Oldboy (2003) — IMDb, Rotten Tomatoes & Audience Ratings

Last updated: 2026-03-30 3 min read

Quick Facts

IMDb8.3/10
Rotten Tomatoes82%
Metacritic78/100
DirectorPark Chan-wook
GenreDrama, Thriller, Mystery, Action
Runtime120 min
RatedR
CastChoi Min-sik, Yoo Ji-tae, Kang Hye-jung, Kim Byeong-ok, Ji Dae-han

"15 years of imprisonment, five days of vengeance."

Should You Watch Oldboy?

With an IMDb score of 8.3, Oldboy is widely considered one of the best films in its genre. Critics and audiences agree this is essential viewing. A 82% on Rotten Tomatoes indicates strong critical support.

With no clue how he came to be imprisoned, drugged and tortured for 15 years, a desperate man seeks revenge on his captors.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Oldboy's IMDb rating?

Oldboy (2003) has an IMDb rating of 8.3 out of 10 based on 9,684 user votes.

Is Oldboy worth watching?

With an IMDb score of 8.3 and a Rotten Tomatoes score of 82%, Oldboy is generally well-regarded and worth your time.

How long is Oldboy?

Oldboy has a runtime of 120 min. It is rated R.

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