1987: When the Day Comes (2017)

The truth must be told.

1987: When the Day Comes (2017) poster

In 1987 Korea under an oppressive military regime, the unlawful interrogation and death of a college student ignite ordinary citizens to fight for the truth and bring about justice.

Director: Jang Joon-hwan
Genre: Drama, History, Thriller
Runtime: 129 min
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Cast

Screenplay

Music: Kim Tae-seong
Cinematography: Kim Woo-hyung
Editing: Yang Jin-mo
Production: CJ Entertainment, Woojeong Film
Country: South Korea
Language: 한국어/조선말
Budget: $12M
Box Office: $49M
Original Language: ko

Themes

French Revolution: Liberty and Blood, Nostalgic Memories and the Past

Keywords

students' movement, protest, democracy, military dictatorship, historical event, student protest, communism, 1980s, democratization movement, south korea, seoul, south korea

Trailer

1987: When the Day Comes Trailer

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is 1987: When the Day Comes about?
In 1987 Korea under an oppressive military regime, the unlawful interrogation and death of a college student ignite ordinary citizens to fight for the truth and bring about justice.
Who directed 1987: When the Day Comes?
1987: When the Day Comes was directed by Jang Joon-hwan.
Who stars in 1987: When the Day Comes?
1987: When the Day Comes stars Kim Yun-seok, Ha Jung-woo, Yoo Hai-jin, Kim Tae-ri, Park Hee-soon, Lee Hee-jun.
How long is 1987: When the Day Comes?
1987: When the Day Comes has a runtime of 2h 9m (129 minutes).
What genre is 1987: When the Day Comes?
1987: When the Day Comes is a Drama, History, Thriller film.
What is the budget of 1987: When the Day Comes?
1987: When the Day Comes had a budget of $12M.
How much did 1987: When the Day Comes gross?
1987: When the Day Comes grossed $49M worldwide.
Where was 1987: When the Day Comes produced?
1987: When the Day Comes was produced in South Korea.
What are the themes of 1987: When the Day Comes?
The themes of 1987: When the Day Comes include: French Revolution: Liberty and Blood, Nostalgic Memories and the Past.