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South Korean film

Gong Pil-doo (2006 film)

Gong Pil-doo (Korean: 공필두) is a 2006 South Korean comedy film directed and written by Kong Jung-sik. The film stars Lee Moon-sik in the titular role of a detective whose career has stalled despite his background as a former wrestling medalist.

Detective Mr. Gong
Lee Moon-sik as Gong Pil-doo.

Plot

Gong Pil-doo is a detective who was originally recruited for his athletic prowess, including a bronze medal in wrestling. However, his professional life has since stagnated, leaving him as a 40-year-old bachelor struggling with financial instability. His situation reaches a breaking point when his father requires urgent surgery. In a desperate attempt to secure the necessary funds, Gong enters into a compromised agreement with a local crime boss. This decision leads to him being suspected of corruption, forcing him to embark on a quest to clear his name and prove his innocence.

Cast

The film features an ensemble cast, including:

  • Lee Moon-sik as Gong Pil-doo
  • Kim Yu-mi as Min-joo
  • Lee Kwang-ho as Yong-bae
  • Park Jung-hak as Man-soo
  • Kim Roe-ha as CEO Cheon
  • Yu Tae-woong as Detective Kang
  • Kim Sang-ho as Detective Ji
  • Choi Yeo-jin as a delivery girl
  • Kim Soo-mi as Mrs. Kwon
  • Byun Hee-bong as Pil-doo's father
  • Kim Kap-soo as Chief Jo
Lee Moon-Sik
Lee Moon-sik.
Kim Yu-Mi
Kim Yu-mi.
Lee Kwang-Ho
Lee Kwang-ho.
Park Jung-Hak
Park Jung-hak.
Kim Roe-Ha
Kim Roe-ha.
Yu Tae-Woong
Yu Tae-woong.
Kim Sang-Ho
Kim Sang-ho.
Choi Yeo-Jin
Choi Yeo-jin.
Kim Soo-Mi
Kim Soo-mi.
Byun Hee-Bong
Byun Hee-bong.
Lee Cheol-Min
Lee Cheol-min.
Kim Kap-Soo
Kim Kap-soo.
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Promotional still from the film.

Production

The film was produced by Kim Hyung-jun and distributed by Showbox. It was released in South Korea on May 11, 2006, with a runtime of 106 minutes.

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