Na Hong-jin’s Hope Brings Cosmic Horror to Theatres on September 9, 2026
Visionary South Korean filmmaker Na Hong-jin (The Wailing, The Chaser, The Yellow Sea) returns with HOPE, an ambitious sci-fi horror thriller that blends mystery, creature horror, and cosmic terror into one unforgettable cinematic experience.
Featuring an acclaimed international cast led by Hwang Jung-min, Zo In-sung, Hoyeon, Alicia Vikander, Michael Fassbender, and Taylor Russell, Hope arrives exclusively in theatres on September 9, 2026.
Hope
- Director: Na Hong-jin
- Starring: Hwang Jung-min, Zo In-sung, Hoyeon, Alicia Vikander, Michael Fassbender, Taylor Russell, Cameron Britton, Lee Sang-hee
- Genre: Science Fiction, Mystery, Action
- Runtime: 157 mins
- User Rating: ★ 7.8
Plot Synopsis
In the quiet coastal village of Hope Harbor, life is shattered when reports emerge of a mysterious creature terrorizing the local community.
Veteran police chief Go Bum-seok (Hwang Jung-min) and determined officer Lim Sung-ae (Hoyeon) begin investigating the disturbing incidents, believing they are dealing with a dangerous but explainable threat.
They couldn’t be more wrong.
As the investigation deepens, the pair discover that appearances can be dangerously deceptive. Fear, misunderstanding, and escalating conflict among the villagers begin to fuel a catastrophe far greater than anyone imagined.
What starts as a local mystery soon spirals into a terrifying chain of events with consequences that reach far beyond the isolated village, evolving into a tragedy of cosmic proportions that challenges humanity’s understanding of its place in the universe.
Cast & Characters
- Hwang Jung-min as Go Bum-seok – The veteran police chief investigating the mysterious attacks.
- Zo In-sung as Go Sung-ki
- Hoyeon as Lim Sung-ae – A police officer drawn into the terrifying mystery.
- Alicia Vikander as J’aur
- Michael Fassbender as Ma’veyyo
- Taylor Russell as Ai’dovor
Creative Team
Director
- Na Hong-jin
Writer
- Na Hong-jin
A Bold Blend of Creature Horror and Cosmic Science Fiction
Known for crafting atmospheric and deeply unsettling thrillers, Na Hong-jin expands his storytelling into epic science fiction with Hope. The film combines the tension of a creature feature with psychological horror and cosmic mystery, exploring how fear, prejudice, and human conflict can unleash unimaginable consequences.
Set against the haunting backdrop of a remote South Korean fishing village, Hope promises stunning visuals, nerve-racking suspense, and an emotionally powerful story that gradually unfolds into a large-scale cosmic nightmare.
Release Date
Hope opens exclusively in theatres on September 9, 2026.
