The Wailing movie poster

The Wailing

"Never be tempted."

May 12, 2016 2h 36m 7.4/10 (1,964 votes)

Originally released in 2016. The Wailing is a horror/mystery film. directed by Na Hong-jin. With a runtime of 2h 36m, it's an epic theatrical experience.

Starring Kwak Do-won, Hwang Jung-min, and Chun Woo-hee

Synopsis

A stranger arrives in a little village and soon after a mysterious sickness starts spreading. A policeman is drawn into the incident and is forced to solve the mystery in order to save his daughter.

Quick Facts

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Release Date May 12, 2016 9 years ago
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Runtime 2h 36m 156 minutes total
User Rating 7.4/10 Great (1,964 votes)
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Budget $11M Production budget
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Box Office $49.9M 4.6x return
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Language Korean Original language
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Country South Korea Production

Director

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
KO
Budget
$10,951,000
Revenue
$49,851,770

Production Companies

  • Fox International Productions
  • Ivanhoe Pictures
  • Side Mirror
  • 20th Century Fox Korea

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Wailing about?

A stranger arrives in a little village and soon after a mysterious sickness starts spreading. A policeman is drawn into the incident and is forced to solve the mystery in order to save his daughter.

Who directed The Wailing?

The Wailing was directed by Na Hong-jin.

How long is The Wailing?

The Wailing has a runtime of 2 hours and 36 minutes (156 minutes total).

When was The Wailing released?

The Wailing was released on May 12, 2016 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in The Wailing?

The main cast of The Wailing includes Kwak Do-won, Hwang Jung-min, Chun Woo-hee, Jun Kunimura, Kim Hwan-hee.

Is The Wailing worth watching?

The Wailing has a user rating of 7.4/10 based on 1,964 reviews, indicating very good reception from audiences.