1987: When the Day Comes
2017, Korean. Directed by Jang Joon-hwan.
The truth must be told.
In 1987 Korea under an oppressive military regime, the unlawful interrogation and death of a college student ignite ordinary citizens to fight for the truth and bring about justice.
- Runtime
- 2h 9m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- Korean
- Rated
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1987: When the Day Comes is streaming on Rakuten Viki in India.
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Cast & crew
- Jang Joon-hwanDirector
- Kim Yoon-seokPark Cheo-won
- Ha Jung-wooProsecutor Choi Hwan
- Yoo Hai-jinHan Byung-yong
- Kim Tae-riYeon-hee
- Park Hee-soonDetective Jo Han-kyung
- Lee Hee-junReporter Yoon Sang-sam
- Sul Kyung-guKim Jung-nam
- Yeo Jin-gooPark Jong-chul
- Gang Dong-wonLee Han-yeol
- Moon Sung-keunJang Se-dong
- Yoo Seung-mokYoo Jung-bang
- Hyun Bong-sikMr. Park
Details
- Released
- 27 December 2017
- Original title
- 1987
- Country
- South Korea
- Written by
- Kim Kyung-chan
- Budget
- $12M
- Box office
- $49M
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1987: When the Day Comes: quick answers
Is 1987: When the Day Comes worth watching?
Our verdict is Absolute Cinema: Drop everything and watch it. It scores 8.0/10 from 188 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is 1987: When the Day Comes?
1987: When the Day Comes runs 129 minutes (2h 9m).
Does 1987: When the Day Comes have a post-credits scene?
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1987: When the Day Comes parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
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Which OTT platform is 1987: When the Day Comes on?
1987: When the Day Comes is streaming on Rakuten Viki in India. (Checked 11 November 2026.)
What movies are like 1987: When the Day Comes?
If you liked 1987: When the Day Comes, try Mark Felt: The Man Who Brought Down the White House, May 18, The Attorney.
Who directed 1987: When the Day Comes?
1987: When the Day Comes (2017) was directed by Jang Joon-hwan and stars Kim Yoon-seok, Ha Jung-woo, Yoo Hai-jin.