Pandora (2016)
Kernel Score: 85% · 502 ratings · Rated R
Genres: Thriller, Drama, Action
Released: 2016-12-07
Runtime: 136 minutes
Where to watch Pandora
- Stream: Netflix
US availability, updated 2026-10-23.
Overview
When an earthquake hits a Korean village housing a run-down nuclear power plant, a man risks his life to save the country from imminent disaster.
Pandora parents' guide: ages 15+
Parents need to know that Pandora is an R-rated Korean disaster thriller about a nuclear power plant meltdown following an earthquake.
- Violence & scariness: Moderate — The film depicts a nuclear disaster with explosions, fallout, and life-threatening danger to a small town.
Fresh Kernels AI-assessed from the official R rating, publicly documented content. A guide for families, not an official rating.
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Director
Park Jung-woo
Cast
- Kim Nam-gil as Jae-hyuk
- Kim Joo-hyun as Yeon-joo
- Kim Myung-min as President
- Lee Kyung-young as Prime Minister
- Kim Young-ae as Mrs. Seok
- Jung Jin-young as Pyung-sub
- Moon Jeong-hee as Jeong-hye
- Bae Gang-Yoo as Min-jae
- Kim Dae-myung as Gil-seop
- Yoo Seung-mok as Mr. Kam
Pandora FAQ
Is Pandora good?
Pandora has an 85% Kernel Score on Fresh Kernels from 502 audience ratings.
Where can I watch Pandora?
In the US you can stream Pandora on Netflix.
Is Pandora OK for kids?
Pandora is rated R. Fresh Kernels suggests ages 15+. Parents need to know that Pandora is an R-rated Korean disaster thriller about a nuclear power plant meltdown following an earthquake.
What movies are like Pandora?
If you liked Pandora, try The Chaser, Hard Hit, Sympathy for Mr. Vengeance and The Tower.