---
title: "The Roundup: No Way Out"
year: 2023
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/the-roundup-no-way-out-2023"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 955555
imdb_id: "tt21364552"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 105
community_rating: 7.2
vote_count: 550
content_rating: "Unrated"
---

# The Roundup: No Way Out (2023) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/the-roundup-no-way-out-2023

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

The film "The Roundup: No Way Out" follows the career transition of a detective. Detective Ma Seok-do changes his affiliation from the Geumcheon Police Station to the Metropolitan Investigation Team. The primary motivation behind this change is the detective's goal to address a specific issue. The issue in question involves individuals who enter Korea with the intention of committing crimes. These individuals are identified as Japanese gangsters. The crimes they commit are described as heinous. The detective's new affiliation is a strategic move to tackle this problem more effectively.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "Detective Ma Seok-do joins the Metropolitan Investigation Team to eradicate Japanese gangsters in Korea."

### Why Watch
- Features South Korean action star Ma Deong-seok, also known as Don Lee
- Delivers a thrilling and fun ride with comedic elements

### Caveats & Content Note
- May follow a familiar or typical formula for the franchise
- Tone & Suitability: The film contains action and crime themes dealing with heinous crimes and murder cases.

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

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | Hulu, Rakuten Viki | Kanopy, Hoopla | Google Play Movies, YouTube, Fandango At Home |
| **Canada (CA)** | Rakuten Viki | Hoopla | Google Play Movies, YouTube |
| **Australia (AU)** | None | SBS On Demand | JustWatch TV, Apple TV Store, Amazon Video |

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Lee Sang-yong
- **Networks / Studios**: Big Punch Pictures, Hong Film, BA Entertainment

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Don Lee** as *Ma Seok-do*
- **Lee Jun-hyuk** as *Joo Seong-cheol*
- **Munetaka Aoki** as *Ricky*
- **Lee Beom-soo** as *Jang Tae-su*
- **Kim Min-jae** as *Kim Man-jae*
- **Lee Ji-hoon** as *Yang Jong-su*
- **Kim Do-gun** as *Jung Da-wit*
- **Ko Kyu-pil** as *Cho-rong*
- **Jun Seok-ho** as *Kim Yang-ho*
- **Jun Kunimura** as *President Ichizo*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: When was The Roundup: No Way Out released?
The film was released in 2023, with a US date listed as June 2, 2023.

### Q: Who is the main star of the film?
The film stars South Korean action star Ma Deong-seok, also known as Don Lee.

### Q: What is the runtime of the film?
The film has a runtime of one hour and forty-five minutes.

### Q: What is Detective Ma Seok-do's mission in this film?
He changes his affiliation to the Metropolitan Investigation Team to eradicate Japanese gangsters who enter Korea to commit heinous crimes, and investigates a murder case.

### Q: What genres does the film belong to?
The movie encompasses action, crime, comedy, and thriller genres.

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