Hope (2026)
Hope releases in India on 25 Sept 2026. An OTT release date will be listed here as soon as it's announced.
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 85 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 releases on 25 Sept 2026; mark your calendar if it's on your list.
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, adults only. 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 85 votes so far
- you want something you can finish quickly — it runs 2h 37m
- you're watching with family — it's certified A
- Why
- 7.4/10 from 85 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 when you don't need it to be for everyone
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? | A · Adults only |
| Genre | Science Fiction / Mystery |
| Language | Korean |
| Best screen | Theatre / big screen |
Director
Na Hong-jin
Cast
When is Hope coming to OTT?
Hope hasn't had its theatrical release yet, and is due 25 Sept 2026. An OTT release date won't be set until after it opens — this page updates automatically the day it starts streaming.
Where to watch in India
Availability as of 23 Sept 2026 — platforms may change over time.
Trailer
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