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The Spy

The Spy

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Status

Released

Release Date

May 15, 1999

Runtime

1h 45m

Genres

Comedy, Drama

User Score

60%

Original Title

간첩 리철진

Production Companies

Cinema Service, Cineworld

Director

Jang Jin

Description

A North Korean spy named Lee Chul-jin infiltrates the eastern coast of South Korea. His mission is to steal a Super Pig DNA sample which can be used to alleviate the famine in North Korea. On the way to meet his contact in Seoul, Chul-jin is robbed by gangsters posing as a taxi driver and passengers. Chul-jin finally meets fellow communists, Mr.OH and his family, and after many awkward situations and adventures.