---
title: "Silmido"
year: 2003
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/silmido-2003"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 19644
imdb_id: "tt0387596"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 135
community_rating: 7.1
vote_count: 138
content_rating: "Unrated"
---

# Silmido (2003) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/silmido-2003

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Silmido is a 2003 action and drama film directed and released during a theatrical run that explores a forbidden historical event. The story centers on the aftermath of a failed 1968 assassination attempt by North Korean commandos, leading the South Korean military to assemble a team of 31 criminals on the island of Silmido for a retaliatory suicide mission.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "Discover the forbidden history of a secret South Korean military suicide mission on Silmido island."

### Why Watch
- It is loosely based on a military uprising in the 1970s and a true story from 1968.
- It features a dramatic narrative about 31 criminals assembled to assassinate Kim Il-sung.
- It explores a forbidden history involving North Korean commandos and South Korean retaliation.

### Caveats & Content Note
- The mission is cancelled, leaving the recruited team frustrated.
- Tone & Suitability: The film combines action and drama elements to depict a dark and sensitive military history.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: #historical-drama, #action-and-drama, #suicide-mission, #military-uprising, #true-story, #political-revenge

## Streaming Availability Matrix

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## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Kang Woo-suk
- **Networks / Studios**: Hanmac Films, Cinema Service

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Sul Kyung-gu** as *Kang In-chan*
- **Ahn Sung-ki** as *Jae-hyun*
- **Huh Joon-ho** as *Sergeant Jo*
- **Jung Jae-young** as *Sang-pil*
- **Im Won-hee** as *Won-hee*
- **Kang Shin-il** as *Geun-jae*
- **Kang Seong-jin** as *Chan-seok*
- **Lee Jeong-heon** as *Sergeant Park*
- **Uhm Tae-woong** as *Won-sang*
- **Lee Jong-mun** as *Jeong-hun*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: Where to stream Silmido?
Streaming availability is not provided in the sources.

### Q: Is Silmido worth watching?
It offers an action and drama-filled look into a loosely based 1970s military uprising and a 1968 assassination plan.

### Q: What is the runtime of Silmido?
The film has a runtime of 2 hours and 15 minutes.

### Q: What are the essential viewing episodes?
Silmido is a feature film rather than a television series with episodes.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [Silmido — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/19644)
- [Silmido (2003) - Full cast & crew - IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0387596/fullcredits/)
- [Silmido (2003) - Cast & Crew — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/19644/cast)
- [Silmido Full Cast & Crew - MyDramaList](https://mydramalist.com/1284-silmido/cast)

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