Poetry
2010, Korean. Directed by Lee Chang-dong.
A South Korean woman in her sixties enrolls in a poetry class as she grapples with her faltering memory and her grandson's appalling wrongdoing.
- Runtime
- 2h 19m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- Korean
- Rated
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Poetry is streaming on Netflix, Criterion Channel, and Film Movement Plus in India.
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Cast & crew
- Lee Chang-dongDirector
- Yoon Jeong-heeYang Mi-ja
- David LeeJong-wook
- Kim Hee-raElder Kang
- Ahn Nae-sangKi-beom's Father
- Kim Yong-taekPoet
- Park Myung-shinHee-jin's Mother
- Jang Hye-jinMr. Kang's Second Daughter-in-Law
- Kim Nam-jinSoo-ok
- Kim Jong-gooPark Sang-tae
- Kim Hye-jungJo Mi-hye
- Min Bok-giSoon-jeong's Father
- Kim Ja-youngBus Woman
Details
- Released
- 13 May 2010
- Original title
- 시
- Country
- South Korea
- Written by
- Lee Chang-dong
- Box office
- $350K
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Poetry: quick answers
Is Poetry worth watching?
Our verdict is Worth the Hype: Clear your evening for this. It scores 7.6/10 from 356 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Poetry?
Poetry runs 139 minutes (2h 19m).
Does Poetry have a post-credits scene?
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Poetry parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
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Which OTT platform is Poetry on?
Poetry is streaming on Netflix, Criterion Channel, and Film Movement Plus in India. (Checked 9 November 2026.)
What movies are like Poetry?
If you liked Poetry, try Doubt, Fathers and Daughters, Dead Poets Society.
Who directed Poetry?
Poetry (2010) was directed by Lee Chang-dong and stars Yoon Jeong-hee, David Lee, Kim Hee-ra.