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The Spy Gone North

7.320182h 18mPG-13MovieDramaHistoryThriller

South Korea, 1993. An agent of the National Intelligence Service is sent to Beijing to infiltrate a group of North Korean officials with the ultimate goal of obtaining information about their nuclear program.

DirectorYoon Jong-bin

WritersYoon Jong-bin·Kwon Sung-hui

ProducersKuk Su-ran·Son Sang-bum

Where to watch

Rakuten Viki

Availability shown for United States · rights vary by country

Cast · Directed by Yoon Jong-bin

Hwang Jung-min

Heuk Geum-seong / Park Seok-yeong

Section Chief Jeong Moo-taek

President Kim Jong-il

National Assembly Member Park

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The Spy Gone North — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams The Spy Gone North?

The Spy Gone North is streaming on Rakuten Viki in United States, and available to rent or buy on Amazon Video and Google Play Movies. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is The Spy Gone North on Netflix?

No, The Spy Gone North is not on Netflix in United States as of October 2026. It's currently on Rakuten Viki.

Is The Spy Gone North on Amazon Prime Video?

The Spy Gone North isn't included with a Prime Video subscription in United States, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video.

Where can I watch The Spy Gone North for free?

The Spy Gone North is available on Rakuten Viki in United States, but you'll need an active subscription — there's no free option right now.

Is The Spy Gone North based on a true story?

Yes — The Spy Gone North is based on true events, dramatising real people and events (some details may be fictionalised for the screen).