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A Hard Day

2014·Movie
1h 51min·PG-13
76
GreatGoodWatch score
IMDb7.2Metacritic767.4Rotten Tomatoes82%77%
IMDb7.2Metacritic767.4Rotten Tomatoes82%77%

A Hard Day fingerprint

Relentless energy, strong craft, light on feelings.

Energy

Pulse-pounding and nerve-racking

Fast from start to finish.

  • Adrenaline9
  • Tension9
  • Fast Pace9

Heart

Emotionally reserved

  • Catharsis4
  • Pathos3
  • Melancholy3

Humor

Some dark humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Dark Humor5
  • Wit & Wordplay3
  • Physical Comedy2

World

Crime, everyday modern life, and mystery

  • World Immersion7
  • Rewatchability7
  • Novelty7

Craft

Standout direction and storytelling

  • Intrigue9
  • Direction8
  • Narrative Structure8

Style

Standout editing

  • Editing9
  • Cinematography7
  • Music Composition7

Who it's for

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About

The war for a dirty secret.

After trying to cover up a car accident that left a man dead, a crooked homicide detective is stalked by a mysterious man claiming to have witnessed the event.
Twisty Crime ThrillerTense Cat-and-MouseMorally Grey ProtagonistFast-Paced ActionDark HumorPsychological SuspenseKorean CinemaUnexpected Twists

Crew

Directed by:
Kim Seong-hun
Written by:
Kim Seong-hun, Chang Hang-jun, Lee Hae-jun
Produced by:
Billy Acumen, You Jeong-hun, Cha Ji-hyun
Composed by:
Mok Yeong-jin, Kim Mi-mi, Jung Jin-wook

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

Media

Questions about A Hard Day

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream A Hard Day legally?

KanopyHooplaKino Film Collection

A Hard Day is included with a subscription to Kino Film Collection in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Kanopy and Hoopla. You can also rent or buy it from Apple TV, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, and Google Play Movies. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is A Hard Day worth watching?

76
GreatGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 76/100 (IMDb 7.2, Rotten Tomatoes 82%, and Metacritic 76). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is A Hard Day rated?

PG-13ViolenceStrong language

It's rated PG-13 in the United States. Content advisories: violence and strong language.

How long is A Hard Day?

1 h 51 min

A Hard Day runs 1 h 51 min.

Do critics and audiences agree on A Hard Day?

Critics79
Audiences74

Yes. Critics average 79 and audiences 74 out of 100, so both groups see A Hard Day much the same way.

What language is A Hard Day in?

Korean

It was made in Korean. Produced in South Korea.

In how many countries can I watch A Hard Day?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for A Hard Day in 47 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does A Hard Day use?

No-Holds-Barred BeatdownMan Bites ManThe "Fun" in "Funeral"Affably EvilGenre ShiftBlack-and-Gray MoralityChekhov's GunThe RevealDisposing of a BodyDrama-Preserving HandicapLocked in the BathroomCringe Comedyand 7 more

TV Tropes lists 19 storytelling tropes for A Hard Day, including No-Holds-Barred Beatdown, Man Bites Man, The "Fun" in "Funeral".