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12.12: The Day

2023·Movie
2h 22min
IMDb7.5Rotten Tomatoes–64%

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12.12: The Day fingerprint

Masterful craft, high energy, emotionally cool.

Energy

Nerve-racking and thrilling

Fast from start to finish.

  • Tension9
  • Adrenaline8
  • Spectacle8

Heart

Moving

  • Pathos7
  • Melancholy6
  • Catharsis5

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay4
  • Situational Comedy0
  • Physical Comedy0

World

History, politics, and war

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

  • World Immersion9
  • Dialogue Centrality8
  • Rewatchability7

Craft

Standout direction, performances, and storytelling

Layered plot that rewards full attention.

  • Direction10
  • Acting10
  • Narrative Structure9

Style

Standout cinematography, editing, and score

  • Cinematography9
  • Editing9
  • Music Composition8

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About

The worst historical day in Korean democracy.

After the assassination of President Park, martial law has been declared. A coup d'état bursts out by Defense Security Commander Chun Doo-gwang and a private band of officers following him. Capital Defense Commander Lee Tae-shin, an obstinate soldier who believes the military should not take political actions, fights against Chun Doo-gwang to stop him. The conflict between the two grows while military leaders are holding their decision and Defense Minister is gone. In the midst of chaos, the spring of Seoul that everyone longed for heads to unexpected direction.
Historical Political ThrillerMilitary Coup DramaHigh-Stakes ConflictIntense PerformancesKorean HistoryPower StruggleBleak OutlookReal-Life EventsGripping NarrativeStrategic Maneuvering

Crew

Directed by:
Kim Sung-soo, Kim Min-beom
Written by:
Kim Sung-soo, Lee Young-jong, Lee Ji-min
Produced by:
William Kim, Kim Jin-woo, Lee Jae-woo
Composed by:
Choi Tae-young, Cho Min-ho, Lee Jae-jin

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

Media

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Where can I stream 12.12: The Day legally?

PrimePeacockThe RokuKanopyHooplaRakuten VikiPlexOnDemandKorea

12.12: The Day is included with a subscription to Amazon Prime Video, Peacock, Rakuten Viki, and Amazon Prime Video with Ads in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Kanopy, Hoopla, and Plex. You can also rent or buy it from Apple TV, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, and YouTube. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is 12.12: The Day worth watching?

71
GoodGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 72/100 (IMDb 7.5). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is 12.12: The Day rated?

ViolenceStrong languageDisturbing imagery

Content advisories: violence, strong language, and disturbing imagery.

How long is 12.12: The Day?

2 h 22 min

12.12: The Day runs 2 h 22 min.

Is 12.12: The Day based on a true story?

Yes. It's based on real events or a real person's life.

What language is 12.12: The Day in?

Korean

It was made in Korean. Produced in South Korea.

In how many countries can I watch 12.12: The Day?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for 12.12: The Day in 42 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.