Where to Watch Oldboy in Canada (2023)

Cinephiles are in for a treat as Park Chan-wook’s psychological thriller masterpiece “Oldboy” is returning to the big screen this August in light of its 20th anniversary. 

Find out where you can watch Park Chan-wook’s neo-noir classic on streaming services in Canada and immerse yourself in its mind-bending tale of revenge and obsession.

What Is Oldboy About?

“Oldboy” revolves around a man named Oh Dae-su, an alcoholic who was mysteriously imprisoned for 15 years in a small room without any knowledge of his captors’ identities or motives. On a random day, Dae-su was suddenly released and decided to embark on a dangerous journey to hunt down his captors and find out the truth behind his long and excruciating captivity. As he sets out for his revenge, Dae-su meets Mi-do, a young chef who becomes his ally and eventual love interest. As Dae-su digs deeper into the mystery, shocking revelations about his past and the reasons behind his captivity start to surface, leading to a tragic and harrowing conclusion.

“Oldboy” hit theaters on November 12, 2003. The film will be re-released in cinemas on August 16, 2023, with a remastered version.

Who Are in the Cast and Production of Oldboy?

Park Chan-wook, one of South Korea’s most esteemed filmmakers, directed “Oldboy,” based on Garon Tsuchiya and Nobuaki Minegishi’s manga series of the same name. Park Chan-wook gained international acclaim due to his mastery of the psychological thriller genre with his renowned films such as “Decision To Leave,” “The Handmaiden,” and “Lady Vengeance.” “Oldboy” also features Choi Min-sik, a veteran South Korean actor who is also a frequent collaborator of Park. Here’s the main cast of “Oldboy”:

• Choi Min-sik as Oh Dae-su
• Yoo Ji-tae as Lee Woo-jin
• Yoo Yeon-seok as young Woo-jin.
• Kang Hye-jung as Mi-do
• Ji Dae-han as No Joo-hwan
• Woo Il-han as young Joo-hwan.
• Kim Byeong-ok as Mr. Han
• Yoon Jin-seo as Lee Soo-ah
• Oh Dal-su as Mr. Park Cheol-woong
• Oh Kwang-rok as Suicidal Man

What is the Rating for Oldboy?

“Oldboy” is R-rated in Canada for its extreme depiction of profanities, violence, gore, self-harm, alcohol abuse, nudity, and graphic sex scenes that are only appropriate for mature and adult audiences.

How Many People Watch Oldboy?

“Oldboy” generated $15 million at the box office when it was first released. The film has also gained a significant cult following over the past few years with its growing availability on streaming services.

How Are the Reviews for Oldboy?

“Oldboy” was met with an overwhelming wave of positive reception when it was released and continues to gain more recognition to this day. Critics were mainly impressed with the film’s complex narrative, which intricately weaves together themes and subtexts of revenge, obsession, and redemption. Park’s distinct directing techniques and visual style were also widely regarded. Choi Min-sik’s raw and intense portrayal of the raging and violent Dae-su also impressed the critics. The film has collected countless accolades over the years, such as the Grand Prix, the second most prestigious award at the Cannes Film Festival. “Oldboy” received an approval rating of 82% on Rotten Tomatoes, 77/100 on Metacritic, and 8.4/10 on IMDb. See what critics love about the film.

• “Shakespearean in its violence, Oldboy also calls up nightmare images of spiritual and physical isolation that are worthy of Samuel Beckett or Dostoyevsky.” – Wall Street Journal

• “Deserves to be seen because of its relentless energy, the acting by Choi Min-sik that strikes a genuinely tragic note amid the mayhem and cartoonish excess, and the director’s clear conviction that this wild story will resonate.” – San Francisco Chronicle

Where to Watch Oldboy in Canada? 

“Oldboy” is available on streaming services and VOD platforms in Canada.

Is Oldboy Available on Streaming?

Crave

“Oldboy” is available to stream on Crave, the Canada-exclusive platform. To stream the movie on the service, subscribe to any of the following membership plans:

Plan	Monthly	Annual	Video resolution	Simultaneous streams
Basic with ads	CAD$9.99	CAD$99.90	720p	1 device
Standard with ads	CAD$14.99	CAD$149.90	4K	4 devices
Premium ad-free	CAD$19.99	CAD$199.99	4K	4 devices

Crave also offers a 7-day free trial to new subscribers that you can cancel at any time. The platform is compatible with different devices as well, including smartphones, smart TVs, laptops, tablets, and game consoles like Xbox and PlayStation.

Crave also houses content from various networks like HBO, Showtime, and Comedy Central. “Reality,” “Elvis,” “Nope,” and “The Hunger Games” are some of the most noteworthy movies you can watch on Crave.

Is Oldboy Available for Rent (VOD)?

You can rent and purchase “Oldboy” on several video-on-demand services in Canada. Do take note that rented films are available for a limited time only.

Platform	Rent	Purchase
Amazon Prime Video	CAD$2.99	CAD$9.99
Cineplex Store	CAD$4.99	CAD$14.99
Google Play Store	CAD$4.99	CAD$12.99
Microsoft Store	CAD$4.99	CAD$12.99
Apple TV	CAD$5.99	CAD$12.99
Youtube Movies	CAD$4.99	CAD$12.99

Is Oldboy Available on Cable or Free TV?

“Oldboy” is currently not airing on any cable channels in Canada.

Should I Use a VPN to Watch Oldboy?

“Oldboy” is readily available to stream in Canada via Crave, so there is no need to use a VPN.

From Captive to Avenger

“Oldboy” illustrates Dae-su’s thrilling transformation from a helpless captive into a relentless justice-seeking force and showcases the incredible lengths people are willing to go to take revenge on those who wronged them.

You can watch “Oldboy” on Crave and VOD services in Canada.