Plot — What is The Handmaiden about?
1930s Korea, in the period of Japanese occupation, a new girl, Sook-hee, is hired as a handmaiden to a Japanese heiress, Hideko, who lives a secluded life on a large countryside estate with her domineering Uncle Kouzuki. But the maid has a secret. She is a pickpocket recruited by a swindler posing as a Japanese Count to help him seduce the Lady to steal her fortune.
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Quick Facts
| Type | Movie |
| Released | 2016 |
| Genre | Thriller, Drama, Romance |
| Language | Korean |
| Runtime | 145 min |
| Audience Score | 82% (8.2/10, 4,498 votes) |
The Handmaiden — FAQ
Is The Handmaiden worth watching? The Handmaiden holds a 8.2/10 rating from 4,498 viewers. 1930s Korea, in the period of Japanese occupation, a new girl, Sook-hee, is hired as a handmaiden to a Japanese heiress, Hideko, who lives a secluded life on a large countryside estate with her domineering Uncle Kouzuki.
Who directed The Handmaiden? Directed by Park Chan-wook.
Who is in the cast of The Handmaiden? It stars Kim Min-hee, Kim Tae-ri, Ha Jung-woo, Cho Jin-woong, Kim Hae-sook, Moon So-ri and more.
Where can I stream The Handmaiden? You can stream The Handmaiden on FilmBox+. Availability may vary by region.
When did The Handmaiden release? It released in 2016.
