Hope (2026)
Korean · Science Fiction / Mystery · 157 min · 13+
★ 7.4 Early — still settling 79 ratings
▸ Worth a watch
Released 9 Sept 2026
Page updated 2026-09-20
Hope is in cinemas in Indonesia now. Its streaming release date hasn't been announced — this page updates the day it lands on streaming.
The verdict
Hope is a solid, watchable Korean film that mostly delivers on what it promises. It holds a 7.4/10 on TMDB from 79 ratings, well above the typical run of new releases. At 157 minutes it's a long sit, so save it for when you've got the evening. It's in theatres in Indonesia now — best caught on the big screen.
Critics have been largely positive on this one. — distilled from critics' published reviews
Should you spend 2h 37m on it?
2h 37m of Korean science fiction with mystery threaded through. A little over the usual, so start it earlier than you think.
Don't watch this if…
- you want a safe bet — that rating is resting on 79 votes so far
- you want something you can finish quickly — it runs 2h 37m
- Why
- 7.4/10 from 79 ratings — well received so far, on a modest sample.
- Skip if
- you want something set in a world you already know
- Best for
- A night you can give it your full attention
Story
In the remote South Korean village of Hope Harbor, police chief Bum-seok and officer Sung-ae are called to investigate a mysterious creature wreaking havoc on the community. But all is not as it seems, and perceptions can be misleading. What begins as ignorance plants the seed of disaster, escalating through human conflict into a tragedy of cosmic proportions.
Good to know
| Runtime | 2h 37m — long |
| Watch with family? | 13+ · Older kids & up |
| Genre | Science Fiction / Mystery |
| Language | Korean |
| Best screen | Theatre / big screen |
Director
Na Hong-jin
Cast

Hwang Jung-min
Go Bum-seok

Zo In-sung
Go Sung-ki

Hoyeon
Lim Sung-ae

Lee Sang-hee
Nak-yeon

Alicia Vikander
J'aur

Michael Fassbender
Ma'veyyo
When is Hope coming to streaming?
Not streaming yet — Hope is in its theatrical run in Indonesia, released 2026-09-09. Korean releases typically reach streaming about 5–9 weeks after opening, which would put it somewhere around October 2026 and November 2026.
That's the usual pattern, not a confirmed date — no platform has announced one. We re-check every day and this page updates the moment it lands.
Where to watch in Indonesia
In theatres
Availability as of 2026-09-20 — platforms may change over time.
Trailer
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Frequently asked
Is Hope worth watching?
Worth a watch. It rates 7.4/10 on audience ratings. Critics have been largely positive on this one. 2h 37m of Korean science fiction with mystery threaded through. A little over the usual, so start it earlier than you think.
Where can I watch Hope?
Hope is currently playing in theatres across Indonesia. A streaming release hasn't been announced yet.
When is Hope coming to streaming?
A streaming release date for Hope hasn't been officially announced yet. Korean releases typically reach streaming about 5–9 weeks after their theatrical run, which would put it around October 2026 and November 2026 — that's a pattern, not a confirmed date. This page updates automatically the day it starts streaming.
Is Hope family friendly?
Hope is rated 13+. Fine for older kids with guidance.
What language is Hope in?
Hope is a Korean film (Science Fiction / Mystery).
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