Smile Charles
스마일 찰스
Synopsis
An unknown actor from Korea, having lost everything after appearing in pornography, hides away as an online sex worker under the alias "Smile Charles." The painful gap between his inner emotions and his forced expressions breeds an unbearable awkwardness that severs him completely from the world. One day, Mari—a con artist who swindled 2 billion—pierces through the cracks of his isolated life. The uneasy companionship between the slick scammer and the awkward sex worker weaves through Bangkok's humid nights and Ayutthaya's silent ruins, leading Charles to confront the forgotten dreams and phantoms of his past.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
Bucheon International Fantastic Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Oh Young-doo
- Screenplay & Story
- Oh Young-doo
- Original Title
- 스마일 찰스
- Country of Origin
- South Korea
- Spoken Languages
- Korean
- Runtime
- 1h 18m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Oh Young-doo
Oh Young-doo
Oh Young-doo
Department Leadership Roster
Oh Young-doo
Director
Oh Young-doo
Screenplay
Oh Young-doo
Editor
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Frequently Asked Questions About Smile Charles
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Smile Charles about?
An unknown actor from Korea, having lost everything after appearing in pornography, hides away as an online sex worker under the alias "Smile Charles." The painful gap between his inner emotions and his forced expressions breeds an unbearable awkwardness that severs him completely from the world. One day, Mari—a con artist who swindled 2 billion—pierces through the cracks of his isolated life. The uneasy companionship between the slick scammer and the awkward sex worker weaves through Bangkok's humid nights and Ayutthaya's silent ruins, leading Charles to confront the forgotten dreams and phantoms of his past.
Who directed Smile Charles?
Smile Charles was directed by Oh Young-doo.
Who stars in Smile Charles?
The principal cast of Smile Charles includes Hong Seo-back.
When was Smile Charles released and how long is it?
Smile Charles was released in 2026 with a total runtime of 1h 18m.