Movie

City of the Rising Sun

“The last one is going in style!”

★ 7.2(20)19991h 48m

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Good to know

Director: Kim Sung-soo
Release date: 1999-01-09
Runtime: 1h 48m
Language: Korean
Status: Released
Country: South Korea
Studio: Sidus

City of the Rising Sun — trailer

About City of the Rising Sun

City of the Rising Sun is a 1999 movie in the Drama and Crime genres, directed by Kim Sung-soo, starring Jung Woo-sung, Lee Jung-jae and Lee Beom-soo. It has a runtime of 1 hour 48 minutes. It holds an average rating of 7.2/10 from 20 viewers. Below you can see where to watch City of the Rising Sun in South Africa — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

Do-chul is a boxer who never wins a game. While trying to make some money, he gets involved with Hong-ki, a small-time crook. They somehow make friends and hang around together, but their views toward life and the world are almost opposite.

Cast

Jung Woo-sung

Do-chul

Lee Jung-jae

Hong-ki

Lee Beom-soo

Byeong-guk

Han Go-eun

Mimi

Park Ji-hoon

Seong-hoon

Lee Ki-yeol

Mr. Moon

Han Bok-hui

Hong-ki's Mother

Park Sung-woong

Byeong-guk's Man

Kim Young-ho

Boxing Trainer

Kwon Tae-won

Man

Lee Bong-gyu

Lender

Choi Sun-joong

Doctor

Themes & keywords

punch

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch City of the Rising Sun in South Africa?+

City of the Rising Sun is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in South Africa. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is City of the Rising Sun on Netflix?+

City of the Rising Sun is not on Netflix in South Africa right now.

How long is City of the Rising Sun?+

City of the Rising Sun has a runtime of 1 hour 48 minutes (108 minutes).

Who stars in City of the Rising Sun?+

City of the Rising Sun stars Jung Woo-sung, Lee Jung-jae, Lee Beom-soo, Han Go-eun and Park Ji-hoon.

When did City of the Rising Sun come out?+

City of the Rising Sun is a 1999 movie directed by Kim Sung-soo.

What genre is City of the Rising Sun?+

City of the Rising Sun is Drama and Crime film.

Who directed City of the Rising Sun?+

City of the Rising Sun was directed by Kim Sung-soo.