Where can I watch The Wailing in the Philippines?

No streaming platform for the Philippines is listed yet in TMDB/JustWatch data as of 24 October 2026. Check local streaming services and digital stores for updates.

Who is in the cast of The Wailing?

Kwak Do-won stars as Jong-goo, with Hwang Jung-min as Il-gwang, Chun Woo-hee as Moo-myeong and Jun Kunimura as The Stranger. Kim Hwan-hee, Heo Jin and Jang So-yeon also appear.

What is The Wailing about?

A small-town police officer investigates mysterious deaths and a spreading illness in his rural community. The case becomes personal when his daughter is affected, and it pulls him into the world of shamanism and the occult.

How long is The Wailing?

The Wailing runs 156 minutes, or about 2 hours and 36 minutes. Its dialogue is in Korean and Japanese.

The Wailing (2016): Plot, Cast & Where to Watch in PH

The Wailing Plot: What the Film Is About (No Spoilers)

In a quiet rural community in South Korea, the calm is broken by a string of violent deaths. Townspeople begin falling into a strange illness, and no one can say where it comes from. Rumours spread quickly, and many of them point to a stranger who has recently settled nearby.

Jong-goo is a small-town police officer who is more used to routine than real crime. He is pulled into the investigation and soon finds himself out of his depth. The case turns personal when his own daughter starts showing signs of the same affliction. From that moment, solving the mystery is about protecting his family, not just doing his job.

As ordinary police work fails to explain what is happening, Jong-goo is drawn toward the occult. Shamanic rituals, talk of curses and possession, and the question of whom to trust all enter the picture. The film’s tagline, “Never be tempted,” hints at the uneasy choices ahead. The story leaves plenty of room for viewers to form their own interpretations.

The Wailing — Mood illustration, not a still from the film — Mood illustration, not a still from the film

Review Guide: What Makes The Wailing Notable

Director and writer: The Wailing (original title: 곡성) was written and directed by Na Hong-jin, who handled both the script and the camera side of the project.
Cast: Kwak Do-won leads as Jong-goo, alongside Hwang Jung-min as Il-gwang, Chun Woo-hee as Moo-myeong and Japanese actor Jun Kunimura as The Stranger. The ensemble also includes Kim Hwan-hee (Hyo-jin), Heo Jin (Mother-in-Law), Jang So-yeon (Jong-goo’s Wife), Kim Do-yoon (Yang Yi-sam), Cho Han-chul (Detective) and Son Kang-gook (Oh Sung-bok).
Genre: The film blends horror and mystery and draws on folk horror traditions. Its themes include shamanism, exorcism, divination and possession, set against a police procedural backdrop.
Origin: It is a South Korea–United States co-production. The companies behind it are Fox International Productions, Ivanhoe Pictures, Side Mirror and 20th Century Fox Korea.
Language and length: The dialogue is in Korean and Japanese, and the runtime is 156 minutes (about 2 hours 36 minutes). This makes it a long-form, slow-building horror experience.
Ambiguity by design: The film is known for its ambiguous storytelling, which invites debate and rewatches.

This page does not include a written review score. The Drama4U Score is shown separately on this page.

Who Will Enjoy The Wailing

Fans of Korean cinema who want something darker than mainstream K-drama fare
Horror viewers who prefer dread, atmosphere and folklore over quick jump scares
Mystery lovers who enjoy piecing together clues and debating interpretations afterwards
Viewers interested in shamanism, rural traditions and occult themes on screen
Anyone with time for a long, immersive watch of over two and a half hours

Release Date in the Philippines & Where to Watch

The Wailing first premiered on 12 May 2016, so the film is already out. A specific Philippine release date has not been announced in the data available to us.

As for streaming, no platform for the Philippines is yet listed in TMDB/JustWatch data as of 24 October 2026. Availability can change, so check your preferred local streaming services or digital stores for updates. An official trailer is available, and it is a good way to get a feel for the film’s tone before watching.

Trailer

Cast

Kwak Do-wonas Jong-goo
Hwang Jung-minas Il-gwangSee credits →
Chun Woo-heeas Moo-myeong
Jun Kunimuraas The StrangerSee credits →
Kim Hwan-heeas Hyo-jin
Heo Jinas Mother-in-Law
Jang So-yeonas Jong-goo's Wife
Kim Do-yoonas Yang Yi-samSee credits →

Photo: TMDB

FAQ

When was The Wailing released in the Philippines?: The Wailing first premiered on 12 May 2016. A specific Philippine release date has not been announced in the available data, but the film itself is already out.
Where can I watch The Wailing in the Philippines?: No streaming platform for the Philippines is listed yet in TMDB/JustWatch data as of 24 October 2026. Check local streaming services and digital stores for updates.
Who is in the cast of The Wailing?: Kwak Do-won stars as Jong-goo, with Hwang Jung-min as Il-gwang, Chun Woo-hee as Moo-myeong and Jun Kunimura as The Stranger. Kim Hwan-hee, Heo Jin and Jang So-yeon also appear.
What is The Wailing about?: A small-town police officer investigates mysterious deaths and a spreading illness in his rural community. The case becomes personal when his daughter is affected, and it pulls him into the world of shamanism and the occult.
How long is The Wailing?: The Wailing runs 156 minutes, or about 2 hours and 36 minutes. Its dialogue is in Korean and Japanese.

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