Get ready for the next big thing in Korean cinema: the chilling Korean horror movie, “Ghost Train” (2025)! In this digital age, where likes and subscribers are the ultimate currency, how far would you go for a viral story? Well, in the upcoming movie, the stakes are higher than ever. Explore the details of “Ghost Train,” including cast lineup, characters, fun facts, reasons to watch, and premiere date below.
“Ghost Train” Korean Movie (2025)
The thrilling Korean movie “Ghost Train” (2025), also known as “The Grotesque Train” (“괴기열차”), is set for this July premiere! The movie is a gripping new collaboration between the legendary director Tak Se-woong, known for the horror mystery film “Devil in the Lake,” and the creative genius Jo Ba-reun, the man behind the horror mystery thriller “Ghost Mansion” (“괴기맨숀”). Produced by DMIX STUDIO and M.A.P. (making A print), this movie is sure to keep you on the edge of your seat from beginning to end.
Gripping Storyline
Da-kyung is a YouTuber who loves sharing horror stories. When her channel’s subscribers are decreasing, she’s desperate to find something new to create a viral hit. So, she teams up with Woo-jin, a producer and content creator, to investigate a terrifying rumor that’s spreading like wildfire.
Their investigation leads them to the mysterious Gwangrim Station, where they meet the stationmaster. He shares the station’s dark secrets, including strange and unsettling incidents that have happened at the station.
As Da-kyung begins documenting these supernatural events, her videos go viral, fueling her obsession with the station’s dark secrets. Seeing her dangerous obsession, the stationmaster makes a terrifying suggestion: for the best content, Da-kyung must board the ghost train herself and face the horrors firsthand.
Accepting the challenge, she turns on her camera for a horror investigation livestream, determined to capture the ultimate proof for her audience. And guess what? As the train doors close, she discovers the rumor is not just true—it’s a terrifying nightmare with no escape!
“Ghost Train” Cast and Characters
Meet the cast and characters of the thrilling movie “Ghost Train”!
Main Cast
Joo Hyun-young as Da-kyung
Da-kyung is the protagonist in the story. Dubbed as ‘horror queen,’ Da-kyung is a YouTube horror storyteller who loves hunting down creepy myths and haunted stories for her channel. As her viewership declined, she is determined to revive her channel.
Jeon Bae-soo as the Station Manager
The manager of Gwangrim Station is an enigmatic gatekeeper to the station’s secrets, acting as both a guide and a warning. He seems to know more than he lets on, giving off a naturally creepy aura.
Choi Bo-min as Woo-jin
Woo-jin is a producer and a content creator who teams up with Da-kyung for her ambitious project. He’s got a youthful energy and brings a nice balance of humor and emotional depth to the story.
Supporting Cast
- Kim Woo-kyum as Han-ryang.
- Kim Ji-in as Hye-jin, a convenience store employee.
- Han Dong-hee as Ye-ri, train passenger.
- Lee A Yul as a company staff.
- Kim Do-geon
- Choi Tae-hwan
- Ryu Sung-rok
- Kim Gyeong-rok
- Kang Rae-yeon
Fun Facts
- The 2024 Busan International Film Festival screened “Ghost Train” under the Midnight Passion section.
- Choi Bo-min, who plays Woo-jin in “Ghost Train,” won the Potential Award for Film at the 2024 Asia Artist Awards for his performance.
- “Ghost Train” marks Joo Hyun-young’s debut on the big screen. Following this thriller, she will also appear in the movies “Go-To Restaurant” and “Pretty Crazy” this year.
- Get ready for an exciting reunion! The upcoming film reunites Joo Hyun-young and Jeon Bae-soo, the beloved duo from the hit series “Extraordinary Attorney Woo.” Since the upcoming movie has a distinct genre, we all can anticipate their electric chemistry in this chilling horror film.
- “Ghost Train” is the second installment of the “괴기” (Goegi) series by writer Jo Ba-reun. The first film is “Ghost Mansion” (“The Grotesque Mansion” / “괴기맨숀”). In “Ghost Mansion,” Jo Ba-reun wrote the story and directed the film. Takes place in Gwanglim Mansion, “Ghost Mansion” tells the story of Jung Ji Jiwoo, a horror webtoon writer, who investigates a shabby apartment called Gwanglim Mansion, hoping to find inspiration. The middle-aged manager, whose expression is unreadable, shares tales of strange events in rooms 504 and 708. As Jiwoo listens, he becomes increasingly drawn to the mansion.
- “Ghost Mansion” and “Ghost Train” employ the same frame story. Both films follow a protagonist who investigates a haunted location and uncovers a series of short, terrifying tales connected to it.
Reasons to Watch
Relevant Horror for the Digital Age
In today’s modern digital world, many YouTubers are determined to gain popularity and income through viral content. As they risk everything for views, it is a fresh and relatable approach. After “Streaming,” this 94-minute thriller will take you on an intense horror investigative journey. It’s a mix of found footage and classic horror, and it’s definitely worth checking out.
Strong Cast
The film features a talented cast lineup including veteran and rising actors: Joo Hyun-young, Jeon Bae-soo, and Choi Bo-min.
Joo Hyun-young, who made her acting debut in the 2018 drama “Govengers,” gained her popularity through her roles in “Extraordinary Attorney Woo” and “Story of Park’s Marriage Contract.” Known for her humorous and light-hearted roles in romance comedy dramas, her casting in a horror film is a refreshing change.
Jeon Bae-soo is a highly respected veteran actor with a versatile range of acting skills. He has portrayed many roles in various Korean dramas, including a beloved father in the hit K-dramas “Extraordinary Attorney Woo,” “All of Us Are Dead,” and “Mr. Queen.” He also stars in the hit movies such as “The Wailing,” “Confidential Assignment 2: International,” and “Land of Happiness.”
Choi Bo-min is a member of the K-pop group Golden Child. He brings a diverse range of appeal to the cast lineup. The upcoming thriller is his second film after the comedy supernatural youth film “Miracle” in 2018. Besides “Ghost Train,” he’s also in the horror film “Gory: The Horror Tale” this year.
Intriguing Moral Questions
The film goes beyond the jump scares. It explores the dark side of ambition and the lengths digital influencers will go to for fame and success in the online world, adding a psychological depth to the story.
“Ghost Train” Premiere
Mark your calendars, horror fans!
The Korean movie “Ghost Train” will premiere in South Korea on July 9, 2025. Following its domestic release, the film will be released globally. It will be screened in Asia, South America, North America, Eastern Europe, and Mongolia. Stay tuned for more updates!
The Final Stop
Wrapping up, there’s something undeniably thrilling about places with a dark past. From haunted mansions to eerie train stations, “Ghost Train” has everything to feed your next horror obsession or spark some chilling inspiration for your own content. Feel free to share your thoughts on the upcoming movie with us in the comments below.
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