
The Bow
A girl who thought the sea was the whole world, became the whole world to an old man.
On a fishing boat at sea, a 60-year old man has been raising a girl since she was a child. It is agreed that they will get married on her 17th birthday. They live a quiet and secluded life, renting the boat to day fishermen and practicing strange divination rites. Their life changes when a teenage student comes aboard.
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Movie Details
- Original Title: 활
- Genres: Drama
- Release Date: 2005-05-12
- Runtime: 90 minutes
- Rating: 6.9/10 (213 votes)
- Budget: $950,000
- Revenue: $2,032,404
- Production Companies: Kim Ki Duk Film, Happinet Pictures, Cineclick Asia
- Status: Released
- Popularity: 1.97
- Languages: Korean
Cast & Crew

Han Yeo-reum
as Young Girl

Jeon Seong-hwan
as Old Man

Seo Ji-seok
as Student

Jeon Kuk-hwan
as Student's Father

Kim Ik-tae
as Man 1

Jang Dae-sung
as Man 2

Jo Hyun-wu
as Man 3

Shin Taek-gi
as Fisherman

Pyo Sang-woo
as Hoodwinker
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Trailers & Clips
Hwal - The Bow (2005) 활 (Trailer)
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Bow?▼
The Bow is a Drama movie directed by . It was released on 2005-05-12.
Who are the main actors in The Bow?▼
The main cast includes Han Yeo-reum, Jeon Seong-hwan, Seo Ji-seok, Jeon Kuk-hwan, Kim Ik-tae, .
Where can I watch The Bow online?▼
You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if The Bow is available.
Is The Bow based on a true story?▼
A girl who thought the sea was the whole world, became the whole world to an old man.
What is the IMDb rating of The Bow?▼
The Bow has an IMDb rating of 6.9/10 based on 213 votes.
What is the budget and revenue of The Bow?▼
The movie had a production budget of $950,000 and earned $2,032,404 at the box office.
Who composed the soundtrack for The Bow?▼
The soundtrack was composed by Kim Ki Duk Film, Happinet Pictures, Cineclick Asia. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.
Where was The Bow filmed?▼
The Bow was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.
How long is The Bow?▼
The total runtime of The Bow is 90 minutes.
Is The Bow suitable for kids?▼
The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.
Will there be a sequel to The Bow?▼
There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to The Bow.
Does The Bow have a post-credit scene?▼
Some movies include post-credit scenes. Stay till the end to find out!
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