Uprising

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Uprising

2024

2h 6m

War

Drama

Action

Adventure

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In the Joseon Dynasty, two friends who grew up together -- one the master and one the servant -- reunite post-war as enemies on opposing sides.

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David Ehrlich

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There’s good fun to be had in watching so many limbs get hacked off for the better part of two hours, but Director Kim can only dismember so many body parts before he starts to lose track of his movie’s spine.

Rated: B-

Oct 4, 2024

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William Schwartz

HanCinema

More perceptive readers might be annoyed that I'm discussing popular cultural trends about the Japanese invasion of Korea more than I am Uprising proper, and there's good reason for that. Aside from the metatext, this movie is surprisingly forgettable.

Mar 6, 2025

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Johnny Loftus

Decider

Uprising elevates its historical epic game with grand scale battles, courtly deceit, and a satisfyingly roaring soundtrack. But it’s with the forbidden but never-say-die friendship at its center where it remains its most compelling.

Nov 11, 2024

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JK Sooja

Common Sense Media

Not entirely historically accurate either, Uprising clearly treats its story with a modern action sensibility, right up to almost playing modern music during some of the climactic action scenes.

Oct 25, 2024

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Kate Sánchez

But Why Tho? A Geek Community

The choice of culture, history, and sins in one person’s life and personal connections makes Uprising (2024) more than just another movie in the robust sageuk genre. It stands out for all the right reasons.

Rated: 8/10

Oct 14, 2024

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Daniel Hart

Ready Steady Cut

Uprising does not hold back and I am so glad it didn’t. It’s a watch-worthy experience from start to finish. If you love Joseon Dynasty dramas, this is a treat.

Rated: 4/5

Oct 13, 2024

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Kevin S

Just absolutely amazing. My favorite film on Netflix. I can't believe it took me so long to finally watch it. It's basically Korea's: Count of Monte Cristo based on historical events.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

07/14/25

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Chris F

Half the time I struggled to tell who was fighting who. Difficult to follow. Not for me.

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

05/24/25

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Qasim R

Must watch movie.....

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

03/07/25

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Leigh I

This movie made me feel visceral feelings of anger and despair.

Rated 0.5 out of 5 stars

02/27/25

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David L

horrible horrible movie

Rated 0.5 out of 5 stars

01/30/25

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Audience Member

As other reviewers have stated, it is formulaic. However, the acting, production value, and atmosphere are very well done. I became completely invested. Warning: it is very violent and gory. I definitely recommend if you enjoy historical action movies with high production value and solid performances.

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

01/03/25

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Kim Sang-man

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Gang Dong-won

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Park Jeong-min

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Kim Shin-rok

Actor

Jin Seon-kyu

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Jung Il-sung

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Synopsis

In the Joseon Dynasty, two friends who grew up together -- one the master and one the servant -- reunite post-war as enemies on opposing sides.

Director: Kim Sang-man
Screenwriter: Shin Chul, Park Chan-wook
Distributor: Netflix
Production Co: Moho Film, Semicolon Studio
Genre: War, Drama, Action, Adventure
Original Language: Korean
Release Date (Streaming): Oct 11, 2024
Runtime: 2h 6m

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