Yalkae, a Joker in High School (1976): Cast, Box Office & Plot
Yalkae, a Joker in High School is a 1976 comedy drama directed by Seok Rae-myeong, starring Lee Seung-hyeon as Na Doo-su, Kim Jung-hoon and Ha Myeong-jung. It runs 1 hour 30 minutes and earned $2,907 worldwide.
- Released
- Runtime
- 1h 30m (90 min)
- Director
- Seok Rae-myeong
- Original language
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Korean - Studio
- Yun Bang Films Co., Ltd.
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is Yalkae, a Joker in High School About?
The premise of Yalkae, a Joker in High School without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.
Nicknamed Yalkae, the notorious high‑school prankster Du Su (Lee Seung‑Hyun) constantly schemes with his sidekick Yong Ho (Jin Woo‑Young). Both have been held back a year, yet they ignore studies and keep harassing teachers and classmates. When Du Su pulls a joke on the tattling Ho Cheol, the prank backfires and Ho Cheol is injured, prompting Du Su to reconsider his antics.
Yalkae, a Joker in High School Themes & Keywords
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Yalkae, a Joker in High School Cast & Characters
Lee Seung-hyeon leads the cast as Na Doo-su, with Kim Jung-hoon and Ha Myeong-jung. Directed by Seok Rae-myeong; 5 actors are credited in all.
- Director Seok Rae-myeong
- Lee Seung-hyeon as Na Doo-su
- Kim Jung-hoon
- Ha Myeong-jung
- Jeong Yun-hui
Also Starring in Yalkae, a Joker in High School
· 1 moreYalkae, a Joker in High School Plot Summary
What happens in Yalkae, a Joker in High School 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
Na Doo-su, Lee Seung-hyeon, nicknamed Yalkae (a cheeky, cocky person), is a second-year student at a Christian missionary high school who often acts like a troublemaker because of his rocky academic record. His everyday routine is upended when a new teacher arrives: Baek Sang-do, Kim Jung-hoon, a mentor who was once the father of Na Doo-su’s apprentice.
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The whole story of Yalkae, a Joker in High School, scene by scene
Yalkae, a Joker in High School Box Office
Yalkae, a Joker in High School grossed $2,907 worldwide.
Worldwide gross
$2.9K
- International
- $2.9K
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What does the nickname 'Yalkae' mean?
Yalkae, a Joker in High School Also Known As
2 alternative titles: “고교얄개” and “고교 얄개”.
- Also known as
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- 고교얄개
- 고교 얄개
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Yalkae, a Joker in High School FAQ: Cast & Box Office
Runtime, release date, director, cast, box office, post-credit scenes and language of Yalkae, a Joker in High School, each answered in a sentence.
How long is Yalkae, a Joker in High School?
Yalkae, a Joker in High School runs 1 hour 30 minutes (90 minutes).
When was Yalkae, a Joker in High School released?
Yalkae, a Joker in High School was released on January 29, 1976.
Who directed Yalkae, a Joker in High School?
Yalkae, a Joker in High School was directed by Seok Rae-myeong.
Who is in the cast of Yalkae, a Joker in High School?
Yalkae, a Joker in High School stars Lee Seung-hyeon as Na Doo-su, Kim Jung-hoon and Ha Myeong-jung, among 5 credited actors.
How much did Yalkae, a Joker in High School make at the box office?
Yalkae, a Joker in High School grossed $2,907 worldwide.
Does Yalkae, a Joker in High School have a post-credit scene?
No. Yalkae, a Joker in High School has no extra scene during or after the credits.
What language is Yalkae, a Joker in High School in?
The original language of Yalkae, a Joker in High School is Korean.
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