Korean Cinema of the 2000s
EditorialSteffen20 titles08/24/2026
A Jinjja selection of films from the heyday of New Korean Cinema. Only released titles from our Korean catalog are included; the order follows their current popularity in the catalog, so this isn't an all-time best list. The clearly stated rule is what matters: movies · 2000–2009. Availability can …
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Oldboy올드보이
What it's aboutBusinessman Oh Dae-su (Choi Min-sik) is kidnapped and locked in a windowless room. For 15 years, he has no idea who’s holding him or why. Then he’s suddenly released, and he wants only one thing: to find his tormentor and get answers. Directed by Park Chan-wook, based on a Japanese manga, starring Yoo Ji-tae and Kang Hye-jung.
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Memories of Murder살인의 추억
What it's aboutOctober 1986, a small town in the countryside: Two women are found raped and murdered. Local detective Park Doo-man (Song Kang-ho) relies on harsh interrogations and forced confessions, while Seo Tae-yoon (Kim Sang-kyung), sent from Seoul, relies on files and forensic evidence. Directed by Bong Joon-ho, based on a play by Kim Kwang-lim and inspired by the real Hwaseong serial murders.
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Ninja Assassin
Ninja Assassin ranks at No. 3 because, according to the established criteria, it is a particularly clear fit for the selection “Korean Cinema of the 2000s.” Its 2009 release year places it in the right period. A currently known German streaming option makes it easy to start watching right away.
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A Tale of Two Sisters
A Tale of Two Sisters ranks at No. 4 because, according to the established criteria, it is a particularly clear fit for the selection “Korean Cinema of the 2000s.” Its 2003 release year places it in the right period. A currently known German streaming option makes it easy to start watching right away.
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The Host
The Host ranks at No. 5 because, according to the established criteria, it is a particularly clear fit for the selection “Korean Cinema of the 2000s.” Its 2006 release year places it in the right period. A currently known German streaming option makes it easy to start watching right away.
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The Intimate
The Intimate ranks at No. 6 because, according to the established criteria, it is a particularly clear fit for the selection “Korean Cinema of the 2000s.” Its 2005 release year places it in the right period. A legal streaming option is known, but it is not currently listed as available in Germany.
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A Frozen Flower
Blood & Flowers - The King’s Guardian ranks at No. 7 because, according to the established criteria, it is a particularly clear fit for the selection “Korean Cinema of the 2000s.” Its 2008 release year places it in the right period. A currently known German streaming option makes it easy to start watching right away.
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Sex Is Zero
Sex Is Zero - American Pie Has Nothing on It... ranks at No. 8 because, according to the established criteria, it is a particularly clear fit for the selection “Korean Cinema of the 2000s.” Its 2002 release year places it in the right period. A currently known German streaming option makes it easy to start watching right away.
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The Chaser
The Chaser ranks at No. 9 because, according to the established criteria, it is a particularly clear fit for the selection “Korean Cinema of the 2000s.” Its 2008 release year places it in the right period. A currently known German streaming option makes it easy to start watching right away.
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Lady Vengeance
Lady Vengeance ranks at No. 10 because, according to the established criteria, it is a particularly clear fit for the selection “Korean Cinema of the 2000s.” Its 2005 release year places it in the right period. A currently known German streaming option makes it easy to start watching right away.
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Mother
Mother ranks at No. 11 because, according to the established criteria, it is a particularly clear fit for the selection “Korean Cinema of the 2000s.” Its 2009 release year places it in the right period. A currently known German streaming option makes it easy to start watching right away.
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Sympathy for Mr. Vengeance
Sympathy for Mr. Vengeance ranks at No. 12 because, according to the established criteria, it is a particularly clear fit for the selection “Korean Cinema of the 2000s.” Its 2002 release year places it in the right period. A currently known German streaming option makes it easy to start watching right away.
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A Tale of Legendary Libido
A Tale Of A Legendary Libido ranks at No. 13 because, according to the established criteria, it is a particularly clear fit for the selection “Korean Cinema of the 2000s.” Its 2008 release year places it in the right period. A legal streaming option is known, but it is not currently listed as available in Germany.
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A Dirty Carnival
The City of Violence ranks at No. 14 because, according to the established criteria, it is a particularly clear fit for the selection “Korean Cinema of the 2000s.” Its 2006 release year places it in the right period. A currently known German streaming option makes it easy to start watching right away.
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Happy Fish - Hai-Alarm und frische Fische
Happy Fish ranks at No. 15 because, according to the established criteria, it is a particularly clear fit for the selection “Korean Cinema of the 2000s.” Its 2006 release year places it in the right period. A legal streaming option is known, but it is not currently listed as available in Germany.
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Joint Security Area
Joint Security Area ranks at No. 16 because, according to the established criteria, it is a particularly clear fit for the selection “Korean Cinema of the 2000s.” Its 2000 release year places it in the right period. A currently known German streaming option makes it easy to start watching right away.
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Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter... and Spring
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter... and Spring ranks at No. 17 because, according to the established criteria, it is a particularly clear fit for the selection “Korean Cinema of the 2000s.” Its 2003 release year places it in the right period. A legal streaming option is known, but it is not currently listed as available in Germany.
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Tae Guk Gi: The Brotherhood of War
Brotherhood ranks at No. 18 because, according to the established criteria, it is a particularly clear fit for the selection “Korean Cinema of the 2000s.” Its 2004 release year places it in the right period. A legal streaming option is known, but it is not currently listed as available in Germany.
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Dragon Wars: D-War
Dragon Wars ranks at No. 19 because, according to the established criteria, it is a particularly clear fit for the selection “Korean Cinema of the 2000s.” Its 2007 release year places it in the right period. A currently known German streaming option makes it easy to start watching right away.
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3-Iron
3-Iron ranks at No. 20 because, according to the established criteria, it is a particularly clear fit for the selection “Korean Cinema of the 2000s.” Its 2004 release year places it in the right period. A legal streaming option is known, but it is not currently listed as available in Germany.
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