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Movie Info

TMDB Rating: ⭐ 7.8 (295 votes)
Release Date: September 24, 2025
Runtime: 139 minutes
Genres:
Thriller Crime Comedy
Budget: $12,200,000
Revenue: $20,072,255
Original Language: Korean
Status: Released
Spoken Languages:
Critic Scores
Ratings from trusted sources
πŸ…
98%
Tomatometer
87
87/100
Metacritic
⭐
7.6/10
IMDb
40,814 votes

No Other Choice

2025

Also known as: πŸ‡«πŸ‡· FR: Aucun Autre Choix See all alternative titles →

Synopsis

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Parental Guide — Suitable for 13+

13+

Content guidance for parents

Category Level Indicator
Violence 3/5
Sexual Content 2/5
Language 2/5
Drugs / Alcohol 1/5
Frightening Elements 2/5
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Connections with other movies

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Box Office

Budget: $12,200,000
Revenue: $20,072,255
Profit $7,872,255
ROI +64.5% (1.6x)

No Other Choice is directed by Park Chan-wook .

Crew & Production

Keywords

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Trivia & Fun Facts about No Other Choice

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  • The film was shot on location in a decommissioned paper mill, which added authenticity to the production and allowed the cast to experience the environment their characters would inhabit.

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  • Lee Byung-hun performed many of his own stunts, particularly in the film's intense action sequences, showcasing his commitment to the role and the realism of the character's descent into violence.

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  • The soundtrack features a mix of traditional Korean instruments and modern electronic music, symbolizing the clash of old values and contemporary struggles faced by the protagonist.

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  • Son Ye-jin's character includes a subtle homage to a famous Korean folklore figure, representing the duality of victim and warrior in the face of societal pressures.

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  • Park Chan-wook's direction in this film draws thematic parallels to his earlier work, particularly 'Oldboy', as both movies explore revenge and the psychological impact of societal rejection.

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  • The film's cinematography employs a unique color palette that shifts from dull grays to vibrant colors as the protagonist's journey evolves, symbolizing his transformation throughout the narrative.

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  • The film was shot on location in a real paper mill, which added to the authenticity of the setting and the protagonist's struggles with the industry.

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  • Lee Byung-hun underwent extensive training in physical combat to convincingly portray the character's descent into violence, which is a significant theme in the film.

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  • In one scene, a character is seen reading a newspaper featuring a headline about job loss, a subtle nod to the film's central theme of economic despair.

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  • During a pivotal sequence, a background character can be seen wearing a shirt with a logo from Park Chan-wook's earlier film 'Oldboy', creating a visual link between the two works.

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  • The film's soundtrack features a blend of traditional Korean instruments and modern electronic music, reflecting the clash between old and new societal values.

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  • In one scene, a character's watch changes positions between shots, indicating a continuity error that went unnoticed during filming.

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