The Book of Fish
2021, Korean. Directed by Lee Joon-ik.
Born as noble, one dreams to be humble. Born as humble, the other dreams to be noble.
When the scholar Jeong Yak-jeon is exiled to Heuksando Island during the Catholic Persecution of 1801, he decides to write a fish-based encyclopaedia.
- Runtime
- 2h 6m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- Korean
- Rated
- Check local
Start now and it ends at ….
Worth the Hype
Clear your evening for this.
7.8/10 from 41 TMDB viewer ratings.
Seen it? Give your verdict.
Saved privately on this device.
Where to watch The Book of Fish
The Book of Fish is streaming on Philo in India.
Stream
Philo
Fawesome
Cineverse
Amazon Video
Google Play Movies
YouTubeAvailability in India as of 13 November 2026. Streaming data by JustWatch.
Cast & crew
- Lee Joon-ikDirector
- Sul Kyung-guJeong Yak-jeon
- Byun Yo-hanChang-dae
- Lee Jung-eunMrs. Gageo
- Min Do-heeBok-rye
- Cha Soon-baePoong-heon
- Kang Ki-youngLee Gang-hoe
- Ryu Seung-ryongJeong Yak-yong
- Jo Woo-jinByeol Jang
- Kim Eui-sungMr. Jang
- Jung Jin-youngKing Jeong-jo
- Dong Bang-wooNaju Mayor
- Pang Eun-jinChang-dae's Mother
Details
- Released
- 31 March 2021
- Original title
- 자산어보
- Country
- South Korea
- Written by
- Kim Se-gyeom
Check ratings elsewhere
News & fan talk
If you liked The Book of Fish
Mr. Turner
2014 · 6.6/10
Popcorn FlickRecommended by TMDB viewers
True Spirit
2023 · 7.0/10
Worth the HypeRecommended by TMDB viewers
War of the Arrows
2011 · 7.2/10
Worth the HypeRecommended by TMDB viewers
Jimmy's Hall
2014 · 6.7/10
Popcorn FlickRecommended by TMDB viewers
Cabrini
2024 · 7.7/10
Worth the HypeRecommended by TMDB viewers
Mutiny on the Bounty
1962 · 7.1/10
Worth the HypeRecommended by TMDB viewers
The Warrior
2001 · 7.0/10
Worth the HypeRecommended by TMDB viewers
The Count of Monte Cristo
2002 · 7.7/10
Worth the HypeRecommended by TMDB viewers
Eichmann
2007 · 6.0/10
Popcorn FlickRecommended by TMDB viewers
To Walk Invisible
2016 · 7.2/10
Worth the HypeRecommended by TMDB viewers
The Book of Fish: quick answers
Is The Book of Fish worth watching?
Our verdict is Worth the Hype: Clear your evening for this. It scores 7.8/10 from 41 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is The Book of Fish?
The Book of Fish runs 126 minutes (2h 6m).
Does The Book of Fish have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for The Book of Fish. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
The Book of Fish parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
No age rating is listed for The Book of Fish yet.
Which OTT platform is The Book of Fish on?
The Book of Fish is streaming on Philo in India. (Checked 13 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Book of Fish?
If you liked The Book of Fish, try Mr. Turner, True Spirit, War of the Arrows.
Who directed The Book of Fish?
The Book of Fish (2021) was directed by Lee Joon-ik and stars Sul Kyung-gu, Byun Yo-han, Lee Jung-eun.