2020 has only just begun, but the Korean entertainment industry already has exciting news! K-movie fans are truly blessed, as there are many movies to be released in 2020 that have already become the center of attention with large fanbases and top movie stars.

Let's hurry on ahead to check out six K-movies to look out for in 2020!

Honest Candidate (정직한 후보)

Starring : Ra Mi-ran, Kim Mu-yeol

, to be released in February 2020, revolves around a member of parliament who had always told lies, but suddenly becomes unable to tell any lies and uncontrollably blurts out her honest thoughts. It's a comedic film but with a lot of satire, with some of the top movie stars of the nation gathered together.

In a political scene that is fraught with lies, how can you tell the truth? is one of the movies that people look forward to most in 2020, with its trailer accruing nearly 5 million views in less than a week after it was released!

The Man Standing Next (남산의 부장들)

Starring : Lee Byung-hun, Kwak Do-won, Lee Hee-joon

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The first generation's God-tier movie star Lee Byung-hun is returning to the big screen in January 2020! covers the events before the assassination of the Korean president during the democratization of Korea in a suspenseful and mysterious plot line.

This film is particularly huge, because it's Lee Byung Hun's return to the big screen in three years. Maybe you don't remember his acting in "Mr. Sunshine", but I hope he showcases his god-like prowess in !

Mr. Zoo: The Missing VIP (미스터주: 사라진 VIP)

Starring: Lee Seong-min, Bae Jeong-nam, Shin Ha-kyun, Kim Seo-hyung

Who is the "VIP"? It's a staff member at the National Intelligence Agency, who, while trying to protect a giant panda, accidentally gained the ability to communicate with animals! Even just the movie poster is full of comedy, making this movie another very strong card.

From Korean movie star Lee Seong-min to Kim Seo-hyung, famous for her roles in and , the stars of this movie are also a big reason for the excitement surrounding it!

Secret Zoo (해치지않아)

Staring : Kang So-ra, Ahn Jae-hong, Park Yeong-gyu, Park Hyuk-kwon

This is also a film that I'm looking forward to! It not only stars Kang So-ra, but also has Park Yeong-gyu from the sitcom on board, so it's bound to be hilarious. The plot dedals with a zoo with poor management, where the employees need to come up with some creative ideas to change things for the better. Even by the poster, you know the film will make you laugh.

The movie is based on a webtoon, which received great ratings averaging at 9.7! It's due to screen soon, and it's really exciting.

Beasts Clawing at Straws (지푸라기라도 잡고 싶은 짐승들)

Starring: Jeon Do-yeon, Jung Woo-sung, Bae Seong-woo, Youn Yuh-jung

It's a really powerful line-up! Numerous award-winning actors have gathered together for this movie, and Jeon Do-yeon in particular is returning to the big screen after a two-year hiatus! It's based on a Japanese novel of the same title, which only adds to the excitement.

All people facing difficulties in life aim to get hold of a bag of money, and face a series of events in that process. Just as the title "Beasts Clawing at Straws" suggests, the movie depicts stories of the human struggle in life, and Korean movies do not disappoint in delivering such messages.

Peninsula (반도)

Starring : Gang Dong-won, Lee Jung-hyun

Do you remember the film ? The sequel to that sensation is due to be released in 2020, dealing with the world 4 years after the events in .

The director has revealed that Gong Yoo's character won't appear in the sequel, so it's unlikely that you'll see the same characters. Rather, it shares the same universe as the prequel, and focuses more on the story of what happens as the virus spreads to Busan and the whole Peninsula crumbles. If you've watched , make sure you don't miss this!