National Security (2012): cast, story & where to watch
2012 · Film · ★ 7.5
Released in 2012, National Security is a drama and history film directed by Chung Ji-young, running about 106 minutes.
What it’s about. On September 4, 1984, democracy movement leader Kim Jong Tae is arrested and taken to an infamous interrogation facility in Namyeong-dong. For the next 22 days, he would be cruelly and continuously tortured in all manners by interrogators intent on forcing him to confess to communist collaboration.
Who’s in it. National Security stars Park Won-sang as Kim Jong-tae, Lee Kyung-young as Lee Doo-han, Dong Bang-woo as Executive Director Park and Kim Eui-sung as Manager Kang, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.5/10, National Security has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch National Security page.
If you liked it. Fans of National Security tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch National Security (2012)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for National Security change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is National Security worth watching?
- National Security holds an audience score of 7.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and history. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in National Security?
- National Security stars Park Won-sang, Lee Kyung-young, Dong Bang-woo, Kim Eui-sung and Seo Dong-soo.
- When was National Security released?
- National Security was released in 2012, with a runtime of about 106 minutes.