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Lee Byung-hun Stars in Dark Drama 'No Other Choice'

1/21/2026

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Story summary

Lee Byung-hun, the first South Korean actor to present an Academy Award, stars in No Other Choice as Yoo Man-su, a manager who murders after losing his job.
The film comments on masculinity and societal issues.
Lee also voices Gwi-Ma in KPop Demon Hunters, which became a global hit.
No Other Choice releases in UK cinemas on January 23.
Squid Game has shifted perceptions in Korea.

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Story summary

Lee Byung-hun, the first South Korean actor to present an Academy Award, stars in No Other Choice as Yoo Man-su, a manager who murders after losing his job.
The film comments on masculinity and societal issues.
Lee also voices Gwi-Ma in KPop Demon Hunters, which became a global hit.
No Other Choice releases in UK cinemas on January 23.
Squid Game has shifted perceptions in Korea.