---
title: "Gook"
year: 2017
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/gook-2017"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 432942
imdb_id: "tt6057032"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 94
community_rating: 6.5
vote_count: 56
content_rating: "Unrated"
---

# Gook (2017) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/gook-2017

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Gook is a 2017 American drama film written and directed by Justin Chon. The film runs for one hour and thirty-four minutes and was released in the United States on August 18, 2017. The story centers on Eli and Daniel, two Korean American brothers who own a struggling women's shoe store that previously belonged to their father. The brothers share an unlikely friendship with Kamilla, an eleven-year-old neighborhood girl. The narrative takes place on the first day of the 1992 Los Angeles riots. During these events, the trio must defend their store while contemplating the meaning of family, their personal dreams, and the future.

## The Hook & The Verdict

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | Amazon Prime Video, Philo, AMC Plus Apple TV channel, AMC+ Amazon Channel, AMC+ Roku Premium Channel, AMC+, Sundance Now, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | Kanopy, Hoopla, Fawesome | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Fandango At Home |
| **United Kingdom (GB)** | None | Rakuten TV, Plex | Apple TV Store, Rakuten TV, YouTube |
| **Canada (CA)** | AMC+ | Hoopla | Apple TV Store |

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Justin Chon
- **Networks / Studios**: Tunnel Post, Datari Turner Productions, Birthday Soup Films

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Justin Chon** as *Eli*
- **Simone Baker** as *Kamilla*
- **David So** as *Daniel*
- **Curtiss Cook Jr.** as *Keith*
- **Sang Chon** as *Mr. Kim*
- **Ben Munoz** as *Jesus*
- **Natalie Sutherland** as *Nurse Gianna*
- **Isaiah Jarel** as *Curtis*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: Where can I stream or watch Gook online?
Gook is currently available to watch or stream on Amazon Prime Video, Philo, AMC Plus Apple TV channel, AMC+ Amazon Channel. Check our live regional availability tracker above for latest direct streaming, subscription, rent, or purchase options.

### Q: Is Gook worth watching?
Gook holds a community rating of 6.5/10 based on 56 verified viewer ratings. It offers engaging Drama for fans of the genre.

### Q: How long is the movie Gook and when was it released?
Gook is a feature film with a runtime of 94 minutes. It was released in 2017. Release status: Released.

### Q: Who directed Gook?
Gook was directed by Justin Chon.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [Gook — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/432942)
- [Gook (film) - Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gook_(film))
- [Gook (2017) - Full cast & crew - IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/title/tt6057032/fullcredits/cast)
- [Gook (2017) - Cast & Crew — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/432942-gooks/cast)
- [Gook (2017) Full Cast & Crew - Plex](https://watch.plex.tv/movie/gook/credits)
- [Gook (film) - Wikiwand](https://www.wikiwand.com/en/Gook_(film))

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