Confession of Murder (2012)

Kernel Score: 80% · 322 ratings

Genres: Action, Thriller

Released: 2012-11-08

Runtime: 119 minutes

Where to watch Confession of Murder

  • Stream: Prime Video
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  • Rent: Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube
  • Buy: Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube

US availability, updated 2026-10-23.

Overview

A serial killer reappears 15 years after his murder spree with a book detailing his crimes. The resentful cop who failed to catch him before is assigned to protect him. The families of the victims plan revenge. And as the media circus spirals out of control, a masked man called "J" appears claiming to be the real killer.

Confession of Murder parents' guide: ages 13+

Parents need to know that this Korean thriller follows a serial killer's reappearance and the cop and victims' families seeking justice or revenge.

  • Violence & scariness: Moderate — Centers on a serial killer's past murder spree and the resentful cop and victims' families now confronting him.

Fresh Kernels AI-assessed from publicly documented content. A guide for families, not an official rating.

Director

Jung Byung-gil

Cast

  • Jung Jae-young as Det. Choi Hyung-goo
  • Park Si-hoo as Lee Doo-suk
  • Jung Hae-kyun as Jay
  • Kim Young-ae as Han Ji-soo
  • Choi Won-young as Jung Tae-suk
  • Kim Jong-goo as Snake Hunter
  • Jang Kwang as Director
  • Cho Eun-ji as Choi Kang-sook
  • Oh Yong as Kang Do-hyeok
  • Park Woong as Director Kim

Confession of Murder FAQ

Is Confession of Murder good?

Confession of Murder has an 80% Kernel Score on Fresh Kernels from 322 audience ratings.

Where can I watch Confession of Murder?

In the US you can stream Confession of Murder on Prime Video, watch it free with ads on Kanopy, Fawesome, Pluto TV, Plex and Xumo Play and rent it from Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play and YouTube.

Is Confession of Murder OK for kids?

Fresh Kernels suggests ages 13+. Parents need to know that this Korean thriller follows a serial killer's reappearance and the cop and victims' families seeking justice or revenge.