The Villainess (2017)
The Villainess is streaming in the Philippines on Viu.
The verdict
The Villainess is a dependable Korean film — it does what it sets out to do. It holds a 6.9/10 on TMDB from 794 ratings, right around average territory. It runs a manageable 129 minutes. In the Philippines you can stream it on Viu.
Should you spend 2h 9m on it?
2h 9m of Korean action with a thriller streak. Standard length — a normal evening's watch, nothing to plan around.
- Why
- 6.9/10 from 794 ratings — well received so far, on a modest sample.
- Skip if
- you want a slower, character-led story
- Best for
- An ordinary evening in
Story
Honed from childhood into a merciless killing machine by a criminal organization, assassin Sook-hee is recruited with the promise of freedom after ten years of service. However, secrets from her past destroy everything she’s worked for and now she embarks on a roaring rampage of revenge.
Good to know
| Runtime | 2h 9m |
| Genre | Action / Thriller |
| Language | Korean |
| Best screen | Stream at home |
Director
Jung Byung-gil
Cast
Where to watch in the Philippines
Included with a subscription — no extra charge on these platforms.
Availability as of Sep 24, 2026 — platforms may change over time.
Trailer
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