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Oldboy (2003)

Oh Dae-su

Film guide, starting point, and performer.

Oh Dae-su in Oldboy (2003), played by Choi Min-sik.

Film guide · 1 film · 2003 · 1 performer

THE MOVIE

Oh Dae-su on screen

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Film guide · 1 film · 2003Main sequence runtime: 2h 0m
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    2003 · 2h 0m

    Portrayed by Choi Min-sik · screen performanceMovie guide
    MoviHero score92/100MUST WATCH

THE PERFORMANCE

Who plays Oh Dae-su?

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Choi Min-sik portraitChoi Min-sikscreen performance

Choi Min-sik plays Oh Dae-su in Oldboy.

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FILM AND PERFORMER CREDITS

Oh Dae-su screen credits

Screen credits: Oldboy (2003) — Choi Min-sik as Oh Dae-su.

WORDS THAT STAY WITH YOU

Signature lines

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“As I expected, I can't get along with anyone today either.”

Oldboy (2003)

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WHO TO EXPLORE NEXT

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