Director: Byun Sung-hyun
Cast: Sul Kyung-gu, Hong Kyung, Ryoo Seung-bum, Takayuki Yamada, Kippei Shiina
Good News is a 2025 South Korean action-comedy-crime film directed by Byun Sung-hyun, set in the politically charged atmosphere of the 1970s. Anchored by a stellar ensemble cast, it blends high-stakes thriller tension with sharp wit, following a clandestine team racing to resolve a mid-air crisis before it spirals out of control.
What is Good News about?
The 1970s: a commercial aircraft has been seized, and passengers are at the mercy of hijackers with murky demands. A shadowy government squad — operating entirely off the books — is tasked with engineering a safe landing without triggering a wider disaster. Each member brings a distinct skill set and a very different idea of what "by any means necessary" actually means. As the hours tick down and diplomatic options narrow, their conflicting methods and personal loyalties begin to fracture the mission from within. The film keeps its cards close, layering procedural suspense with bursts of dark humor that feel uniquely Korean in their comic timing and irreverence.
Cast & crew
Sul Kyung-gu leads the ensemble, known for his commanding screen presence across Korean action and drama. Hong Kyung and Ryoo Seung-bum round out the Korean contingent, while Japanese actors Takayuki Yamada and Kippei Shiina bring cross-border dimension to the story. Kim Seung-o, Show Kasamatsu, and Nairu Yamamoto complete the tightly wound ensemble under director Byun Sung-hyun's guidance.
Context & significance
Korean cinema's wave of retro-set thrillers — grounded in real Cold War anxieties and bureaucratic power struggles — has found a devoted audience far beyond East Asia, and the Persian-speaking diaspora is no exception. Good News arrives with a Persian dub, making it fully accessible without subtitles for viewers who prefer to watch in their living room without reading. The 1970s period framing resonates broadly: a generation shaped by its own era of political upheaval recognizes the moral weight of decisions made under pressure. Action-comedy hybrids in this tradition reward repeat viewing for the interplay between humor and genuine danger.
Where & how to watch
Good News is available on K-Time with both Persian dub and Persian subtitles. Stream it on your browser, TV, or phone — no VPN required, no geo-blocking, no extra download needed. Subscribe and cancel anytime.