One Way Trip: 5 Reasons To Watch Suho’s 2016 Korean Movie Trending On Netflix

Before he became one of K-pop’s most recognizable idols-turned-actors, EXO’s leader, Suho, aka Kim Jun-myeon, took a leap into the world of films. The result? A coming-of-age story that’s suddenly finding a whole new audience on Netflix. If you are looking for an emotionally driven, thrilling story of a few young adults trying to get through a life-changing trip, then the 2016 film One Way Trip is a good title to add to your Netflix watchlist. Here’s why you should have One Way Trip on your Netflix binge list next. 

One Way Trip Plot 

Korean film Glory Day (internationally released as One Way Trip) follows four inseparable childhood friends as their bond is tested one fateful night when a car accident forces them into a life-altering decision. As guilt, loyalty, and the harsh weight of adulthood close in around them, the film unpacks how much pressure friendship can withstand before it finally cracks.

Why You Should Watch Glory Day 

1. Suho’s Big-Screen Debut  

Glory Day marked EXO member Suho’s big-screen debut, and he’s paired with Ji Soo, who was fresh off his supporting role in Angry Mom. The movie also stars Ryu Jun-yeol and Kim Hee-chan. For those who are fans of the actors today, this movie serves a good dose of nostalgia. 

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2. A Raw Coming-of-Age Story 

Adolescence is messy and quite unpredictable. The transition from teenage to adulthood is a period of challenges, and One Way Trip highlights those struggles aptly. It underscores the knee-jerk reactions that often lead to messier situations when young people are caught up in a dilemma. 

3. A Moral Dilemma That Keeps You Hooked 

The central plot of the film is not just a device to move the story ahead. It draws the characters deeper into the tension, with a twist that you won’t see coming. 

4. The Friendship Feels Real 

The friendship between Yong-bi, Chi-ho, Jae-hyun, and Ki-tae feels genuinely lived-in and built on years of shared history. This makes the plot’s impact feel much tenser and more serious.

5. A Forgotten Gem Finding New Life 

Over time, the movie was forgotten. But thanks to its release on Netflix, it is finding a new life once again. It has ranked #8 on Netflix South Korea at the time of writing. 

One Way Trip Trailer

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