The 12th Suspect (2019)

7.4 ? Oct 10, 2019 1h 42m

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Overview

Set in a teahouse in Myeong-dong, Seoul right after the end of the Korean War, The 12th Suspect follows the suffocating psychological showdown that takes place between a detective and the 11 suspects who find themselves caught up in a murder case.

Overview

Genres

Mystery Thriller

Release Date

October 10, 2019

Rating

7.4 /10

Runtime

1h 42m

Kim Sang-kyung

Master Sgt. Kim Ki-chae

Park Sun-young

Madam

Heo Sung-tae

Noh Suk-hyon, owner

Kim Ji-hoon

Oh Hang-chul, poet

Kim Dong-young

Park In-seong, painter

Jeong Ji-sun

Woo Byeong-hong, painter

Han Ji-an

Yoo-jung

Nam Sung-jin

Baek Doo-hwan

Dong Bang-yu

Shin Yoon-chi, professor

Kim Hui-sang

Lee Ki-seob, painter

Nam Yeon-yu

Ki Jin-woo

Kim He-sang

Lee ki-seob

Alunauwie

10.0/10

Sep 19, 2025

The 12th Suspect is a gripping mystery set in post-war Korea, focusing on the political tension surrounding intellectuals who are seen as threats to authority. With a confined café setting that feels like a theatrical stage, the film skillfully builds suspense through sharp dialogue, well-placed twists, and strong performances, despite a few logical oversights. The ambiguous, cliffhanger ending leaves viewers questioning truth and guilt, making it a compelling watch for mystery lovers who enjoy piecing together complex narratives. Read the full review here: (Indonesian version : alunauwie.com)

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