The Tower (2012)

Kernel Score: 76% · 313 ratings · Rated PG-13

Genres: Action, Drama

Released: 2012-12-25

Runtime: 121 minutes

Where to watch The Tower

  • Rent: Prime Video, Apple TV
  • Buy: Prime Video, Apple TV

US availability, updated 2026-10-23.

Overview

Tower Sky, a luxurious building complex, has organised a lavish Christmas party for its VIP guests. However, things go awry when a fire breaks out and thousands of lives are endangered.

The Tower parents' guide: ages 11+

Parents need to know that The Tower is a PG-13 disaster action film about a fire and explosion endangering thousands at a Christmas party.

  • Violence & scariness: Moderate — Depicts a large-scale fire, explosion, panic, and survival disaster scenario.

Fresh Kernels AI-assessed from the official PG-13 rating, publicly documented content. A guide for families, not an official rating.

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Director

Kim Ji-hoon

Cast

  • Sul Kyung-gu as Kang Young-ki
  • Son Ye-jin as Seo Yoon-hee
  • Kim Sang-kyung as Lee Dae-ho
  • Jo Min-ah as Lee Ha-na
  • Do Ji-han as Lee Seon-woo
  • Ahn Sung-ki as Fire Station Chief
  • Lee Han-wi as Kim Jang-ro
  • Cha In-pyo as President Jo
  • Song Jae-ho as Mr. Yoon
  • Lee Joo-sil as Mrs. Jung

The Tower FAQ

Is The Tower good?

The Tower has a 76% Kernel Score on Fresh Kernels from 313 audience ratings.

Where can I watch The Tower?

In the US you can rent it from Prime Video and Apple TV.

Is The Tower OK for kids?

The Tower is rated PG-13. Fresh Kernels suggests ages 11+. Parents need to know that The Tower is a PG-13 disaster action film about a fire and explosion endangering thousands at a Christmas party.

What movies are like The Tower?

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