Humint (2026)
Film · Thriller, Action, Drama
Stream itif you enjoy high-octane espionage with a gritty, international scale and strong choreography.
A slickly produced espionage thriller that thrives on international intrigue and high-stakes confrontation. It is an adrenaline-fueled experience designed for fans of modern South Korean action cinema.
What it is about
A South Korean agent hunts a drug ring in Russia and goes head-to-head with a North Korean operative — pulling both into peril and tangled secrets.
Trailer
What Humint is like, and who it is for
What it is like to watch
The experience is kinetic and expansive, operating with the relentless momentum typical of Ryoo Seung-wan's filmography. The Russian setting provides a cold, industrial backdrop for elaborate set pieces that balance tactical tension with brutal, hand-to-hand combat. It feels polished and urgent, leaning heavily into the visceral impact of its action sequences while maintaining a thick atmosphere of geopolitical paranoia throughout.
Who it is for, and who should skip it
It is tailor-made for those who appreciate the technical precision and stylish violence of modern South Korean action cinema. Fans of layered spy craft will find plenty to dig into, though it may feel overly dense for those seeking a light evening. A significant caveat is that the plot relies on a heavy web of double-crosses which can occasionally feel convoluted during its two-hour runtime.
The right evening for it
This suits an evening when you want a high-energy spectacle that demands your full attention. It is best watched when you are in the mood for a complex, fast-moving puzzle.
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Another trailer
Trailer · Official Second Trailer [Subtitled]
How Humint leaves you
One line on the mood it ends on, with no plot. Some people count that as a spoiler, so it stays hidden until you ask.
Expect to come away feeling invigorated but breathless, carrying the weight of a complex, high-stakes game where every loyalty is under constant, brutal pressure.
Stills
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More clips
Trailer · Official First Trailer [Subtitled]
Teaser · Official Launch Trailer
Humint soundtrack
Music by Cho Young-wuk
Questions people ask
- Is Humint an epic film?
- Yes. On Watchlist Boosted it is tagged Epic. A slickly produced espionage thriller that thrives on international intrigue and high-stakes confrontation. It is an adrenaline-fueled experience designed for fans of modern South Korean action cinema.
- How long is Humint?
- Humint runs 120 min and was released in 2026.
- Where can I watch Humint in Australia?
- In Australia, Humint is included with Netflix (all plans).
- Who composed the music for Humint?
- The music for Humint is by Cho Young-wuk.
- Is Humint worth watching?
- Stream it: if you enjoy high-octane espionage with a gritty, international scale and strong choreography. IMDb users rate it 6.4 out of 10 from 4,093 votes and TMDB users 7.4.
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