The Net (2016)
Kernel Score: 81% · 200 ratings
Genres: Drama
Released: 2016-10-06
Runtime: 114 minutes
Where to watch The Net
- Stream: Prime Video
- Free with ads: Prime Video (free with ads), Amazon MX Player
US availability, updated 2026-10-23.
Overview
A poor North Korean fisherman finds himself an accidental defector, and is groomed to be a spy by an ambitious South Korean military officer.
The Net parents' guide: ages 11+
Parents need to know that The Net is a drama about a North Korean fisherman turned accidental defector and spy.
- Violence & scariness: Some — Political thriller elements involving espionage and defection carry tension and implied danger, though no graphic violence is described.
Fresh Kernels AI-assessed from publicly documented content. A guide for families, not an official rating.
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Director
Cast
- Ryoo Seung-bum as Nam Chul-woo
- Lee Won-keun as Oh Jin-woo
- Kim Young-min as Inspector
- Choi Gwi-hwa as Director Lee
- Lee Na-ra as Chul-woo's Wife
- Kim Su-an as North Korean Flower Girl
- Jeong Ha-dam as Jin Dal-rae
- Sung Hyun-ah as Consultant
- Ahn Ji-hye as Min-ja
- Hwang Geon as Agent
The Net FAQ
Is The Net good?
The Net has an 81% Kernel Score on Fresh Kernels from 200 audience ratings.
Where can I watch The Net?
In the US you can stream The Net on Prime Video and watch it free with ads on Prime Video (free with ads) and Amazon MX Player.
Is The Net OK for kids?
Fresh Kernels suggests ages 11+. Parents need to know that The Net is a drama about a North Korean fisherman turned accidental defector and spy.
What movies are like The Net?
If you liked The Net, try The Spy Gone North, The Suspect, Secretly, Greatly and Steel Rain.