The Square
Released in January 2026. The Square is a animation/drama film. directed by Kim Bo-sol. At just 74 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Jeon Woon-jong, Lee Chan-yong, and Lee Ga-young
Synopsis
Isak Borg is the first secretary of Swedish Embassy in Pyongyang. Even though he's a diplomat, he is secretly dating Bok-joo, a local traffic officer. One day, after a shady man was seen at their secret meeting spot, Bok-joo goes missing. With his departure date approaching, Borg searches for Bok-joo and begins to get suspicious of his interpreter, Lee Myeong-jun.
Quick Facts
Release Date
January 15, 2026
Just released
Runtime
1h 14m
74 minutes total
Language
Korean
Original language
Country
South Korea
Production
Director
Top Cast
Jeon Woon-jong
as Lee Myeong-jun (voice)
Lee Chan-yong
as Isak Borg (voice)
Lee Ga-young
as Seo Bok-joo (voice)
Lee Yoo-jun
as Jin-cheol (voice)
Seo Won-seok
as Granberg (voice)
Nam Kee-ae
as Grandmother (voice)
Song Cheol-ho
as Quarter Guard (voice)
Kim Pyung-jo
as Market Security Officer (voice)
Lee Bo-hee
as Market Vendor (voice)
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- KO
Production Companies
- Korean Academy of Film Arts
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Square about?
Isak Borg is the first secretary of Swedish Embassy in Pyongyang. Even though he's a diplomat, he is secretly dating Bok-joo, a local traffic officer. One day, after a shady man was seen at their s...
Who directed The Square?
The Square was directed by Kim Bo-sol.
How long is The Square?
The Square has a runtime of 1 hours and 14 minutes (74 minutes total).
When was The Square released?
The Square was released on January 15, 2026 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Square?
The main cast of The Square includes Jeon Woon-jong, Lee Chan-yong, Lee Ga-young, Lee Yoo-jun, Seo Won-seok.