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The Spy Gone North

7.3/10
TMDB228 votes
2018Original: Korean138 min

South Korea, 1993. An agent of the National Intelligence Service is sent to Beijing to infiltrate a group of North Korean officials with the ultimate goal of obtaining information about their nuclear program.

Genres: Drama, Thriller
Cast: Hwang Jung-min, Lee Sung-min, Cho Jin-woong, Ju Ji-hoon, Jeong So-ri

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THE STORY & THE PEOPLE

About The Spy Gone North

In the lasting days of the Cold War.

The Spy Gone North (2018) is a film in the drama, thriller genres. Directed by Yoon Jong-bin. The cast includes Hwang Jung-min, Lee Sung-min, Cho Jin-woong, Ju Ji-hoon.

Released
2018-08-08
Original language
Korean
Runtime
138 minutes
Status
Released
Production countries
South Korea
Production companies
Sanai Pictures, Moonlight Film, CJ Entertainment
Directors
Yoon Jong-bin
Writers
Kwon Sung-hui, Yoon Jong-bin

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Audience reviews

7.3/10 from 228 TMDB votes. Ratings and reviews are supplied by TMDB. Reviews are attributed to their original authors.

SWITCH.

TMDB member review

Along with impressively slick cinematography via Choi Chan-min and some outstanding production design (Taipei stands in for Beijing and North Korea), the film provides some fascinating insights into Korean history following the Cold War and the transition from a tightly-controlled to a more democratic South Korea. You don’t need to know much about Korean politics to enjoy ‘The Spy Gone North’; you only need an…

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Along with impressively slick cinematography via Choi Chan-min and some outstanding production design (Taipei stands in for Beijing and North Korea), the film provides some fascinating insights into Korean history following the Cold War and the transition from a tightly-controlled to a more democratic South Korea. You don’t need to know much about Korean politics to enjoy ‘The Spy Gone North’; you only need an appreciation for political intrigue and tension-inducing filmmaking in general. - Jake Watt Read Jake's full article... https://www.maketheswitch.com.au/article/review-the-spy-gone-north-engrossing-espionage-escapades

Alunauwie

TMDB member review

The Spy Gone North masterfully adapts the true story of ex-spy Park Chae Seo, offering a gripping espionage thriller grounded in real-world politics. With flawless cinematography, compelling performances, and impressively realistic sets (all filmed in South Korea), the film delivers both suspense and substance. This is a must-watch for fans of spy dramas craving authenticity and cinematic excellence. Read the full…

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The Spy Gone North masterfully adapts the true story of ex-spy Park Chae Seo, offering a gripping espionage thriller grounded in real-world politics. With flawless cinematography, compelling performances, and impressively realistic sets (all filmed in South Korea), the film delivers both suspense and substance. This is a must-watch for fans of spy dramas craving authenticity and cinematic excellence. Read the full review here: (Indonesian version : alunauwie.com) and (English version : uwiepuspita.com)

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What is The Spy Gone North about?

South Korea, 1993. An agent of the National Intelligence Service is sent to Beijing to infiltrate a group of North Korean officials with the ultimate goal of obtaining information about their nuclear program.

Who stars in The Spy Gone North?

Hwang Jung-min, Lee Sung-min, Cho Jin-woong, Ju Ji-hoon, Jeong So-ri, Kim Hong-pa. See the cast cards above for character names.

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