Jeon Woochi
2009 · Movie · Not Rated · 136 min · ★ 6.8 · 70% critics
Across centuries in Korea, a powerful magical pipe becomes the prize in a high-stakes chase. As rival wizards and strange creatures close in, a trickster spellcaster is pulled into the conflict, bringing ancient magic into a modern setting filled with battles, illusions, and comedy.
Also known as Woochi · Woochi the Demon Slayer · Jeon Woo-Chi: The Taoist Wizard · Jeon Woochi : The Taoist Wizard
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Details
- Original title
- 전우치
- Years
- 2009
- Release date
- 2009-12-23
- Language
- Korean
- Rated
- Not Rated
- Runtime
- 136 min
- Critic score
- 70/100
- TMDB rating
- 6.8/10 (147 votes)
About
You’ll likely enjoy this if you want a fast, effects-heavy fantasy comedy that jumps between past and present, with wizard showdowns and oddball creatures, similar to Arahan or Alienoid; Not for you if you need clear storytelling and consistent laughs.
Pros: imaginative magic battles; energetic fantasy comedy; memorable creatures | Cons: confusing timeline jumps; uneven humor; choppy, rushed action
Themes
- joseon dynasty (1392–1910)
- taoist wizard
Cast & crew
Gang Dong-won
as Jeon Woo-chi
Kim Yun-seok
as Hwa-dam
Lim Soo-jung
as Seo In-kyeong
Yoo Hai-jin
as Chorangyi
Song Young-chang
as Buddhist Monk
Ju Jin-mo
as Shaman
Kim Sang-ho
as Priest
Sun Woo-sun
as Female Doctor / Goblin
Kong Jeong-hwan
as Helper / Goblin
Baek Yoon-sik
as Woo-chi's Mentor
Directed by Choi Dong-hoon