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Director:

Na Hong-jin

Producer:

Na Hong-jin, Saemi Kim, Saerom Kim

Writer:

Na Hong-jin

Release Date:

Sep 9, 2026

Runtime:

2hr 40m

Synopsis

A mysterious discovery is made on the outskirts of the remote harbor town. The residents find themselves in a desperate fight for survival against something they have never encountered before.

Cast

  • Hwang Jung-min
  • Zo In-sung
  • Hoyeon
  • Michael Fassbender
  • Alicia Vikander
  • Taylor Russell
  • Cameron Britton
  • Eum Moon-suk
Moviegoers are saying
Na Hong-jin's ambitious monster epic 'Hope' divides audiences with its spectacular first hour of gonzo action cinema that delivers jaw-dropping practical spectacle, before CGI creature reveals and a bloated 160-minute runtime deflate much of its initial promise. Critics praise the immaculate escalation and tangible filmmaking craft while lamenting the shift from sublime tension to video game physics and emotional emptiness.
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  • Sep 7, 2026

    If this had played in 4DX at Cannes it would’ve won the Palme d’Or. Completely demented. So exciting it had me leaning forward in my seat. Reminded me that movies are the greatest thing in the world.

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    Patrick Willems
    Patrick Willems
    Sep 7, 2026

    Really appreciate when a director fully understands and exploits the cinematic value of horses.

    725 Likes
    Joe A
    Joe A
    Sep 7, 2026

    Movie ended like I ran out of quarters

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    Sep 7, 2026

    Transformers: Fury Road I will defend you with my life

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    jonathan fujii
    jonathan fujii
    May 18, 2026

    On second watch, I’m choosing to implement Rule of Cool ™️ in the sense that so much of action is staged and sequenced so gorgeously that I don’t particularly care that some of the VFX are rough around the edges. A big-budget/R-rated/original action epic in this ecosystem?…

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    Joe A
    Joe A
    May 17, 2026

    Gonzo action cinema at its finest, genre filmmaking of the highest order. You’re either on board or you’re not.

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    May 17, 2026

    Exact numbers have yet to be confirmed, but Na Hong-jin’s “Hope” is reportedly the most expensive movie ever made in Korea, with a rumored budget of ₩50 billion (which only translates to about $33 million USD). Whatever this 160-minute blockbuster actually cost, it was both…

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    davidehrlich
    davidehrlich
    Jul 20, 2026

    There is no conceivable way to describe what I’ve seen. Imagine every sci-fi ever, every genre ever and imagine having zero clue what’s going on. On top of that it abides by GTA ragdoll physics. Perhaps this is the next stage in action evolution. I cannot believe this got…

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    alexcolemann
    alexcolemann
    Sep 3, 2026

    na hong-jin’s talent is undeniable, but watching this, you can feel his desperate ambition to craft a massive spectacle, chasing the global moment bong joon-ho had with parasite. sadly, ambition alone isn't enough, and this ended up being a complete failure. the three-hour…

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Frequently Asked Questions

When does Hope come out in theaters?
September 9, 2026 is the release date.
Is Hope (2026) family-friendly?
The movie has been rated as R, meaning that Under 17 requires an adult accompaniment.
How long is Hope (2026)?
The movie is 2hr 40min long.
What's Hope (2026) about?
A mysterious discovery is made on the outskirts of the remote harbor town. The residents find themselves in a desperate fight for survival against something they have never encountered before.
Who's the cast of Hope (2026)?
  • Hwang Jung-min as Beom Seok
  • Zo In-sung as Sung Ki
  • Hoyeon as Sung Ae
  • Michael Fassbender as Ma’veyyo
  • Alicia Vikander as J’aur
  • Taylor Russell
  • Cameron Britton as Va’migere
  • Eum Moon-suk as Yang Bae
Who's the director behind Hope (2026)?
Na Hong-jin directed Hope (2026).
Who produced Hope (2026)?
Na Hong-jin, Saemi Kim and Saerom Kim produced Hope (2026).
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