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The Berlin File

2013·Movie
2h 0min
55
DecentGoodWatch score
IMDb6.6Metacritic545.8Rotten Tomatoes43%58%
IMDb6.6Metacritic545.8Rotten Tomatoes43%58%

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The Berlin File fingerprint

High energy, strong craft, no humor.

Energy

Thrilling and tense

Fast from start to finish.

  • Adrenaline8
  • Tension8
  • Fast Pace8

Heart

Emotionally reserved

  • Catharsis5
  • Pathos4
  • Melancholy4

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Dark Humor3
  • Wit & Wordplay2
  • Situational Comedy1

World

Everyday modern life, crime, and politics

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

  • World Immersion8
  • Dialogue Centrality7
  • Ambiguity7

Craft

Standout direction and performances

Layered plot that rewards full attention.

  • Direction8
  • Acting8
  • Intrigue8

Style

Standout cinematography and editing

  • Cinematography8
  • Editing8
  • Music Composition7

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About

Trust No One. Suspect Everyone.

When an illicit arms deal goes bad, North Korean spy Pyo Jong-seong finds himself targeted not just by the South Koreans but also his own bosses.
South Korean Espionage ThrillerBetrayal and IntrigueInternational Arms DealHigh-Stakes ActionComplex PlotPolitical ConspiracyGritty RealismStylish Cinematography

Crew

Directed by:
Ryoo Seung-wan, Park Noo-ri
Written by:
Ryoo Seung-wan, Ted Geoghegan
Produced by:
Ryoo Seung-wan, Jeong Tae-sung, Kuk Su-ran
Composed by:
Cho Young-wuk, Kim Chang-sub, Yun Seong-gi

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

Media

Questions about The Berlin File

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Where can I stream The Berlin File legally?

NetflixThe RokuRakuten VikiTubi TV

The Berlin File is included with a subscription to Netflix and Rakuten Viki in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Tubi TV. You can also rent or buy it from Apple TV, Amazon Video, and Apple TV Store. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is The Berlin File worth watching?

55
DecentGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 55/100 (IMDb 6.6, Rotten Tomatoes 43%, and Metacritic 54). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is The Berlin File rated?

Violence

Content advisories: violence.

How long is The Berlin File?

2 h 0 min

The Berlin File runs 2 h 0 min.

Do critics and audiences agree on The Berlin File?

Critics49
Audiences61

Not quite. Audiences rate The Berlin File higher (61) than critics (49). It's more of a crowd-pleaser than a critics' pick.

Was The Berlin File a box office hit?

Budget$9 million
Box office$49 million

Yes, a big one. It cost about $9 million to make and earned $49 million worldwide, 5.4 times its budget.

What language is The Berlin File in?

KoreanGermanEnglish

It was made in Korean, with some German, English. Produced in South Korea.

In how many countries can I watch The Berlin File?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for The Berlin File in 24 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.