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Ashfall (2019)

Korean · Action / Adventure · 128 min · 12
★ 6.9 Solid 654 ratings
▸ Worth a watch
Released 19 Dec 2019
Page updated 24 Sept 2026

Ashfall is streaming in South Korea on Netflix, Watcha, TVING.

The verdict

Ashfall earns its keep as a steady Korean film that knows its audience. It carries a 6.9/10 on TMDB across 654 ratings — squarely mid-table. It clocks in at a standard 128 minutes. In South Korea you can stream it on Netflix, Watcha, TVING.

Should you spend 2h 8m on it?

2h 8m of Korean action, leaning adventure, not one for younger kids. Runs about as long as you'd expect, so no scheduling gymnastics needed.

Why
6.9/10 from 654 ratings — well received so far, on a modest sample.
Skip if
you'd rather the plot moved on people than on set pieces
Best for
A normal night, nothing to plan around

Story

A group of unlikely heroes from across the Korean peninsula try to save the day after a volcano erupts on the mythical and majestic Baekdu Mountain.

Good to know

Runtime2h 8m
Watch with family?12 · Older kids & up
GenreAction / Adventure
LanguageKorean
Best screenStream at home

Director

Kim Byung-seo

Cast

Lee Byung-hun
Lee Byung-hun
Lee Jun-pyeong
Ha Jung-woo
Ha Jung-woo
Jo In-chang
Don Lee
Don Lee
Kang Bong-rae
Jeon Hye-jin
Jeon Hye-jin
Jeon Yu-gyeong
Suzy
Suzy
Seo Ji-young
Lee Kyung-young
Lee Kyung-young
General Choi

Where to watch in South Korea

NetflixWatchaTVING

Included with a subscription — no extra charge on these platforms.

Rent or buy
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Availability as of 24 Sept 2026 — platforms may change over time.

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Frequently asked

Is Ashfall worth watching?
Worth a watch. It rates 6.9/10 on audience ratings. 2h 8m of Korean action, leaning adventure, not one for younger kids. Runs about as long as you'd expect, so no scheduling gymnastics needed.
Where can I watch Ashfall?
You can stream Ashfall in South Korea on Netflix, Watcha, TVING.
When is Ashfall coming to streaming?
Ashfall is already streaming in South Korea on Netflix, Watcha, TVING.
Is Ashfall family friendly?
Ashfall is rated 12. Fine for older kids with guidance.
What language is Ashfall in?
Ashfall is a Korean film (Action / Adventure).
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