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Good News
2025·Movie
·2h 16min·R·
Good News fingerprint
High energy, funny.
Energy
Tense and thrilling
Fast from start to finish.
- Tension8
- Adrenaline7
- Fast Pace7
Heart
Hopeful and nostalgic
- Hopefulness8
- Nostalgia8
- Catharsis7
Humor
Plenty of situational comedy and absurdist humor
- Situational Comedy9
- Absurdist Humor8
- Wit & Wordplay7
World
History, politics, and society
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
- World Immersion8
- Dialogue Centrality8
- Rewatchability7
Craft
Standout performances, direction, and storytelling
- Acting9
- Direction8
- Narrative Structure8
Style
Standout editing
- Editing8
- Cinematography7
- Music Composition6
Energy
HighTense and thrilling
Fast from start to finish.
Good News is tense, thrilling, and fast-paced.
All energy traits
- Tension8Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Adrenaline7High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Scare4Frightening moments and scares.
- Violence3Physical conflict and intensity.
Heart
MediumHopeful and nostalgic
Emotionally, it's hopeful, nostalgic, and cathartic.
All heart traits
- Hopefulness8Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Nostalgia8Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Catharsis7Emotional release and payoff.
- Pathos6Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Wholesome5Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Melancholy4Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Family Dynamics3Relationships and generational ties.
- Wonder3Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Romance2Love stories and emotional connections.
- Coming of Age1Personal growth and self-discovery.
Related traits
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
HighPlenty of situational comedy and absurdist humor
Expect plenty of situational comedy and absurdist humor.
All humor traits
- Situational Comedy9Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Absurdist Humor8Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Wit & Wordplay7Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Satire & Parody7Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Physical Comedy6Slapstick and visual gags.
- Dark Humor6Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Cringe Humor5Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
Related traits
- Eccentricity6Oddball tone and quirks.
- Camp & Irony5Stylized exaggeration and wink.
- Wholesome5Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
World
MediumHistory, politics, and society
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
Its world is built around history, politics, and society. The setting feels lived-in and easy to get lost in.
All world traits
- World Immersion8Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality8Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability7Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity3Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Historical9Period settings and real events.
- Politics9Thought-provoking works exploring political themes.
- Social Commentary8Perspectives on society and norms.
- Mystery6Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
Craft
HighStandout performances, direction, and storytelling
The performances, direction, and storytelling stand out.
All craft traits
- Acting9Performance craft and presence.
- Direction8Vision and command behind the camera.
- Narrative Structure8Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality8Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Intrigue8Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Complexity6Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative1Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
All style traits
- Editing8Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Music Composition6Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization6Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Sound Centrality5Sound design as core element.
- Music Centrality4The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality8Stories driven by conversation.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Camp & Irony5Stylized exaggeration and wink.
Who it's for
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About
The greatest lie (n)ever landed.
When hijackers seize a Japanese flight and demand to fly to Pyongyang, a mysterious mastermind hatches a zany scheme to reroute the plane to Seoul.
Cold War AbsurdismHigh-Stakes Political ComedyHijacking Thriller SatireRetro AestheticWitty DialogueBureaucratic FarceTense yet HumorousHistorical FictionStar-Studded EnsembleZany Scheme Plot
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Questions about Good News
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is Good News worth watching?
84
GreatGoodWatch scoreYes. It's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 85/100 (IMDb 6.6 and Rotten Tomatoes 92%). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Good News rated?
RStrong languageDisturbing imagery
It's rated R in the United States. Content advisories: strong language and disturbing imagery.
How long is Good News?
2 h 16 min
Good News runs 2 h 16 min.
Is Good News based on a true story?
Yes. It's based on real events or a real person's life.
Do critics and audiences agree on Good News?
Critics92
Audiences80
Not quite. Critics rate Good News higher (92) than audiences (80). It may be more rewarding than it is crowd-pleasing.
What language is Good News in?
KoreanJapaneseEnglish
It was made in Korean, with some Japanese, English. Produced in South Korea.
In how many countries can I watch Good News?
131
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+117GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Good News in 131 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.