Countdown 2011
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 119 minutes
- Director
- Huh Jong-ho
- Networks
- Next Entertainment World, Sidus, Bom Film Productions
- Where to Stream
- Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads
What is Countdown?
Countdown is a 2011 South Korean crime film belonging to the action and thriller genres that premiered at the 2011 Toronto International Film Festival. The feature is the debut of director Huh Jong-ho and stars actors Jung Jae-young and Jeon Do-yeon.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 2011
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 119 minutes
- Release date
- Sep 29, 2011
- Original language
- KO
- Origin
- South Korea
- Studios
- Next Entertainment World, Sidus, Bom Film Productions
- Budget
- $6,000,000
- Genres
- Action, Thriller
- Updated
At a glance
- Rating
- ★ TMDB users: 6.6/10 from 43 votes
- Episode runtime
- ~119 minutes
- Status
- Released
- Networks
- Next Entertainment World, Sidus, Bom Film Productions
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Countdown is a 2011 South Korean crime film belonging to the action and thriller genres that premiered at the 2011 Toronto International Film Festival. The feature is the debut of director Huh Jong-ho and stars actors Jung Jae-young and Jeon Do-yeon. The narrative follows a cold-blooded debt collector who always succeeds in getting what he wants. He crosses paths with a beautiful and mysterious ex-impostor who speaks entirely in lies. Although she possesses the key to saving his life, he soon discovers that she instead pulls him into deeper trouble. As time runs out, he must finish his task while his heart continues to beat. The production has a runtime of one hour and fifty-nine minutes and was released in South Korea on September 29, 2011. The film takes viewers on a journey through the underbelly of South Korea, centering on these high-stakes and perilous interactions.
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“A gripping exploration of action and thriller that commands attention through bold storytelling and immersive performances.”
- Masterfully balances sharp character dynamics with escalating narrative tension.
- High production value and confident direction keep each chapter visually arresting.
- Rich thematic depth offers plenty of reward for attentive viewers.
- Deliberate pacing requires patient investment before the overarching mystery unravels.
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Is Countdown worth watching?
Countdown holds a community rating of 6.6/10 based on 43 verified viewer ratings. It offers engaging Action, Thriller for fans of the genre.
How long is the movie Countdown and when was it released?
Countdown is a feature film with a runtime of 119 minutes. It was released in 2011. Release status: Released.
Who directed Countdown?
Countdown was directed by Huh Jong-ho.
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