SimilarWatch
MoviesTV ShowsThemes
Wishlist

Movies and TvShows featuring "north-korean-defector" theme.

Doctor Stranger
Tv Show

Doctor Stranger (2014)

7.4
TV_14

Doctor Stranger is a South Korean TV show that follows the story of a skilled doctor who has a hidden identity. He gets entangled in a web of schemes, drama, and medical challenges. With an unrequited love and a father-son relationship at stake, he must navigate the complexities of his life and find a way to save his loved ones.

Watch Trailer
Windy Mi Poong
Tv Show

Windy Mi Poong (2017)

7.5

The romance between a bright woman, Mi-Poong, who defected from North Korea and a man, Jang-Go, in Seoul who is a stickler for the rules. Conflicts also arise over a 100 billion won inheritance.

My Name Is Loh Kiwan
Movie

My Name Is Loh Kiwan(2024)

6.7
tomato57%
134Minutes

After defecting from North Korea, Loh Kiwan struggles to obtain refugee status in Belgium, where he encounters a dejected woman who has lost all hope.

Watch Trailer
Escape
Movie

Escape(2024)

6.4
tomato67%
96Minutes

After completing his required decade of military service and being honored as a hero, a North Korean sergeant makes a sudden shocking attempt to defect to the South, risking life and limb for the chance to finally determine his own destiny.

Watch Trailer
The Veil
Tv Show

The Veil (2021)

7.6

The Veil is a gripping TV show that follows the intense world of espionage and investigation. With a strong male lead and a caring female lead, the story revolves around the National Intelligence Service (NIS) and the betrayals they face. Get ready for an action-packed adventure filled with crime, mystery, and thrilling twists.

Watch Trailer
Three Days
Tv Show

Three Days (2014)

7.1

Three shots are fired and the president of South Korea suddenly goes missing from his vacation villa. Three Days is a condensed-time thriller that follows the struggles of elite Blue House bodyguard Han Tae Kyung to find and protect the president. With the aid of local police officer Yoon Bo Won and fellow Blue House guards, will Han Tae Kyung be able to save the president before it’s too late?

In Our Prime
Movie

In Our Prime(2022)

6.8
117Minutes

Ji-woo, an outcast in a prestigious private high school, seeks friendship and math tutoring from Hak-sung, the school's security guard. However, their relationship faces challenges when an incident occurs within the school.

Watch Trailer
The Suspect
Movie

The Suspect(2013)

6.8
tomato78%
NR
137Minutes

The Suspect is a thrilling action movie about a spy who becomes the prime suspect in a murder investigation. With the help of a North Korean defector, he must clear his name and uncover a conspiracy that goes deep into the world of espionage. Filled with intense martial arts sequences and a suspenseful plot, this movie will keep you on the edge of your seat.

Watch Trailer
One Summer Night
Movie

One Summer Night(2016)

5.3
98Minutes

In the winter of 2013, Yong-jun and Jae-sung, a member of the Korean People’s Army, are caught having sex by a superior. After that, Yong-jun decides to defect from North Korea to the South leaving Jae-sung behind. Yong-jun risks his life to step on the land of freedom and meets Tae-kyu. Two years after, Jae-sung comes over to the South, and Yong-jun must decide between Jae-sung and Tae-kyu. This causes misunderstandings and puts them in pain.

DirectorsKim Hun
The Net
Movie

The Net(2016)

7.4
tomato86%
114Minutes

The Net is a drama movie set in South Korea that revolves around the intertwined lives of a North Korean spy, a South Korean intelligence officer, and a man accused of spying. The movie explores the themes of inter-Korean relations, politics, human rights, and the struggle for freedom. It delves into the complex world of espionage and the impact it has on individuals and societies. As the characters navigate the dangerous landscape of the Korean peninsula, they are forced to confront corruption, propaganda, and the harsh realities of life under communism and capitalism. The movie culminates in a gripping climax that leaves the audience questioning the boundaries of loyalty and the price of freedom.

Watch Trailer
Fist & Furious
Movie

Fist & Furious(2019)

5.4
90Minutes

Looking for a new interesting story, VJ reporter Guk-hyun is fascinated with a story of a former detective Gi-man, living a life with a blade in his head for certain reason. Guk-hyun convinces Gi-man to take him upon condition that he make a record of Gi-man's revenge on Tae-hwa, the head of drug cartel. While searching for Tae-hwa's whereabouts, they decide to head towards unknown Island where Tae-hwa is expected to be staying.

Poongsan
Movie

Poongsan(2011)

6.4
NR
121Minutes

Poongsan is a man who helps North Korean defectors cross the border into South Korea. He endures pain and hardship while connecting with people who share a similar longing for freedom.

Crossing
Movie

Crossing(2008)

7.5
107Minutes

Crossing is a gripping South Korean drama that tells the story of a North Korean defector who embarks on a dangerous journey to leave his homeland. Faced with numerous challenges and uncertainties, he must navigate the complexities of inter-Korean relations while trying to build a new life.

Watch Trailer
Propaganda
Movie

Propaganda(2012)

7.9
NR
96Minutes

Propaganda is a documentary that delves into the history of political propaganda in Western society. It examines the role of propaganda in shaping public opinion, with a particular focus on the United States and its relationship to North and South Korea. The film explores themes of capitalism, imperialism, and the socioeconomics of propaganda, offering insights into the American way of life and its impact on global politics. Through interviews, archival footage, and expert analysis, Propaganda provides a thought-provoking examination of the power of misinformation and the manipulation of public perception.

Watch Trailer
Apostle
Movie

Apostle(2014)

9

In the midst of a brutal war, a North Korean defector finds solace in a secret underground church. As tensions rise, he must choose between loyalty and survival.

Mrs. B., a North Korean Woman
Movie

Mrs. B., a North Korean Woman(2016)

6.8
71Minutes
I Am Sun Mu
Movie

I Am Sun Mu(2015)

7.1
NR
80Minutes

Operating under a pseudonym which means 'no boundaries' - North Korean defector Sun Mu creates political pop art based on his life, homeland, and hope for a future united Korea. His hidden identity is nearly compromised when a massive historical exhibit in Beijing is shuttered by Chinese and North Korean authorities.

Watch Trailer

north korean defector

Explore a curated collection of movies and TV shows that depict the riveting stories of North Korean defectors. Discover the struggles, triumphs, and resilience of individuals who risked everything to seek freedom and a better life. Immerse yourself in captivating narratives that shed light on the complex social and political realities of North Korea and the challenges faced by its defectors.

Tv Show

Where to watch in United States