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The 12th Suspect (2019)

7.4 | Oct 10, 2019 (KR) | Mystery, Thriller | 01:42

Set in a teahouse in Myeong-dong, Seoul right after the end of the Korean War, The 12th Suspect follows the suffocating psychological showdown that takes place between a detective and the 11 suspects who find themselves caught up in a murder case.

Featured Crew

Writer, Director
Visual Effects Supervisor
Fight Choreographer
Production Sound Mixer
Makeup & Hair
Music
Lighting Director
Director of Photography
Editor
Sound Supervisor

Cast

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Kim Sang-kyung
Master Sgt. Kim Ki-chae
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Heo Sung-tae
Noh Suk-hyon, owner
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Kim Ji-hoon
Oh Hang-chul, poet
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Kim Dong-young
Park In-seong, painter
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Jeong Ji-sun
Woo Byeong-hong, painter
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Han Ji-an
Yoo-jung
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Nam Sung-jin
Baek Doo-hwan
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Dong Bang-yu
Shin Yoon-chi, professor
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Kim Hui-sang
Lee Ki-seob, painter

Reviews

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Alunauwie
10 | Sep 19, 2025
The 12th Suspect is a gripping mystery set in post-war Korea, focusing on the political tension surrounding intellectuals who are seen as threats to authority. With a confined café setting that feels like a theatrical stage, the film skillfully builds suspense through sharp dialogue, well-placed twists, and strong performances, despite a few logical oversights. The ambiguous, cliffhanger ending leaves viewers questioning truth and guilt, making it a compelling watch for mystery lovers who enjoy piecing together complex narratives. Read the full review here: (Indonesian version : alunauwie.com)