Decision to Leave (2022)
Decision to Leave is streaming in South Korea on Netflix, Watcha, TVING.
The verdict
Decision to Leave is a solid, watchable Korean film that mostly delivers on what it promises. It holds a 7.3/10 on TMDB from 1,624 ratings, well above the typical run of new releases. It runs a manageable 139 minutes. In South Korea you can stream it on Netflix, Watcha, TVING.
Should you spend 2h 19m on it?
2h 19m of Korean thriller with mystery threaded through, not one for younger kids. A little over the usual, so start it earlier than you think.
- Why
- 7.3/10 from 1,624 ratings — well received so far, on a modest sample.
- Skip if
- you want to relax rather than be wound up
- Best for
- A night you can give it your full attention
Story
From a mountain peak in South Korea, a man plummets to his death. Did he jump, or was he pushed? When detective Hae-joon arrives on the scene, he begins to suspect the dead man’s wife Seo-rae. But as he digs deeper into the investigation, he finds himself trapped in a web of deception and desire.
Good to know
| Runtime | 2h 19m |
| Watch with family? | 15 · Older kids & up |
| Genre | Thriller / Mystery |
| Language | Korean |
| Best screen | Stream at home |
Director
Park Chan-wook
Cast
Where to watch in South Korea
Included with a subscription — no extra charge on these platforms.
Availability as of 22 Sept 2026 — platforms may change over time.
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Trailer
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