---
title: "The Outlaws"
year: 2017
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/the-outlaws-2017"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 479718
imdb_id: "tt7468056"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 121
community_rating: 7.6
vote_count: 550
content_rating: "Unrated"
---

# The Outlaws (2017) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

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

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

The film "The Outlaws" is set in Chinatown. In this location, law and order is disrupted by a group of Chinese gangsters. They begin to terrorize civilians and take control of territory. In response, local gangsters join forces with the police, led by a loose cannon named Ma Seok-do. This alliance aims to counter the threat posed by the Chinese gangsters. The film is based on a true story.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "Feral Chinese gangsters terrorize Chinatown, forcing local mobsters and a badass cop to team up."

### Why Watch
- Features a badass loose cannon police lead
- Based on a true story

### Caveats & Content Note
- Depicts feral gangsters terrorizing civilians
- Law and order is turned upside down
- Tone & Suitability: This film contains action and crime themes involving territorial conflict.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: action, crime, thriller, gritty

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | None | The Roku Channel, Fandango at Home Free, Plex, Xumo Play, Tubi TV | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Fandango At Home |
| **Canada (CA)** | None | Tubi TV, Plex | Apple TV Store |
| **Australia (AU)** | None | SBS On Demand | JustWatch TV, Apple TV Store, Amazon Video |

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Kang Yun-sung
- **Networks / Studios**: Hong Film, BA Entertainment

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Don Lee** as *Ma Seok-do*
- **Yoon Kye-sang** as *Jang Chen*
- **Jo Jae-yun** as *President Hwang*
- **Choi Gwi-hwa** as *Jeon Il-man*
- **Lim Hyung-jun** as *Do Seung-woo*
- **Jin Sun-kyu** as *Wi Seong-rak*
- **Hong Gi-jun** as *Park Byoung-sik*
- **Heo Dong-won** as *Oh Dong-gyun*
- **Ha Jun** as *Kang Hong-seok*
- **Kim Sung-kyu** as *Yang-tae*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: What is the genre of The Outlaws?
The film falls under the action, crime, and thriller genres.

### Q: When was The Outlaws released?
The film was released on 10/03/2017 in South Korea.

### Q: What is the runtime of the film?
The runtime is 2 hours and 1 minute.

### Q: Is The Outlaws based on a true story?
Yes, the film is based on a true story.

### Q: Who leads the police in the movie?
The police are led by a badass loose cannon named Ma Seok-do.

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