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Monstrum (2018)

Korean · Action / Horror · 106 min · 15
★ 6.5 Moderate ratings 210 ratings
Released 12 Sept 2018
Page updated 22 Oct 2026
FilmyChill score
Worth a watch

Audiences like it.

Audience★ 6.5 from 210 ratings on TMDB
Liked
CriticsNo settled critics' reception on record
No verdict

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Monstrum is streaming in South Korea on wavve, Watcha.

What the audience says

Monstrum is a dependable Korean film — it does what it sets out to do. It holds a 6.5/10 on TMDB from 210 ratings, right around average territory. It runs a manageable 106 minutes. In South Korea you can stream it on wavve, Watcha.

Should you spend 1h 46m on it?

1h 46m of Korean action, leaning horror, not one for younger kids. Runs about as long as you'd expect, so no scheduling gymnastics needed.

Why
6.5/10 from 210 ratings — well received so far, on a modest sample.
Skip if
you'd rather a story driven by people than by set pieces
Best for
A normal night, nothing to plan around

Story

Ancient Korea, 1506. The tyrannical King Yeonsan-gun of Joseon is overthrown by his half-brother Jung-jong, whose reign begins with a blood bath. Over the years, traitors plot against him, sinking the kingdom into chaos. In 1528, frightened rumors come to royal palace, regarding a mysterious creature, known as Monstrum by the peasants.

Good to know

Runtime1h 46m
Watch with family?15 · Older kids & up
GenreAction / Horror
LanguageKorean
Best screenStream at home

Director

Huh Jong-ho

Cast

Kim Myung-min
Yun-gyeom
Kim In-kwon
Seong-han / Mulgoe (voice)
Lee Hye-ri
Myeong-i
Choi Woo-shik
Choi Woo-shik
Royal Court Officer Heo
Lee Kyung-young
Lee Kyung-young
Sim-un
Park Hee-soon
Park Hee-soon
King Jung-jong

Where to watch in South Korea

wavveWatcha

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

Availability as of 22 Oct 2026 — platforms may change over time.

More: All wavve titles in South Korea

Trailer

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Frequently asked

Is Monstrum worth watching?
FilmyChill Score: Worth a watch — Audiences like it. It rates 6.5/10 on audience ratings. 1h 46m of Korean action, leaning horror, not one for younger kids. Runs about as long as you'd expect, so no scheduling gymnastics needed.
Where can I watch Monstrum?
You can stream Monstrum in South Korea on wavve, Watcha.
When is Monstrum coming to streaming?
Monstrum is already streaming in South Korea on wavve, Watcha.
Is Monstrum family friendly?
Monstrum is rated 15. Fine for older kids with guidance.
What language is Monstrum in?
Monstrum is a Korean film (Action / Horror).
How long is Monstrum?
Monstrum runs 1h 46m (106 minutes).
Who is in the cast of Monstrum?
Monstrum stars Kim Myung-min, Kim In-kwon, Lee Hye-ri and Choi Woo-shik, directed by Huh Jong-ho.
When did Monstrum come out?
Monstrum was released on 12 Sept 2018.
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