---
title: "Descendants of Adultery"
year: 2016
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/descendants-of-adultery-2016"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 419329
imdb_id: ""
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 92
community_rating: 4.5
vote_count: 8
content_rating: "Unrated"
---

# Descendants of Adultery (2016) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/descendants-of-adultery-2016

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Descendants of Adultery is a 2016 film centered around Soo-ji, a skin specialist who encounters retaliatory driving on her commute to work. Captain Kwon assists her during this incident, and the two later meet again at a hospital where they begin to develop feelings for each other. Soo-ji finds herself exhausted by her marriage to an unfaithful husband, which leads her to fall in love with Kwon. The film explores themes of marital dissatisfaction and new romantic connections that emerge from unexpected circumstances. The story follows the developing relationship between these two characters as they navigate their personal situations and growing attraction.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "A skin specialist finds an unexpected connection with a captain after a stressful road encounter."

### Why Watch
- explores complex marital dynamics
- features a central romantic narrative

### Caveats & Content Note
- contains extreme sexual content
- restricted for adult audiences
- Tone & Suitability: The film is rated 18 plus and contains nudity, extreme sexual content, violence, and profanity.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: romance, mature, dramatic

## Streaming Availability Matrix

Direct streaming licensing updates dynamically. Consult the live tracking interface at https://www.archytele.com/show/descendants-of-adultery-2016#watch.

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Lee Sang-soo

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Lee Chae-dam** as *Soo-ji*
- **Seo Bo-ra** as *Da-mi*
- **Sang Woo**
- **Chae Ye-jin**
- **Moon Jae-hoon**

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: When was the film released?
The film was released on September 30, 2016.

### Q: Who directed the film?
The film was directed by Lee Sang-soo.

### Q: What is the film's duration?
The film has a duration of one hour and 33 minutes.

### Q: Who are the lead actors?
The film stars Lee Chae-dam, Seo Bo-ra, and Sang Woo.

### Q: What is the genre of the film?
The film is classified as a romance feature film with mature themes.

---
*Generated by Archytele Open Intelligence Systems. Data verified against TMDB and JustWatch APIs.*