The Good, the Bad, the Weird (2008)
Kernel Score: 79% · 789 ratings · Rated R
Genres: Action, Adventure, Comedy, Western
Released: 2008-07-16
Runtime: 130 minutes
Where to watch The Good, the Bad, the Weird
- Stream: Philo, AMC+, Sundance Now
- Free with ads: Kanopy, The Roku Channel
- Rent: Apple TV
- Buy: Prime Video, Apple TV
US availability, updated 2026-10-22.
Overview
The story of three Korean outlaws in 1930s Manchuria and their dealings with the Japanese army and Chinese and Russian bandits. The Good (a bounty hunter), the Bad (a hitman), and the Weird (a thief) battle the army and the bandits in a race to use a treasure map to uncover the riches of legend.
The Good, the Bad, the Weird parents' guide: ages 15+
Parents need to know that The Good, the Bad, the Weird is an R-rated action Western with gunfights and violent outlaw conflict.
- Violence & scariness: Strong — R-rated Western violence including gunfights, chases, and battles between outlaws, army, and bandits.
- Drinking, drugs & smoking: A little — Some incidental drinking typical of the Western genre.
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
Cast
- Song Kang-ho as Yoon Tae-goo
- Lee Byung-hun as Park Chang-yi
- Jung Woo-sung as Park Do-won
- Yoon Je-moon as Byung-choon
- Ryu Seung-su as Man-gil
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- Oh Dal-su as Mr. Park
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The Good, the Bad, the Weird FAQ
Is The Good, the Bad, the Weird good?
The Good, the Bad, the Weird has a 79% Kernel Score on Fresh Kernels from 789 audience ratings.
Where can I watch The Good, the Bad, the Weird?
In the US you can stream The Good, the Bad, the Weird on Philo, AMC+ and Sundance Now, watch it free with ads on Kanopy and The Roku Channel and rent it from Apple TV.
Is The Good, the Bad, the Weird OK for kids?
The Good, the Bad, the Weird is rated R. Fresh Kernels suggests ages 15+. Parents need to know that The Good, the Bad, the Weird is an R-rated action Western with gunfights and violent outlaw conflict.
What movies are like The Good, the Bad, the Weird?
If you liked The Good, the Bad, the Weird, try The Magnificent Seven, El Infierno, Trinity Is Still My Name and The Sun Is Also a Star.