The Chaser Review (2008) — 84% Celluloid Score
Directed by Na Hong-jin · 2008 ·
Is The Chaser worth watching?
Yes. The Chaser (2008) earns an 84% Celluloid Score. That puts it in our Recommended tier. Critics and audiences are closely aligned on this one. See the 4 inputs.
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Also known as 추격자 O Caçador チェイサー 追击者 追擊者 Ölümcül Takip โหด ดิบ ไล่ ล่า Kẻ Săn Đuổi
Theatrical / streaming release Where to watch
- AMC+
- Sundance Now
Rent: Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube, Fandango at Home
Buy: Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube, Fandango at Home
Where to watch The Chaser by country
| Country | Streaming on |
|---|---|
| India | Prime Video |
| Japan | Netflix, Prime Video, Hulu, U-NEXT |
| South Korea | Netflix |
| United Kingdom | Prime Video, Shudder |
| United States | AMC+, Sundance Now |
Subscription availability, refreshed from TMDB. Rental and purchase options may differ.
Why this score?
- Celluloid's editorial rating is exceptional (94/100).
- Audiences widely enjoyed it (90%).
- Metascore signals universal acclaim (82/100).
- Letterboxd diarists rate it highly (4.1/5).
- Celluloid Score 84% combines 4 rating inputs; audience sentiment is shown separately. Consult the source notes for verification dates where recorded.
Best for
- Viewers who want a well-regarded crime, thriller, action pick
Not ideal for
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Is The Chaser worth watching?
Yes — The Chaser earns an 84% Celluloid Score. That puts it in our Recommended tier. It suits viewers who want a well-regarded crime, thriller, action pick. Read our full review (4/5).
Celluloid verdict
Na Hong-jin’s pulverizing serial-killer thriller — Kim Yoo-jung appears in a formative early credit in a Korean crime classic.
Kaiser Khan, Founder & Editor
Critics and audiences are closely aligned on this one.
What is The Chaser about?
Joong-ho is a dirty detective turned pimp, who's in financial trouble as several of his girls have recently disappeared without clearing their debts. While trying to track them down, he finds a clue that the vanished girls were all called up by the same client, whom one of his girls is meeting with right now.
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Critic Reviews
The Chaser (2008) Review: A Race Against Indifference
★★★★☆
The Chaser is Na Hong-jin's ferocious Seoul serial-killer thriller, in which a disgraced ex-cop races a city's indifference as much as the killer himself.
Yes. It is one of the most gripping Korean thrillers ever made, but its brutality is relentless; for viewers who can handle graphic violence and bleak material.
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The Chaser: frequently asked questions
Is The Chaser worth watching?
Yes. The Chaser (2008) has a Celluloid Score of 84%, averaged from the available Celluloid editorial, Metascore, Letterboxd and IMDb ratings. That puts it in our Recommended tier. Audience sentiment is shown separately and does not change the score.
Where can I watch The Chaser?
In the United States, The Chaser streams on AMC+, Sundance Now with a subscription, and you can rent it from Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube, Fandango at Home or buy it from Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube, Fandango at Home. Elsewhere: Prime Video in India; Netflix, Prime Video, Hulu, U-NEXT in Japan; Netflix in South Korea; Prime Video, Shudder in the United Kingdom. Availability changes; the where-to-watch table on this page is refreshed from TMDB.
How long is The Chaser?
The Chaser runs 2 hours 5 minutes (125 minutes).
What is The Chaser rated?
The Chaser is rated NR in the United States, 18 in the UK and 19 in South Korea. These are the official classifications as recorded on TMDB; check your local classification board for content advice.
Who stars in The Chaser?
The Chaser is directed by Na Hong-jin and stars Kim Yoo-jung, Kim Yun-seok, Ha Jung-woo, Seo Young-hee, Jung In-gi.
What is the Metascore for The Chaser?
Metacritic's Metascore for The Chaser is 82 out of 100. It is one of the inputs to the Celluloid Score.
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