Secret Sunshine (2007)
Kernel Score: 79% · 226 ratings · Rated NR
Genres: Drama
Released: 2007-05-23
Runtime: 143 minutes
Where to watch Secret Sunshine
- Stream: Philo, AMC+, Sundance Now
- Free with ads: Kanopy
- Rent: Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube
- Buy: Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube
US availability, updated 2026-10-22.
Overview
Shin-ae moves to her recently late husband’s hometown. Despite her efforts to settle in this unfamiliar and too-normal place, she finds that she can’t fit in. After a sudden tragedy, Shin-ae turns to Christianity to relieve her pain, but when even this is not permitted, she wages a war against God.
Secret Sunshine parents' guide: ages 12+
Parents need to know that Secret Sunshine is a drama following a mother's grief after tragedy and a kidnapping, and her crisis of faith.
- Violence & scariness: Some — Involves a child kidnapping and a suicide attempt as central plot elements.
Fresh Kernels AI-assessed from the official NR rating, publicly documented content. A guide for families, not an official rating.
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Director
Cast
- Jeon Do-yeon as Lee Shin-ae
- Song Kang-ho as Kim Jong-chan
- Jo Young-jin as Park Do-seop
- Seon Jeong-yeop as Jun
- Kim Young-jae as Lee Min-ki
- Park Myung-shin as Female Missionary
- Cha Mi-kyeong as Boutique Owner
- Oh Man-seok as Pastor
- Jang Hye-jin as Park Myung-sook
- Lee Sung-min as Cook
Secret Sunshine FAQ
Is Secret Sunshine good?
Secret Sunshine has a 79% Kernel Score on Fresh Kernels from 226 audience ratings.
Where can I watch Secret Sunshine?
In the US you can stream Secret Sunshine on Philo, AMC+ and Sundance Now, watch it free with ads on Kanopy and rent it from Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play and YouTube.
Is Secret Sunshine OK for kids?
Secret Sunshine is rated NR. Fresh Kernels suggests ages 12+. Parents need to know that Secret Sunshine is a drama following a mother's grief after tragedy and a kidnapping, and her crisis of faith.
What movies are like Secret Sunshine?
If you liked Secret Sunshine, try The Shack, The Hours, Philomena and Ordinary Angels.