Peppermint Candy (2000)
Kernel Score: 86% · 285 ratings
Genres: Drama
Released: 2000-01-01
Runtime: 131 minutes
Where to watch Peppermint Candy
- Stream: Metrograph, Film Movement Plus
- Free with ads: Kanopy, Hoopla
- Rent: Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube
- Buy: Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube
US availability, updated 2026-10-22.
Overview
In the spring of 1999, a group of old friends gather to celebrate their 20 year reunion. Among the group is Yeong-ho, a cold, unhappy man, whose demeanor puts a damper on the festivities. The seriousness of Yeong-ho's depression becomes apparent when he climbs a railroad bridge and looks like he might jump. At this crucial moment, memories of seven crucial episodes from Yeong-ho's past flood his mind.
Peppermint Candy parents' guide: ages 13+
Parents need to know that Peppermint Candy is a serious Korean drama dealing with suicide, political violence, and traumatic memories.
- Violence & scariness: Moderate — Depicts a suicide attempt, martial law crackdown, and interrogation tied to a real historical uprising.
Fresh Kernels AI-assessed from publicly documented content. A guide for families, not an official rating.
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Director
Cast
- Sul Kyung-gu as Kim Yeong-ho
- Moon So-ri as Yun Sun-im
- Kim Yeo-jin as Hong-ja
- Suh Jung as Miss Lee
- Go Seo-hee as Kyeong-ah
- Kim In-kwon as Sergeant Lee
- Lee Dae-yeon as Detective Kang
- Gong Hyung-jin as Detective Song
- Kim Kyung-ik as Park Myung-sik
- Park Se-bum as Shin Kwang-man
Peppermint Candy FAQ
Is Peppermint Candy good?
Peppermint Candy has an 86% Kernel Score on Fresh Kernels from 285 audience ratings.
Where can I watch Peppermint Candy?
In the US you can stream Peppermint Candy on Metrograph and Film Movement Plus, watch it free with ads on Kanopy and Hoopla and rent it from Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play and YouTube.
Is Peppermint Candy OK for kids?
Fresh Kernels suggests ages 13+. Parents need to know that Peppermint Candy is a serious Korean drama dealing with suicide, political violence, and traumatic memories.
What movies are like Peppermint Candy?
If you liked Peppermint Candy, try Magnolia, Friends: The Reunion, A Taxi Driver and Disconnect.