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I, the Executioner

2024·Movie
1h 58min
IMDb6.3Metacritic–5.8Rotten Tomatoes100%73%

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I, the Executioner fingerprint

High energy, strong craft, emotionally cool.

Energy

Nerve-racking and fast-paced

Fast from start to finish.

  • Tension9
  • Fast Pace8
  • Adrenaline7

Heart

Emotionally reserved

  • Catharsis6
  • Pathos4
  • Hopefulness4

Humor

Some sharp wit

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay5
  • Dark Humor4
  • Physical Comedy3

World

Everyday modern life, crime, and mystery

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

  • World Immersion8
  • Dialogue Centrality7
  • Rewatchability6

Craft

Standout direction, performances, and storytelling

  • Intrigue9
  • Direction8
  • Acting8

Style

Standout editing

  • Editing8
  • Cinematography7
  • Music Composition7

Who it's for

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About

Don't cross the line.

The veteran detective Seo Do-cheol and his team at Major Crimes, relentless in their pursuit of criminals, join forces with rookie cop Park Sun-woo to track down a serial killer who has plunged the nation into turmoil.
Korean Crime ThrillerDetective ProceduralSerial Killer HuntHigh-Octane ActionIntense SuspenseGritty Urban SettingCharacter-DrivenPolice DramaFast-Paced

Crew

Directed by:
Ryoo Seung-wan, Lee Seok-sool
Written by:
Ryoo Seung-wan, Ryoo Seung-wan, Lee Won-jae
Produced by:
Miky Lee, Ryoo Seung-wan, Jerry Kyoungboum Ko
Composed by:
Chang Ki-ha, Chang Ki-ha, Kim Chang-sub

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Questions about I, the Executioner

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Where can I stream I, the Executioner legally?

PrimeFandango at Home FreeRakuten VikiXumo PlayTubi TV

I, the Executioner is included with a subscription to Amazon Prime Video, Rakuten Viki, and Amazon Prime Video with Ads in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Fandango at Home Free, Xumo Play, and Tubi TV. 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 I, the Executioner worth watching?

82
GreatGoodWatch score

Yes. It's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 83/100 (IMDb 6.3 and Rotten Tomatoes 100%). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is I, the Executioner rated?

ViolenceStrong language

Content advisories: violence and strong language.

How long is I, the Executioner?

1 h 58 min

I, the Executioner runs 1 h 58 min.

Do critics and audiences agree on I, the Executioner?

Critics100
Audiences65

Not quite. Critics rate I, the Executioner higher (100) than audiences (65). It may be more rewarding than it is crowd-pleasing.

What language is I, the Executioner in?

Korean

It was made in Korean. Produced in South Korea.

In how many countries can I watch I, the Executioner?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for I, the Executioner in 25 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.