Secret Sunshine
2007, Korean. Directed by Lee Chang-dong.
Shin-ae moves to her recently late husband’s hometown. Despite her efforts to settle in this unfamiliar and too-normal place, she finds that she can’t fit in. After a sudden tragedy, Shin-ae turns to Christianity to relieve her pain, but when even this is not permitted, she wages a war against God.
- Runtime
- 2h 23m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- Korean
- Rated
- NR
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Secret Sunshine is streaming on Philo, AMC Plus, and Sundance Now in India.
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Cast & crew
- Lee Chang-dongDirector
- Jeon Do-yeonLee Shin-ae
- Song Kang-hoKim Jong-chan
- Jo Young-jinPark Do-seop
- Seon Jeong-yeopJun
- Kim Young-jaeLee Min-ki
- Park Myung-shinFemale Missionary
- Cha Mi-kyungBoutique Owner
- Oh Man-seokPastor
- Jang Hye-jinPark Myung-sook
- Lee Sung-minCook
- Kim Mi-hyangDeaconess Kim
- Lee Hee-junOutdoor Player Meeting Volunteer
Details
- Released
- 23 May 2007
- Original title
- 밀양
- Country
- South Korea
- Written by
- Lee Chang-dong
- Budget
- $2.9M
- Box office
- $12M
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What Secret Sunshine is based on
Secret Sunshine is adapted from a novel.
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Secret Sunshine: quick answers
Is Secret Sunshine worth watching?
Our verdict is Worth the Hype: Clear your evening for this. It scores 7.2/10 from 253 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Secret Sunshine?
Secret Sunshine runs 143 minutes (2h 23m).
Does Secret Sunshine have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Secret Sunshine. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Secret Sunshine parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Secret Sunshine is rated NR in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is Secret Sunshine on?
Secret Sunshine is streaming on Philo, AMC Plus, and Sundance Now in India. (Checked 9 November 2026.)
What movies are like Secret Sunshine?
If you liked Secret Sunshine, try Poetry, Peppermint Candy, A Brand New Life.
Who directed Secret Sunshine?
Secret Sunshine (2007) was directed by Lee Chang-dong and stars Jeon Do-yeon, Song Kang-ho, Jo Young-jin.
What is Secret Sunshine based on?
Secret Sunshine is adapted from a novel.