Shiri
"No clues. No leads. No time."
Originally released in 1999. Shiri is a action/adventure film. directed by Kang Je-kyu. With a runtime of 2h 5m, it's an epic theatrical experience.
Starring Han Suk-kyu, Choi Min-sik, and Yunjin Kim
Synopsis
North Korea's 8th Special Forces hijack a shipment of CTX, a potent new liquid explosive, and threatens South Korea as part of a plot to re-unify the two countries. Ryu and Lee, special agents of O.P., South Korea's secret intelligence service, attempt to track down the terrorists and find the CTX. Meanwhile Hee, the 8th's ultra-bad female sniper, resurfaces to wreak havoc and haunt Ryu.
Quick Facts
Release Date
February 13, 1999
26 years ago
Runtime
2h 5m
125 minutes total
User Rating
6.4/10
Good (179 votes)
Budget
$8.5M
Production budget
Language
Korean
Original language
Country
South Korea
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- KO
- Budget
- $8,500,000
Production Companies
- Samsung Entertainment
- Kang Je-gyu Films
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Shiri about?
North Korea's 8th Special Forces hijack a shipment of CTX, a potent new liquid explosive, and threatens South Korea as part of a plot to re-unify the two countries. Ryu and Lee, special agents of O...
Who directed Shiri?
Shiri was directed by Kang Je-kyu.
How long is Shiri?
Shiri has a runtime of 2 hours and 5 minutes (125 minutes total).
When was Shiri released?
Shiri was released on February 13, 1999 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Shiri?
The main cast of Shiri includes Han Suk-kyu, Choi Min-sik, Yunjin Kim, Song Kang-ho, Yoon Joo-Sang.
Is Shiri worth watching?
Shiri has a user rating of 6.4/10 based on 179 reviews, indicating good reception from audiences.