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The Bad Guys: Reign of Chaos (2019): Cast, Ratings & Plot

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The Bad Guys: Reign of Chaos is a 2019 crime action film directed by Son Yong-ho, starring Jo Young-jin as No Sang-shik, Kim Sang-joong and Don Lee. It runs 1 hour 54 minutes. Its Echo Score is 52/100.

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The Bad Guys: Reign of Chaos (2019) movie poster
Released
Runtime
1h 54m (114 min)
Director
Son Yong-ho
Genres
Crime , Action
Original language
Korean
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is The Bad Guys: Reign of Chaos About?

The premise of The Bad Guys: Reign of Chaos without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.

A village head tries to shield his son from the dangers of rural politics, hoping to protect him from a life of violence. However, circumstances force the young man to return home and confront the very forces he was meant to avoid, ultimately requiring him to embrace a traditional weapon and defend his family and community.

The Bad Guys: Reign of Chaos Themes & Keywords

· 3 tags
  • punched in the face
  • south korean woman
  • bus
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Cast & crew

The Bad Guys: Reign of Chaos Cast & Characters

Jo Young-jin leads the cast as No Sang-shik, with Kim Sang-joong as Oh Gu-tak and Don Lee as Park Woong-chul. Directed by Son Yong-ho; 28 actors are credited in all.

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Ratings

The Bad Guys: Reign of Chaos Reviews & Ratings

Our Echo Score gives it 52/100, strongest in art & craft (60) and weakest in story & flow (45).

52 /100

The Bad Guys: Reign of Chaos Echo Score Breakdown

The Bad Guys: Reign of Chaos delivers a mixed experience that leans toward mediocrity. Critics highlight its straightforward mystery and entertaining action, while many viewers criticize a predictable plot and uneven character work. Praise for the lead's presence and occasional visual flair is tempered by remarks on clichéd writing and lackluster music. Consequently, the film offers limited lasting appeal and modest rewatch value.

Our own 0–100 rating, built from five aspects: art, character, story, the sensory experience and how well a film rewatches.

  • Art & Craft 60

    In terms of art and craft, the film shows strengths in its cinematography, with reviewers noting clear capture of fight intensity. However, editing and production design receive little attention, and the soundtrack is described as poorly arranged by some users. This blend of competent visual work and weak audio results in an overall moderate assessment.

  • Character & Emotion 50

    When evaluating character and emotion, the lead actor Ma Dong‑Seok is praised for his charisma, yet many reviewers find the supporting cast underdeveloped and clichéd. Critics do not comment on performances, but user feedback points to annoying personalities and thin character arcs, balancing the positive notes with notable criticisms.

  • Story & Flow 45

    The story and flow are seen as the film's weakest element. Multiple users describe the plot as overly simple, predictable, and needlessly complicated, while critics only acknowledge a straightforward investigative premise. The lack of originality and engaging pacing leads to a below‑average rating for this aspect.

  • Sensory Experience 55

    Sensory experience receives mixed reactions. Good cinematography and effective fight‑scene visuals are highlighted, yet the soundtrack is criticized for being boring and poorly matched to action. Sound design is not extensively discussed, resulting in a balanced but not outstanding sensory impression.

  • Rewatch Factor 50

    Rewatch factor reflects divided opinions. Some viewers enjoy the action‑comedy blend and would watch again for the lead's performance, while others find the film forgettable and unlikely to merit a second viewing. The moderate score captures this ambivalence toward lasting appeal.

Plot

The Bad Guys: Reign of Chaos Plot Summary

What happens in The Bad Guys: Reign of Chaos from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 13 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 2-minute read.

Spoilers ahead

During an inmate transport, several policemen are attacked and killed by assassins, freeing No Sang-sik Jo Young-jin. After recapturing some of the escaping prisoners, Oh Gu-tak [Kim Sang-joong], the former boss of a specialized unit known as the Crime Unit, is called by the head officer to reassemble his team and continue the pursuit. The officer explains that Sang-sik was about to testify to the real leader of the yakuza, and charges Oh with tracking down the remaining fugitives. Oh recruits Woong-Cheol [Don Lee], a former crimefighter now serving time, and Yoo-Sung [Jang Ki-yong], a former police officer, offering them a chance at reduced sentences if they succeed.

Full summary

The whole story of The Bad Guys: Reign of Chaos, scene by scene

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Videos

The Bad Guys: Reign of Chaos Trailers & Videos

2 videos: 2 trailers.

THE BAD GUYS: REIGN OF CHAOS Official Int'l Teaser Trailer
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Quiz

How Well Do You Know The Bad Guys: Reign of Chaos?

10 questions about the story, each with a hint if you get stuck. Pick an answer to see whether you were right.

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What is the name of the former gangster whose boss, No Sang‑sik, is freed during the inmate transport attack?

Details

The Bad Guys: Reign of Chaos Also Known As

18 alternative titles, including “나쁜 녀석들-더 무비” and “The Bad Guys : Reign of Chaos”.

Also known as
  • 나쁜 녀석들-더 무비
  • The Bad Guys : Reign of Chaos
  • Bad Guys: The Movie
  • Bad Guys The Movie
  • Nappeun Nyeoseokdeul: Deo Moobi
  • The Bad Guys Reign Of Chaos
  • แก๊งแห่งความโกลาหล
  • بچه های بد : حکومت بی قانون
  • 電影版 壞傢伙們
  • 나쁜 녀석들: 더 무비
  • 坏家伙们
  • בחורים רעים
+6 more
  • Плохие парни: Власть хаоса
  • Biệt Đội Bất Hảo
  • Лошите: Царство на хаоса
  • Băieţii răi: Oraşul infam
  • ザ・バッド・ガイズ
  • 暴瘋出籠

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FAQ

The Bad Guys: Reign of Chaos FAQ: Cast & Runtime

Runtime, release date, director, cast, post-credit scenes and language of The Bad Guys: Reign of Chaos, each answered in a sentence.

How long is The Bad Guys: Reign of Chaos?

The Bad Guys: Reign of Chaos runs 1 hour 54 minutes (114 minutes).

When was The Bad Guys: Reign of Chaos released?

The Bad Guys: Reign of Chaos was released on September 11, 2019.

Who directed The Bad Guys: Reign of Chaos?

The Bad Guys: Reign of Chaos was directed by Son Yong-ho.

Who is in the cast of The Bad Guys: Reign of Chaos?

The Bad Guys: Reign of Chaos stars Jo Young-jin as No Sang-shik, Kim Sang-joong as Oh Gu-tak and Don Lee as Park Woong-chul, among 28 credited actors.

Does The Bad Guys: Reign of Chaos have a post-credit scene?

No. The Bad Guys: Reign of Chaos has no extra scene during or after the credits.

What language is The Bad Guys: Reign of Chaos in?

The original language of The Bad Guys: Reign of Chaos is Korean.

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