A Single Rider (2017 Film)

A Single Rider (Korean: 싱글라이더) is a 2017 South Korean drama film written and directed by Lee Joo-young. The film was distributed by Warner Bros. Korea and released on February 22, 2017.

Promotional poster for A Single Rider — Promotional poster for the 2017 film A Single Rider.

Plot

The story follows Kang Jae-hoon (Lee Byung-hun), a successful branch manager at a financial firm. His life is upended when the company collapses, leading to the financial ruin of his clients and colleagues. In the wake of this crisis, Jae-hoon travels to Australia to visit his wife, Soo-jin (Kong Hyo-jin), and their son, who have been living there. Upon his arrival, he encounters Ji-na (Ahn So-hee), a young woman working in Australia on a holiday visa who seeks his assistance. As he navigates his personal crisis, Jae-hoon observes his family from afar.

Lee Byung-hun as Kang Jae-hoon — Lee Byung-hun portrays the protagonist, Kang Jae-hoon.

Production

The film was shot on location in Australia. Principal photography commenced on March 21, 2016, and concluded on May 7, 2016.

Kong Hyo-jin as Soo-jin — Kong Hyo-jin stars as Soo-jin.

Cast

Ahn So-hee as Ji-na — Ahn So-hee stars as Ji-na.

Lee Byung-hun as Kang Jae-hoon
Kong Hyo-jin as Soo-jin
Ahn So-hee as Ji-na
Jack Campbell as Cris
Annika Whiteley as Lucy
Kay Eklund as grandmother
Lee Seung-ha as Amy
Choi Joon-young as Jeibi
Baek Soo-jang as In-ho