The Battleship Island
"1945 Hashima. We called it hell on earth."
Originally released in 2017. The Battleship Island is a action/history film. directed by Ryoo Seung-wan. With a runtime of 2h 12m, it's an epic theatrical experience.
Starring Hwang Jung-min, So Ji-sub, and Song Joong-ki
Synopsis
During the Japanese colonial era, roughly 400 Korean people, who were forced onto Battleship Island 'Hashima Island' to mine for coal, attempt to escape.
Quick Facts
Release Date
July 26, 2017
8 years ago
Runtime
2h 12m
132 minutes total
User Rating
7.2/10
Great (280 votes)
Budget
$21M
Production budget
Box Office
$46.2M
2.2x return
Language
Korean
Original language
Country
South Korea
Production
Director
Top Cast
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- KO
- Budget
- $21,000,000
- Revenue
- $46,183,383
Production Companies
- Filmmaker R&K
- CJ Entertainment
- filmK
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Battleship Island about?
During the Japanese colonial era, roughly 400 Korean people, who were forced onto Battleship Island 'Hashima Island' to mine for coal, attempt to escape.
Who directed The Battleship Island?
The Battleship Island was directed by Ryoo Seung-wan.
How long is The Battleship Island?
The Battleship Island has a runtime of 2 hours and 12 minutes (132 minutes total).
When was The Battleship Island released?
The Battleship Island was released on July 26, 2017 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Battleship Island?
The main cast of The Battleship Island includes Hwang Jung-min, So Ji-sub, Song Joong-ki, Lee Jung-hyun, Kim Su-an.
Is The Battleship Island worth watching?
The Battleship Island has a user rating of 7.2/10 based on 280 reviews, indicating very good reception from audiences.