Samsara (2019): cast, story & where to watch
2019 · Film
Released in 2019, Samsara is a drama film directed by Moon Jeong-yun, running about 130 minutes.
What it’s about. Four monks gather at a temple to see their esteemed mentor Do-Bub, but none of them are particularly enlightened. From the calculating chief monk and the meat-eating womanizer to the silver-tongued moneymaker and the vain Instagram heartthrob, they all seem more interested in self-gain than asceticism. Nevertheless, the worldly monks have to respond to an unsavoury truth about Do-Bub. In the subsequent days, memories are awakened and characters tested as the monks reflect on their experiences, desires, and fears, as well as the realization that someone will have to be Do-Bub’s successor.
Who’s in it. Samsara stars Kim Myung-gon, Lee Young-suk as 도법, Kim Joon-bae as 혜견 and Son Kyoung-won as 젊은 도법, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Samsara page.
If you liked it. Fans of Samsara tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Samsara (2019)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Samsara change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in Samsara?
- Samsara stars Kim Myung-gon, Lee Young-suk, Kim Joon-bae, Son Kyoung-won and Go Seo-hee.
- When was Samsara released?
- Samsara was released in 2019, with a runtime of about 130 minutes.