Michael Fassbender has been keeping a low profile lately, but it turns out he's been busy battling a mysterious creature in a remote Korean village. The acclaimed sci-fi thriller Hope, directed by Na Hong-jin, has finally made its way to digital platforms, giving audiences everywhere the chance to experience the chaos from the comfort of their own homes.
The $46 million production, which also stars Fassbender's real-life wife Alicia Vikander, hit theaters in September and quickly became a box office sensation in South Korea, grossing approximately $36 million domestically. Now, it's available to rent or purchase on Amazon and Apple, and it's already climbing the streaming charts in the U.S. and Canada.
What Is 'Hope' About?
Set in the remote village of Hope Harbor, the story follows police chief Bum-seok and officer Sung-ae as they investigate a strange creature wreaking havoc on the community. Meanwhile, a group of hunters, including Sung-ki, venture into the nearby forest to track the beast—only to find themselves the ones being hunted. But nothing is as it seems, and what starts as ignorance quickly spirals into a disaster of cosmic proportions.
The cast is led by Hwang Jung-min (The Wailing) as Bum-seok, Zo In-sung (Moving) as Sung-ki, and Hoyeon (Squid Game) as the young officer at the center of the mystery. Fassbender (The Killer) and Vikander (Ex Machina) also star, though their roles are closely tied to the film's central twist.
Critical Reception
Hope has earned positive reviews, holding a 79% critics' score and 77% audience score on Rotten Tomatoes. MovieWeb called it a "bonkers and bloody blast of alien-invasion insanity," praising its blend of elaborate car chases, dark humor, and increasingly outrageous violence. The review also highlighted Na's skill at building suspense gradually before letting the situation spiral completely out of control.
For fans of subversive psychological thrillers, Hope is a must-watch. It's a wild ride that keeps you guessing until the very end.
If you're in the mood for more edge-of-your-seat entertainment, check out our list of thrillers that grab you in the first five minutes. And for those who can't get enough of Fassbender, his Assassin's Creed is also hitting Hulu in November ahead of the Netflix reboot.
Hope is now available to rent or purchase digitally through Amazon and Apple, with availability varying by region. Don't miss this thrilling addition to the sci-fi genre.
