The Merciless 2017
"Careful who you trust."
Directed by Byun Sung-hyun, *The Merciless (2017)* is a gripping fusion of action, crime, and mystery that dives deep into the treacherous world of prison alliances and post-release betrayals.
Director: Byun Sung-hyun
Cast
Sul Kyung-gu
Han Jae-ho
Yim Si-wan
Jo Hyun-su
Kim Hie-won
Byung-gab
Jeon Hye-jin
In-sook
Lee Kyung-young
Byung-chul
Moon Ji-yoon
Young-geun
Jang In-sub
Min-chul
Kim Ji-hoon
Jung-sik
Kim Seung-o
Seung-pil
Jin Sun-kyu
Prison Chief Security Officer
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Merciless (2017) about?
The film tracks Jae-ho's rise in the criminal world as he targets the top of a powerful organization, forming a shaky alliance with prison newcomer Hyun-su. Their fragile trust unravels after release, revealing deeper, dangerous motives as they clash in a battle of ambition and survival.
Who directed The Merciless?
The film was directed by Byun Sung-hyun, known for crafting intense, character-driven crime thrillers with sharp narrative twists.
Who stars in The Merciless?
The lead roles are played by Sul Kyung-gu as Jae-ho and Yim Si-wan as Hyun-su, supported by Kim Hie-won, Jeon Hye-jin, and Lee Kyung-young.
Is The Merciless (2017) worth watching?
With its tight script and stellar cast, *The Merciless (2017)* delivers a compelling mix of tension and moral complexity. While it doesn't have an IMDb rating, its crime-thriller credentials and Byun Sung-hyun's direction make it a solid pick for fans of the genre.
How long is The Merciless?
The Merciless runs for 120 minutes, offering a full immersion into its high-stakes narrative.
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About The Merciless (2017) — A Crime Thriller of Betrayal and Ambition
Directed by Byun Sung-hyun, *The Merciless (2017)* is a gripping fusion of action, crime, and mystery that dives deep into the treacherous world of prison alliances and post-release betrayals.
Set against the gritty backdrop of a South Korean crime organization, the film follows Jae-ho (Sul Kyung-gu), a ruthless climber with ambitions to dominate the underworld. In prison, he forms a tense bond with Hyun-su (Yim Si-wan), a cunning newcomer with his own agenda. Their fragile trust fractures upon release as hidden motives surface, turning their partnership into a high-stakes power struggle. With razor-sharp tension and moral ambiguity, *The Merciless (2017)* explores loyalty, ambition, and the cost of betrayal.
