Why Korea?
1950, English. Directed by Edmund Reek.
This film examines the reasons why the United States decided to engage in the Korean War. Scenes describe Russia's attempt to gain power following World War II (Korea included), and its refusal to allow free elections in the country. Footage shows Soviet-backed North Korean troops' movement into South Korea on June 25, 1950, the United Nations' response, and the armed struggle against both North Korean and later Chinese troops led by General Douglas MacArthur. Preserved by the Academy Film Archive in partnership with Twentieth Century Fox Film Corporation in 2005.
- Runtime
- 0h 30m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
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- Released
- 31 December 1950
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Joseph Kenas
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Why Korea? runs 30 minutes (0h 30m).
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Why Korea? isn’t streaming on any OTT platform in India yet; it released on 31 December 1950. (Checked 11 November 2026.)
What movies are like Why Korea??
If you liked Why Korea?, try A Toxic Love Story, The Mole: Undercover in North Korea, Extremis.
Who directed Why Korea??
Why Korea? (1950) was directed by Edmund Reek and stars Joe King.