Extreme Job
Extreme Job

Extreme Job

2019Movie111 minKorean

A drug squad attempts to take down a criminal organization and they must go undercover to do so, so they begin working at a chicken restaurant, that becomes famous for its delicious chicken. Due to the unexpected popularity, the detectives find themselves in a situation they never expected.

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IMDb6.9/10
Rotten Tomatoes91%
Google Users95%
Director: Lee Byeong-heonGenres: Action, Comedy

Plot Summary

A squad of detectives goes undercover to bust a drug operation, but their stakeout turns into a culinary sensation when their fried chicken joint becomes a viral hit. As the pressure mounts to catch the criminals, they must balance their secret mission with the unexpected demands of running a successful restaurant.

Critical Reception

Extreme Job was a massive critical and commercial success, lauded for its unique blend of action and comedy, its fast-paced narrative, and the ensemble cast's chemistry. It became the second highest-grossing film in South Korean history and received widespread praise for its originality and humor.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its inventive premise and hilarious execution.
  • Applauded for its blend of action sequences and laugh-out-loud comedy.
  • Praised for the charismatic performances of its lead actors.

Google audience: Audiences overwhelmingly enjoyed the film's unique concept, finding it incredibly funny and entertaining. The blend of police procedural and food business success resonated well, with many highlighting the chemistry of the cast and the overall feel-good nature of the movie.

Awards & Accolades

Won numerous awards including Best Film at the Blue Dragon Film Awards and multiple awards at the Baeksang Arts Awards.

Fun Fact

The film's iconic fried chicken recipe used in the movie was developed and popularized to the point where actual restaurants started selling it under the name 'Suwon Wang's Frying Chicken'.

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