2016 · movie · R · 2h 25m
The Handmaiden
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No. The Handmaiden (2016) is not on Netflix in the US right now. You can stream it on Prime Video.
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1930s Korea, in the period of Japanese occupation, a new girl, Sook-hee, is hired as a handmaiden to a Japanese heiress, Hideko, who lives a secluded life on a large countryside estate with her domineering Uncle Kouzuki. But the maid has a secret. She is a pickpocket recruited by a swindler posing as a Japanese Count to help him seduce the Lady to steal her fortune.
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How we got to 79.3
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| Signal | Value | Effect |
|---|---|---|
| TMDB | 8.2/10 | 100% of base score |
| Popularity | 47 | none |
The Handmaiden: common questions
Is The Handmaiden on Netflix?
No. The Handmaiden (2016) is not on Netflix in the US right now. You can stream it on Prime Video.
Where can I watch The Handmaiden?
The Handmaiden (2016) is included with a Prime Video subscription in the US.
Is The Handmaiden worth watching?
It scores 79.3/100 on our blended rating, which puts it in A-tier: excellent.
How long is The Handmaiden?
The Handmaiden runs 2h 25m (145 minutes).
What is The Handmaiden rated?
The Handmaiden is rated R in the US.
Who is in The Handmaiden?
The Handmaiden stars Kim Min-hee, Kim Tae-ri, Ha Jung-woo, Cho Jin-woong.
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Availability last verified September 22, 2026. Ratings from TMDB. Streaming data from JustWatch via TMDB.