik
- Cast: Lee Re, Sol Kyung Gu,…
- IMDb Rating: 7.1/10
Hope is a gripping South Korean family film based on a once-shocking case that rocked the nation. The story revolves around So Won, a first-grade student, who is assaulted by a depraved man, causing severe psychological and physical trauma.
Dong Hoon, the father of the victim, receives a call from the hospital and learns of his daughter's condition. From there, the family strives to come together and support So Won throughout her recovery journey.
Hope – A compelling South Korean psychological drama (Source: Internet)14. Miracle in Cell No. 7 – (2013)
- Release Date: 01/23/2013
- Duration: 127 minutes
- Director: Lee Hwan Kyung
- Cast: Ryu Seung Ryong, Kal So Won
- IMDb Rating: 8.2/10
The movie follows Yong Goo, a father wrongly accused and sentenced to death for murder. He only wishes to see his daughter Ye Seung one last time before facing execution. However, when the prison doors close, no one is allowed to visit him.
To assist the father and daughter in their final reunion, the inmates in the same cell devised a plan to create a 'miracle' within cell number 7.
Miracle in Cell No. 7 (Source: Internet)15. Silenced – (2011)
- Release Date: 09/22/2011
- Duration: 125 minutes
- Director: Hwang Dong Hyuk
- Cast: Gong Yoo, Jung Yu Min
- IMDb Rating: 8.1/10
