Top 5 Korean Crime Thriller Movies – If you’re one of those viewers who love suspense, thrills, and mind-blowing stories, then there’s hardly a better option than Korean crime-thriller films. If you want to watch something that will keep you hooked until the very last scene on these cold nights of the new year, then this list is especially for you.
We have selected top-rated Korean films with an IMDb rating of 7.5+ that are available on OTT platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime Video, or Jio Cinema (availability may vary).
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So let’s find out which film should be at the top of your watchlist.
Oldboy (2003)
Where to watch: Amazon Prime Video / Jio Cinema – IMDb Rating: 8.4/10. ‘Oldboy’ is not just a film, but an experience that stays with you long after you’ve watched it. The story is about Oh Dae-su, who is held captive in a room for 15 years without being told the reason. When he is suddenly released, he has only 5 days to find his kidnapper. The climax of this film is still considered one of the most shocking endings in the world.
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Memories of Murder (2003)
Where to watch: Netflix / Prime Video (Rental), IMDb Rating 8.1/10. This film by Oscar-winning director Bong Joon-ho is inspired by true events. In 1980s Korea, a serial killer spreads terror throughout the area. Two police officers struggle against the system, time, and their own limitations in their attempt to catch him. Even though the film is slow-paced, it keeps you hooked until the last frame.
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I Saw the Devil (2010)
Where to watch: Netflix, IMDb Rating: 7.8/10. If you like dark revenge thrillers, then missing this film would be a crime. A secret agent sets out to avenge the brutal murder of his fiancée, but along the way, he himself transforms into a monster.
Warning: This film is extremely violent; viewers with weak hearts should watch with caution.
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The Chaser (2008)
Where to watch: Amazon Prime Video, IMDb Rating: 7.8/10. A former police officer, who now runs a small business, is suddenly troubled when one of his girls goes missing. His investigation leads him to discover that the case is connected to a serial killer.
Time is running out, there’s no room for error, and the suspense is at its peak in every scene.
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Mother (2009)
Where to watch: Amazon Prime Video, IMDb Rating: 7.7/10. How far can a mother go to save her son? When a mentally challenged young man is accused of murder, his mother sets out to find the real killer. This film is a combination of emotion and thrill that shakes both the heart and the mind.