The Man from Nowhere (2010)
▸ Must watch
The Man from Nowhere is streaming in South Korea on Netflix, TVING.
The verdict
The Man from Nowhere lands among the stronger Korean films on offer right now. It carries a 7.7/10 on TMDB across 1,561 ratings — comfortably clear of the pack. It clocks in at a standard 119 minutes. In South Korea you can stream it on Netflix, TVING.
Should you spend 1h 59m on it?
1h 59m of Korean action with thriller threaded through. Standard length — a normal evening's watch, nothing to plan around.
- Why
- It rates 7.7/10 on 1,561 ratings so far — a strong early showing.
- Skip if
- you want a slower, character-led story
- Best for
- An ordinary evening in
Story
A reclusive pawnshop owner goes on a brutal rampage to rescue a young girl kidnapped by a criminal organization.
Good to know
| Runtime | 1h 59m |
| Watch with family? | 19 · Adults only |
| Genre | Action / Thriller |
| Language | Korean |
| Best screen | Stream at home |
Director
Lee Jeong-beom
Cast
Won Bin
Cha Tae-sik
Kim Sae-ron
Jeong So-mi
Kim Tae-hun
Kim Chi-gon
Kim Hie-won
Man-seok
Kim Seung-oh
Jong-seok
Lee Jong-pil
Detective No
Where to watch in South Korea
NetflixTVING
Included with a subscription — no extra charge on these platforms.
Rent or buy
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Availability as of 2026-09-21 — platforms may change over time.
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Frequently asked
Is The Man from Nowhere worth watching?
Must watch. It rates 7.7/10 on audience ratings. 1h 59m of Korean action with thriller threaded through. Standard length — a normal evening's watch, nothing to plan around.
Where can I watch The Man from Nowhere?
You can stream The Man from Nowhere in South Korea on Netflix, TVING.
When is The Man from Nowhere coming to streaming?
The Man from Nowhere is already streaming in South Korea on Netflix, TVING.
Is The Man from Nowhere family friendly?
The Man from Nowhere is rated 19 — aimed at adult audiences.
What language is The Man from Nowhere in?
The Man from Nowhere is a Korean film (Action / Thriller).