When I Turned Nine (2004): cast, story & where to watch

2004 · Film · ★ 7.4

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Released in 2004, When I Turned Nine is a family and romance film directed by Yoon In-Ho, running about 105 minutes.

What it’s about. Yeo-min is a matured and thoughtful 9 year old boy who lives in a small mountain village. Even at his young age, he has too many things to take care of. First, he has to protect his friends from the neighborhood bully Black Bird and keep peace in his neighborhood. Second, he must share his lunch with his best friend Ki-jong who lives alone with his sister. And, third, he has to sell ice cream bars after school to save enough money to buy a pair of sunglasses for his mother who injured her eye while working at a factory.

Who’s in it. When I Turned Nine stars Lee Se-young as Jang Woo-rim, Jung Ae-yeun as Kim Yoon-hee, Jung Sun-kyung and Go Seo-hee.

How it landed. With an audience score of 7.4/10, When I Turned Nine 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 When I Turned Nine page.

If you liked it. Fans of When I Turned Nine tend to enjoy Spirited Away, Back to the Future, The Lion King and Coco.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch When I Turned Nine (2004)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for When I Turned Nine change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is When I Turned Nine worth watching?
When I Turned Nine holds an audience score of 7.4 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy family and romance. Most viewers rate it highly.
Who stars in When I Turned Nine?
When I Turned Nine stars Lee Se-young, Jung Ae-yeun, Jung Sun-kyung and Go Seo-hee.
When was When I Turned Nine released?
When I Turned Nine was released in 2004, with a runtime of about 105 minutes.