Parasite (2019) Review: A Korean Classic

Is Parasite worth watching?

Yes — Parasite remains one of the most celebrated films from South Korea, with a 99% Critic Score and enduring audience appeal. On Celluloid it holds a 99% Critic Score, 90% Audience Score, 96 Metascore, 4.5 on Letterboxd, and 8.5 on IMDb — numbers that explain why it still surfaces on every “best of South Korea” list.

What is Parasite about?

A poor family schemes to become employed by a wealthy household, infiltrating their lives until an unexpected incident exposes class rage. Directed by Bong Joon Ho, the film stars Song Kang-ho, Lee Sun-kyun, Cho Yeo-jeong, and remains a reference point for Thriller and Drama filmmaking from South Korea.

Should you watch Parasite?

Yes, without hesitation — Parasite rewards viewers who want more than algorithm-friendly new releases. At 132 minutes, it more than earns its running time — and the critics’ consensus still resonates today: Bong Joon Ho’s class satire made history as the first non-English film to win Best Picture at the Oscars.

Where can I watch Parasite?

Streaming availability varies by region — check major platforms in your country or local cinemas for revival screenings. Parasite (2019) is widely indexed on IMDb (tt6751668) and remains one of the most searched classic titles from South Korea on NewMoviesReviews.com.