Good News (2025)
Film · Thriller, Comedy, History
Stream itif you enjoy high-energy capers that balance historical tension with irreverent, zany humour.
A high-stakes hijacking thriller that leans into zany comedy and clever schemes for its entertainment value. It is an energetic and fast-paced ride that prioritizes wit and broad humor despite its perilous premise and historical backdrop.
What it is about
When hijackers seize a Japanese flight and demand to fly to Pyongyang, a mysterious mastermind hatches a zany scheme to reroute the plane to Seoul.
Trailer
What Good News is like, and who it is for
What it is like to watch
Watching this film feels like a frantic, high-altitude balancing act between a tense hostage drama and a chaotic heist movie. The pace is relentless, driven by sharp-witted schemes and an energetic visual style that refuses to settle. While the backdrop involves a serious geopolitical crisis, the execution prioritises clever subversion and broad, slapstick-adjacent wit, making the intensity feel more like a thrill ride than a grim documentary.
Who it is for, and who should skip it
This is perfect for viewers who like their thrillers with a heavy dose of irony and stylish eccentricity. It suits fans of fast-talking masterminds and convoluted plans that teeter on the edge of disaster. However, those seeking a sombre, historically accurate account of aviation politics may find the zany tone distracting. The film is undeniably loud and prioritises entertainment value over realism, which might alienate fans of gritty, grounded drama.
The right evening for it
It is an ideal choice for a Friday night when you want something epic and loud that doesn't demand heavy emotional labour. It pairs well with a lively atmosphere and a large screen to capture the scale of its ambition.
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Teaser
Teaser · Official Teaser [ENG SUB]
How Good News 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 energised and slightly breathless, with the lingering satisfaction of a complex puzzle solved through sheer audacity and wit.
Stills
Images from TMDB.
More clips
Teaser · Date Announcement [ENG SUB]
Featurette · Cast and Crew Q&A | TIFF 2025
Behind the Scenes · Making Of [ENG SUB]
Good News soundtrack
Music by Kim Hong-jip and Lee Jin-hee
Questions people ask
- Is Good News a funny film?
- Yes. On Watchlist Boosted it is tagged Funny, with an epic streak. A high-stakes hijacking thriller that leans into zany comedy and clever schemes for its entertainment value. It is an energetic and fast-paced ride that prioritizes wit and broad humor despite its perilous premise and historical backdrop.
- How long is Good News?
- Good News runs 136 min and was released in 2025.
- Where can I watch Good News in Australia?
- In Australia, Good News is included with Netflix (all plans).
- Who composed the music for Good News?
- The music for Good News is by Kim Hong-jip and Lee Jin-hee.
- Is Good News worth watching?
- Stream it: if you enjoy high-energy capers that balance historical tension with irreverent, zany humour. IMDb users rate it 6.4 out of 10 from 865 votes, Rotten Tomatoes gives it 92% and TMDB users 7.0.
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