The Attorney (2013): cast, story & where to watch
2013 · Film · ★ 7.7
Released in 2013, The Attorney is a drama and history film directed by Yang Woo-seok, running about 127 minutes. “No money. No connections. No degree.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. In the early 1980s, South Korea is torn by student protests over the lack of representation in the government. Song Woo-Seok is a successful attorney in Busan specializing in tax law. His views regarding civil liberties are changed by student activist Park Jin-woo. When Jin-Woo is brutally tortured and put on trial for his activism, Woo-seok decides to defend Jin-woo as his client.
Who’s in it. The Attorney stars Song Kang-ho as Song Woo-seok, Kim Young-ae as Choi Sun-ae, Oh Dal-su as Park Dong-ho and Yim Si-wan as Park Jin-woo, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.7/10, The Attorney 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 The Attorney page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Attorney tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Attorney (2013)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Attorney change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Attorney worth watching?
- The Attorney holds an audience score of 7.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and history. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Attorney?
- The Attorney stars Song Kang-ho, Kim Young-ae, Oh Dal-su, Yim Si-wan and Kwak Do-won.
- When was The Attorney released?
- The Attorney was released in 2013, with a runtime of about 127 minutes.