Top Korean Sci-Fi Movies


Top Korean Sci-Fi Movies

Memories of Murder - Directed by Bong Joon-ho, this crime thriller is based on the true story of Korea's first serial murders in the late 1980s. The film follows two detectives who struggle to solve the case amidst a lack of evidence and mounting pressure. View on IMDB

Oldboy - Directed by Park Chan-wook, 'Oldboy' is a neo-noir action thriller about a man who is inexplicably imprisoned for 15 years and seeks vengeance upon his release. The film is known for its intense narrative, iconic fight scenes, and shocking twists. View on IMDB

The Chaser - Directed by Na Hong-jin, this gripping crime thriller follows a disgraced ex-detective turned pimp who goes on a relentless hunt to find one of his missing girls, uncovering a terrifying serial killer in the process. View on IMDB

I Saw the Devil - Directed by Kim Jee-woon, this horror-thriller follows a secret agent who seeks vengeance against the serial killer who brutally murdered his fiancée. The film is noted for its graphic violence and psychological intensity. View on IMDB

A Bittersweet Life - Directed by Kim Jee-woon, this stylish action film tells the story of a loyal mob enforcer who is betrayed by his boss. The film explores themes of loyalty, revenge, and fate with stunning action sequences and a gripping narrative. View on IMDB

New World - Directed by Park Hoon-jung, this crime thriller involves an undercover cop who infiltrates a powerful crime syndicate. The film offers a complex narrative with themes of loyalty, betrayal, and power struggles within the criminal underworld. View on IMDB

The Man from Nowhere - Directed by Lee Jeong-beom, this film follows a mysterious and reclusive pawnshop owner with a violent past who embarks on a bloody mission to rescue a young girl kidnapped by a drug trafficking ring. The film is praised for its intense action and emotional depth. View on IMDB

The Yellow Sea - Directed by Na Hong-jin, this film follows a taxi driver who becomes involved in a deadly confrontation with criminal syndicates while trying to pay off his debts and find his missing wife. The movie blends intense action with a gripping narrative. View on IMDB

A Hard Day - Directed by Kim Seong-hun, 'A Hard Day' follows a detective who accidentally kills a man in a car accident and attempts to cover it up, only to face blackmail from an unknown witness. The film is known for its intricate plot and dark humor. View on IMDB

The Drug King - Directed by Woo Min-ho, this crime drama stars Song Kang-ho as a small-time narcotics dealer who rises to power in the 1970s. The film explores his transformation into the most infamous drug lord in Korea, revealing the dark corridors of power and crime. View on IMDB