The Man from Nowhere
Directed by Lee Jeong-beom · 2010 ·
Is The Man from Nowhere worth watching?
Yes. The Man from Nowhere (2010) earns a 78% Celluloid Score. That puts it in our Recommended tier. Audiences (94%) responded more warmly than critics (84%). See the 4 inputs.
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Also known as 아저씨 El Hombre De Ninguna Parte El hombre sin pasado O Homem de Lugar Nenhum アジョシ 孤胆特工 大叔 Mazisi Olmayan Adam
Theatrical release Where to watch
- Prime Video
- fuboTV
- Peacock
- MUBI
Rent: Amazon Video, Apple TV, Fandango at Home
Buy: Amazon Video, Apple TV, Fandango at Home
Where to watch The Man from Nowhere by country
| Country | Streaming on |
|---|---|
| Japan | Hulu, U-NEXT |
| South Korea | Netflix, TVING |
| United States | Prime Video, fuboTV, Peacock, MUBI |
Subscription availability, refreshed from TMDB. Rental and purchase options may differ.
Why this score?
- Celluloid's editorial rating is positive (84/100).
- Audiences widely enjoyed it (94%).
- Metascore is generally favorable (72/100).
- Celluloid Score 78% 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 action, thriller, crime pick
- Crowd-pleaser seekers — audiences liked it more than critics
Not ideal for
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Is The Man from Nowhere worth watching?
Yes — The Man from Nowhere earns a 78% Celluloid Score. That puts it in our Recommended tier. It suits viewers who want a well-regarded action, thriller, crime pick. Read our full review (4/5).
Celluloid verdict
Won Bin as a pawnshop ghost with a past — the knife fight in the final act redefined Korean action choreography.
Kaiser Khan, Founder & Editor
Audiences (94%) responded more warmly than critics (84%).
What is The Man from Nowhere about?
A reclusive pawnshop owner goes on a brutal rampage to rescue a young girl kidnapped by a criminal organization.
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Critic Reviews
The Man from Nowhere (2010) Review: Grief With a Blade
★★★★☆
The Man from Nowhere is a brutal Korean rescue thriller starring Won Bin as a withdrawn pawnbroker, with ferocious fights and a surprisingly tender centre.
Yes, for action fans with a strong stomach. It is one of the best Korean action thrillers, though its villains are broad and its violence is very graphic.
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The Man from Nowhere: frequently asked questions
Is The Man from Nowhere worth watching?
Yes. The Man from Nowhere (2010) has a Celluloid Score of 78%, 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 Man from Nowhere?
In the United States, The Man from Nowhere streams on Prime Video, fuboTV, Peacock, MUBI with a subscription, and you can rent it from Amazon Video, Apple TV, Fandango at Home or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV, Fandango at Home. Elsewhere: Hulu, U-NEXT in Japan; Netflix, TVING in South Korea. Availability changes; the where-to-watch table on this page is refreshed from TMDB.
How long is The Man from Nowhere?
The Man from Nowhere runs 1 hour 59 minutes (119 minutes).
What is The Man from Nowhere rated?
The Man from Nowhere is rated R in the United States, MA15+ in Australia, 18A in Canada, NC-16 in Singapore 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 Man from Nowhere?
The Man from Nowhere is directed by Lee Jeong-beom and stars Won Bin, Kim Sae-ron, Kim Tae-hun, Kim Hie-won, Kim Seung-o.
What is the Metascore for The Man from Nowhere?
Metacritic's Metascore for The Man from Nowhere is 72 out of 100. It is one of the inputs to the Celluloid Score.
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