Assassin
1969, Korean. Directed by Lee Man-hee.
Infighting breaks out between factions of the Communist Party over whether to back the U.N. Trusteeship under which the Korean Peninsula is to be divided between U.S. and Soviet control. One faction hires a hit man to kill the leader of the opposing faction. The hit man is known as the best in his field, yet is also known for having a heart.
- Runtime
- 1h 18m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- Korean
- Rated
- Check local
Start now and it ends at ….
Too new to call
Not enough people have rated it yet for a verdict.
Seen it? Give your verdict.
Saved privately on this device.
Where to watch Assassin
Assassin isn’t streaming on any OTT platform in India yet; it released on 16 January 1969.
No streaming listings yet. Search JustWatch.
Cast & crew
Details
- Released
- 16 January 1969
- Original title
- 암살자
- Country
- South Korea
- Written by
- Lee Eun-seong
Check ratings elsewhere
News & fan talk
If you liked Assassin
6 Below: Miracle on the Mountain
2017 · 5.8/10
SnoozefestRecommended by TMDB viewers
Remember
2022 · 7.5/10
Worth the HypeRecommended by TMDB viewers
Monster
2014 · 6.6/10
Popcorn FlickRecommended by TMDB viewers
The Good Neighbor
2022 · 6.7/10
Popcorn FlickRecommended by TMDB viewers
Run
1991 · 6.0/10
Popcorn FlickRecommended by TMDB viewers
180
2026 · 5.9/10
SnoozefestRecommended by TMDB viewers
Tyler Perry's Duplicity
2025 · 6.6/10
Popcorn FlickRecommended by TMDB viewers
Suburbicon
2017 · 5.9/10
SnoozefestRecommended by TMDB viewers
Bad Girl
2016 · 6.0/10
Popcorn FlickRecommended by TMDB viewers
Blood Ties
2013 · 6.1/10
Popcorn FlickRecommended by TMDB viewers
Assassin: quick answers
Is Assassin worth watching?
Assassin doesn’t have enough ratings for a verdict yet.
How long is Assassin?
Assassin runs 78 minutes (1h 18m).
Does Assassin have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Assassin. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Assassin parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
No age rating is listed for Assassin yet.
Which OTT platform is Assassin on?
Assassin isn’t streaming on any OTT platform in India yet; it released on 16 January 1969. (Checked 3 November 2026.)
What movies are like Assassin?
If you liked Assassin, try 6 Below: Miracle on the Mountain, Remember, Monster.
Who directed Assassin?
Assassin (1969) was directed by Lee Man-hee and stars Jang Dong-hwi, Namkoong Won, Park Am.