Na Hong-Jin's Hope Trailer Unleashes Cosmic Horror
Director Na Hong-Jin is back, and his upcoming film Hope looks every bit as wild and unsettling as fans of The Wailing would expect. NEON just dropped the official trailer for the Cannes Film Festival darling, giving us a deeper look at the cosmic horror brewing in the remote South Korean village of Hope Harbor.
The new footage teases police chief Bum-seok (Hwang Jung-min) and officer Sung-ae (Hoyeon) investigating a mysterious creature. Hunters, including Sung-ki (Zo In-sung), become the hunted. But this isn't just a monster flick. Na Hong-Jin’s signature blend of dread and psychological twists promises a descent into a 'tragedy of cosmic proportions.' The film also boasts an unexpected international cast including Taylor Russell, Cameron Britton, Alicia Vikander, and Michael Fassbender.
Hope, which generated buzz at CinemaCon, premieres September 9, 2026. For those who want to experience Na Hong-Jin's latest completely unspoiled, maybe skip the full trailer and go in blind. This could be one of those cinematic events best discovered in the dark.
“This could be one of those cinematic events best discovered in the dark.”
Catzye Take
This film is shaping up to be a major event for horror fans, especially those who appreciate the unique brand of Korean genre cinema. What's particularly interesting is how Na Hong-Jin balances a local Korean setting with a truly international cast. It could set a new benchmark for cross-cultural genre films.
Newsletter
Stay in the loop
Weekly digest of the top manga & anime stories. No spam, unsubscribe any time.
People & Places
Want to learn more?
Read our complete Manga guide →
