The Ring Virus (1999): cast, story & where to watch
1999 · Film · ★ 5.1
Released in 1999, The Ring Virus is a thriller and horror film directed by Kim Dong-bin, running about 110 minutes.
What it’s about. Sun-ju is a reporter who uncovers a series of inexplicable deaths that occurred simultaneously. Her investigation leads her to a resort, where she finds a videotape filled with mysterious images. After viewing it, a message appears on the screen that she has just been cursed, and that in order to save herself she must - end of tape. Somebody has erased the rest, leaving her horrified and uncertain of her next move.
Who’s in it. The Ring Virus stars Shin Eun-kyung as Sun-ju, Jung Jin-young as Choi Yeol, Bae Doona as Eun-suh and Kim Chang-wan as Reporter Kim, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.1/10, The Ring Virus has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Ring Virus page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Ring Virus tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Ring Virus (1999)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Ring Virus change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Ring Virus worth watching?
- The Ring Virus holds an audience score of 5.1 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller and horror. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Ring Virus?
- The Ring Virus stars Shin Eun-kyung, Jung Jin-young, Bae Doona, Kim Chang-wan and Yoon Joo-sang.
- When was The Ring Virus released?
- The Ring Virus was released in 1999, with a runtime of about 110 minutes.