Start the year with an exciting lineup of Korean films hitting the big screen this month. These new Korean movies promise to entertain and captivate audiences of all tastes and preferences. Discover the magic of Korean cinema with a selection of must-watch new Korean movies in January 2024!
Watch These New Korean Movies Coming to Cinemas in January 2024
New Movies List
1. “Alienoid 2” (외계+인 2부)
- Director: Choi Dong-hoon
- Writer: Choi Dong-hoon
- Cast: Ryu Jun-yeol, Kim Tae-ri, Kim Woo-bin
- Release Date: January 10, 2024.
Synopsis: Under Choi Dong-hoon’s direction, “Alienoid 2” is a South Korean sci-fi action film. The movie explores Ian’s mission to prevent an alien prisoner’s escape from a human host. Along the way, she discovers a powerful weapon capable of manipulating time, ultimately rescuing Thunder. Meanwhile, the character Mu Reuk grapples with an unexplained presence within himself. Other characters, including Heuk Seol, Cheong Woon, and Neung Pa, join the quest for a divine sword. Ja Jang, Ian, and Mu Reuk race against the clock as the deadly alien substance, Hava, claims numerous lives. Realizing the urgency to act, Min Gae In understands that this is just the beginning of their mission. Ian opens a time portal, transporting herself, Mu Reuk, Thunder, and two immortals back to the present. Their mission now is to battle the aliens, prevent Hava from detonating, and save humanity.
2. “Citizen of a Kind” (시민덕희)
- Director: Park Young-joo
- Writer: –
- Cast: Ra Mi-ran, Gong Myung, Yeom Hye-ran, Park Byung-eun, Jang Yoon-ju, Ahn Eun-jin
- Release Date: January 24, 2024.
Synopsis: Directed by Park Young-joo, “Citizen of a Kind” is based on a true story that follows the story of Deok Hee, an ordinary housewife who falls victim to a voice phishing scam. Determined to seek justice, Deok Hee teams up with Jae Min, Bong Rim, and Sook Ja to track down the culprits. Jae Min, a member of the voice phishing group, becomes Deok Hee’s secret informant, while Bong Rim, her trusted friend and coworker, joins her on the mission. Sook Ja shares Deok Hee’s unwavering determination to catch the voice phishing group. As the team races against time, pursued by Ja Jang and with lives at stake, their mission becomes even more urgent.
3. “Ms. Apocalypse” (세기말의 사랑)
- Director: Lim Seon-ae
- Writer: Lim Seon-ae
- Cast: Lee Yoo-young, Lim Sun-woo
- Release Date: January 24, 2024.
Synopsis: “Ms. Apocalypse,” directed by Lee Seon-ae, delves into the life of Yeong-mi, an ostracized woman known as “Ms. Apocalypse” due to her appearance. In 1999, Yeong-mi falls for a married man who is imprisoned for embezzlement. She, too, ends up in prison for helping him. Upon her release, the man’s disabled wife, Yu Jin, offers financial help, causing Yeong-mi’s hesitation. However, an unexpected friendship blossoms between them, leading to a heartwarming and lively story.
4. “Badland Hunters” (황야)
- Director: Heo Myung-haeng
- Writer: Kim Bo-tong, Kwak Jae-min
- Cast: Ma Dong-seok, Lee Hee-joon, Lee Jun-young, Roh Jeong-eui
- Release Date: January 26, 2024.
Synopsis: Heo Myung-haeng’s directorial debut, “Badland Hunters,” is a sequel to the 2023 film “Concrete Utopia.” The viewers witness the aftermath of the earthquake that turned Seoul into a post-apocalyptic wasteland. In this lawless world, where civilization has crumbled, survival becomes a battle against nature and fellow humans, as power reigns supreme. In this chaotic and lawless society, Nam San, a skilled wasteland hunter, must navigate the treacherous environment alongside his partner, Choi Ji Wan. Together, they confront both natural dangers and human adversaries in this lawless society.
Mark your calendars and get ready to be immersed in the captivating world of Korean cinema in January 2024. With a diverse range of movies catering to various genres and preferences, experience the magic and creativity that Korean filmmakers bring to the screen. Prepare for an unforgettable cinematic journey in 2024, filled with captivating Korean movies!
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