Official movie poster for Hope (2013), a drama film

Hope(2013)

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We won't let her shed tears again.

8.4(912)2h 2m2013-10-02
Drama

Hope Synopsis

After 8-year-old So-won narrowly survives a brutal sexual assault, her family labors to help her heal while coping with their own rage and grief.

Hope (2013) is a drama film directed by Lee Joon-ik, released on October 2, 2013 with a runtime of 2h 2m. It stars Sul Kyung-gu, Uhm Ji-won, Lee Re and Kim Sang-ho. Viewers rate it 8.4 out of 10 across 912 ratings.

Director:
Lee Joon-ik
Writers:
Jo Joong-hoon, Kim Ji-hye, Lee Sang-yong
Producers:
Byun Bong-hyun, Seong Chang-yeon
Cinematographer:
Kim Tae-kyeong
Composer:
Bang Jun-seok
Production:
Lotte Entertainment, Film Momentum, Michigan Venture Capital
Status:
Released

Hope Reviews & Ratings

Average viewer score of 8.4/10 from 912 ratings.

izgzhen

7/10

This movie is a mixture of many social topics that concern us, being organized coherently into a deeply touching narrative. It reveals many imperfections of the world we lived in, but the main theme is still about hope and love. While the plot is relatively simple, the acting feels truly impressive because of the genuine feelings between the lines.

Reviewed on September 29, 2017

Alunauwie

10/10

Based on a true story, Hope follows the traumatic journey of a young girl, So-won, who survives a brutal sexual assault and must rebuild her life amid a deeply flawed justice system. Despite immense physical and emotional pain, her courage and the love of her family highlight the resilience of the human spirit. The film powerfully criticizes legal leniency for predators and calls for greater empathy, protection,…

Reviewed on September 12, 2025

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Hope – Frequently Asked Questions

Where can I watch Hope online?

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Hope (2013) is currently available to rent or buy from Amazon Video. No subscription streaming option is listed right now, so availability may change.

Who stars in Hope?

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The main cast of Hope (2013) includes Sul Kyung-gu, Uhm Ji-won, Lee Re, Kim Sang-ho and Kim Hae-sook. The film was directed by Lee Joon-ik. You can see the full cast and crew list, with character names, further up this page.

When was Hope released?

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Hope was released on October 2, 2013 and runs for 2h 2m.

Is Hope worth watching?

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Hope (2013) holds an average rating of 8.4 out of 10 from 912 viewer votes, and is a good pick if you enjoy drama films. Read the viewer reviews on this page to decide for yourself.