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The Night Owl

2022·Movie
1h 58min
74
GoodGoodWatch score
IMDb6.8Rotten Tomatoes–83%
IMDb6.8Rotten Tomatoes–83%

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High energy, strong craft, no humor.

Energy

Nerve-racking

  • Tension9
  • Adrenaline6
  • Spectacle6

Heart

Moving

  • Pathos7
  • Melancholy6
  • Family Dynamics6

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay4
  • Situational Comedy0
  • Physical Comedy0

World

History, mystery, and politics

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

  • World Immersion9
  • Dialogue Centrality7
  • Novelty7

Craft

Standout performances, direction, and storytelling

  • Acting9
  • Intrigue9
  • Direction8

Style

Standout cinematography

  • Cinematography8
  • Editing7
  • Music Composition7

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About

The crown prince is dead. The only witness is a blind man.

Korea, 1645 - Joseon Dynasty: a partially blind and gifted acupuncturist, Gyeong-su, is invited to work alongside the royal physician in the palace of King Injo, just before the crown prince Sohyeon returns after having been held captive by the Qing Dynasty. Prince Sohyeon and his father begin to differ in opinion on the future direction of their dynasty, leading King Injo to suffer from severe anxiety and paranoia. One night, Gyeong-su witnesses prince Sohyeon's death. Disbelieved as a witness on account of his blindness, Gyeong-su must struggle to reveal the truth while not falling prey to the power-hungry conspirators of the palace.
Korean Historical ThrillerCourt IntrigueSuspenseful MysteryPsychological DramaPeriod CrimeVisually AtmosphericTense & GrippingPolitical ConspiracyUnique Protagonist

Crew

Directed by:
An Tae-jin, Moon Dae-young
Written by:
An Tae-jin, Hyun Gyu-ri, Bang Soo-in
Produced by:
Kim Woo-taek, Lee Gang-jin, Baek Chang-ju
Composed by:
Hwang Sang-jun, Park Yong-ki, Chang Chul-ho

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Where can I stream The Night Owl legally?

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Is The Night Owl worth watching?

74
GoodGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 75/100 (IMDb 6.8). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is The Night Owl rated?

ViolenceDisturbing imagery

Content advisories: violence and disturbing imagery.

How long is The Night Owl?

1 h 58 min

The Night Owl runs 1 h 58 min.

What language is The Night Owl in?

Korean

It was made in Korean. Produced in South Korea.

In how many countries can I watch The Night Owl?

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