---
title: "Metamorphosis"
year: 2019
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/metamorphosis-2019"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 581531
imdb_id: "tt10800758"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 113
community_rating: 7.0
vote_count: 198
content_rating: "Unrated"
---

# Metamorphosis (2019) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/metamorphosis-2019

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Metamorphosis is a 2019 South Korean supernatural horror and thriller film written and directed by Kim Hong-seon. The story follows an evil spirit that changes faces as it infiltrates a family, placing one brother in danger while the other attempts to save him.

The film features a cast including Bae Seong-woo, Sung Dong-il, Jang Young-nam, Kim Hye-jun, Cho Yi-hyun, and Kim Kang-hoon. It has a runtime of 1 hour and 53 minutes and was released in South Korea on August 21, 2019.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "An evil spirit that changes faces infiltrates a family to put a brother in danger."

### Why Watch
- Features a supernatural premise involving a face-changing evil spirit
- Directed by Kim Hong-seon
- Includes a South Korean cast featuring Bae Seong-woo and Sung Dong-il

### Caveats & Content Note
- The psychological horror elements may be intense for some viewers
- Tone & Suitability: This horror and thriller film maintains a supernatural tone throughout its runtime.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: #supernatural-horror, #south-korean-thriller, #face-changing-spirit, #family-infiltrator, #psychological-horror

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | AMC+ Amazon Channel, AMC+ Roku Premium Channel, Shudder, Shudder Amazon Channel, Shudder Apple TV channel | Pluto TV | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies |
| **United Kingdom (GB)** | Shudder, Shudder Amazon Channel | None | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, YouTube |
| **Canada (CA)** | Shudder Amazon Channel, Shudder, AMC+ Amazon Channel, Shudder Apple TV channel | None | Apple TV Store, YouTube |
| **Australia (AU)** | None | None | Apple TV Store |

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Kim Hong-sun
- **Networks / Studios**: Acemaker Movieworks, Danacreative

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Bae Sung-woo** as *Jung-soo*
- **Sung Dong-il** as *Kang-goo*
- **Jang Young-nam** as *Myung-joo*
- **Kim Hye-jun** as *Sun-woo*
- **Cho Yi-hyun** as *Hyun-ju*
- **Kim Kang-hoon** as *Woo-jong*
- **Jeon Mi-do** as *Girl's Mother*
- **Kim Se-hee** as *Girl*
- **Ji Dae-han** as *Jacob*
- **Kim Gwi-seon** as *Father Dean*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: Where can I stream Metamorphosis?
The provided sources do not list specific streaming platforms for this film.

### Q: Is Metamorphosis worth watching?
The film is a South Korean supernatural horror production directed by Kim Hong-seon.

### Q: How long is the movie?
The film has a duration of 1 hour and 53 minutes.

### Q: What is the format of this production?
Metamorphosis is a feature film.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [Metamorphosis — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/581531)
- [Metamorphosis (2019) - Full cast & crew - IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/title/tt11261004/fullcredits/cast)
- [Metamorphosis (2019) - Cast & Crew — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/581531/cast)
- [Metamorphosis (2019)](https://www.koreanfilm.or.kr/eng/films/index/filmsView.jsp?movieCd=20184543)
- [Metamorphosis (Korean Movie, 2019, 변신) @ HanCinema](https://www.hancinema.net/)
- [Metamorphosis - Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Metamorphosis)

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