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The Handmaiden (2016)
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📖 Story
1930s Korea, in the period of Japanese occupation, a new girl, Sook-hee, is hired as a handmaiden to a Japanese heiress, Hideko, who lives a secluded life on a large countryside estate with her domineering Uncle Kouzuki. But the maid has a secret. She is a pickpocket recruited by a swindler posing as a Japanese Count to help him seduce the Lady to steal her fortune.
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Strong recommendationSuspense
EnergyMeasured and gradual
ToneDark and heavy
ExperienceFeeling-led relationship drama
Best suited foremotion-led romance and relationship drama
What to expect from this title?Expect a heavy watch that leans on human conflict and harsh atmosphere more than comfort or easy release.
Heavy in toneConflict carries the weightNot a casual watch
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Best suited for17+
Content levelMature content
GuidanceNot suitable for children
Rating methodOfficial source
ConfidenceHigh
SourceOfficial rating • United States • TMDB
• Tension & suspense• Serious themes• Mature romantic themes
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🧾 Quick take
Viewer insight The Handmaiden is a 2016 film in the Thriller / Drama category from South Korea. Directed by Park Chan-wook. Starring Kim Min-hee and Kim Tae-ri. Runtime: about 145 minutes. Original language: Korean. An official trailer is available on this page. Watch options are shown when available. TMDB rating: 8.2/10.
Genre: Thriller / Drama, Released in 2016, Original language: Korean, Production: South Korea, Runtime: about 145 minutes, Starring Kim Min-hee and Kim Tae-ri.
Runtime
145 min
Original language
Korean
Country of origin
South Korea
Type
Movie
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Cast & crew
Kim Min-hee
Lady Hideko
Kim Tae-ri
Sook-hee
Ha Jung-woo
Count Fujiwara
Cho Jin-woong
Uncle Kouzuki
Kim Hae-sook
Ms. Sasaki
Moon So-ri
Hideko's Aunt
Lee Yong-nyeo
Bok-soon
Kwak Eun-jin
Kkeut-dan
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Lee Dong-hwi
Goo-gai
Jo Eun-hyung
Young Hideko
Rina Takagi
Hideko's Mother
Han Ha-na
Junko
Lee Kyu-jung
Maid 1
Kim See-eun
Maid 2
Director: Park Chan-wook
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1What is movie The Handmaiden (2016)?
It is a movie released in 2016 within the Thriller, Drama, Romance category.
2What is the story of The Handmaiden?
The Handmaiden (2016) is a movie in the Thriller, Drama, Romance category on ShofHub. Explore the story, cast, rating, trailer, and official availability details.
3Can you watch The Handmaiden online?
Yes. The page currently shows official online availability through providers such as FilmBox+.
4What is the rating of The Handmaiden?
It currently holds a TMDB rating of 8.2/10 based on 4,323 ratings.
5What is the runtime of The Handmaiden?
Its runtime is about 145 minutes.
6What kind of viewers is The Handmaiden best suited for?
An emotion-led watch centered on relationships, inner conflict, and moments that land best when you are in the mood for feeling the story.
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