Hitman: Agent Jun

Hitman: Agent Jun

Year: 2020

Runtime: 110 mins

Language: Korean

Director: Choi Won-sub

Echo Score: 68
ActionComedy

A struggling webtoon artist unwittingly draws danger when his story reveals secrets from his past life as a highly trained superspy. Now, the artist must use his forgotten skills to protect himself and confront the forces seeking retribution for his past actions. He finds himself in a precarious situation, balancing his new life with the resurfacing threats from his former profession.

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Time period

Present-day with flashbacks to the past

The narrative takes place in modern times, driven by Jun's webtoon fame and ongoing NIS activity. Flashbacks reveal Jun's recruitment as an elite agent, his staged death, and the mission that shaped his present circumstances. The story alternates between current suspense and past events that explain his skills and motivations.

Location

Construction site, NIS headquarters, Orphanage, Jason's hideout, Helicopter pad

The action unfolds across a contemporary urban landscape that includes a bustling construction site where Jun works, the secure corridors of a government NIS facility, and the quiet spaces of an orphanage tied to his past. Flights and chases occur at a helicopter pad and in hidden locations used by Jason and his henchmen. The settings blend everyday life with covert operations, highlighting Jun's double life.

🏗️ Construction site 🕵️ Espionage 🏢 NIS headquarters 🏚️ Orphanage 🚁 Helicopter pad

Last Updated: October 14, 2025 at 04:00

Main Characters – Hitman: Agent Jun (2020)

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Jun (Kwon Sang-woo)

A former NIS Elite Assassin who now writes webtoons and tries to keep his dangerous past secret. He fakes his death to pursue his dream while secretly protecting his family from looming threats, blending combat prowess with creative talent.

🧭 Spy 🎨 Artist 🗡️ Warrior

Jason

The antagonist seeking revenge for his brother's death, orchestrating hostages and confrontations from the shadows. He embodies ruthlessness and cunning, driving the central conflict as Jun's nemesis.

🗡️ Villain 🧠 Mastermind 🎭 Deception

Chief Cheon

NIS chief who coordinates with Jun and Cheol to confront Jason’s scheme. He balances loyalty to the agency with personal risk and strategic leadership.

🛡️ Leader 🤝 Ally

Cheol

Jun's former colleague and ally, a skilled fighter who helps rescue his daughter and confront the mission's danger.

🥊 Ally 🧭 Ex-agent 🗡️ Protector

Mi-na

Jun's wife who embodies the family anchor. Her safety under threat fuels Jun's urgency and motivates his struggle to prove his innocence.

❤️ Spouse 🏠 Family

Last Updated: October 14, 2025 at 04:00

Major Themes – Hitman: Agent Jun (2020)

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🕵️‍♂️ Dual Identity

Jun lives a double life as a celebrated webtoon artist and a covert NIS operative. The line between fiction and reality blurs as his past infiltrates his present, forcing him to choose which world to trust. This tension drives the plot and shapes his decisions.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Family and Protection

Jun's family is at the heart of the conflict, with his wife Mi-na and their child central to the stakes. The threat from Jason compels Jun to protect loved ones, highlighting loyalty, sacrifice, and the desire for a safe, normal life.

🎨 Art vs Reality

The webtoon Jun creates mirrors real events, turning his drawings into potential evidence and danger. The act of storytelling influences what happens, blurring the boundaries between his art and the world of espionage.

Last Updated: October 14, 2025 at 04:00

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