Islamabad: Pakistani cinema audiences will soon have the opportunity to watch the Korean science fiction survival thriller Hope, with HUM Films announcing its nationwide theatrical release for October 23 2026.

The film promises a combination of suspense, science fiction and survival action, bringing international Korean cinema to Pakistani screens.

According to promotional information, Hope has attracted international attention following its premiere in competition at the Cannes Film Festival. The film also reportedly recorded a strong opening week performance in its domestic market.

To make the film accessible to a wider Pakistani audience, HUM Films will release it in both English dubbed and Urdu dubbed versions.

The decision to offer two language options is aimed at reaching viewers with different preferences while bringing the experience of Korean cinema to local theatres.

The upcoming release adds to the range of international films being distributed in Pakistan, offering audiences another option beyond mainstream Hollywood and domestic productions.

Hope is scheduled to open in cinemas nationwide on Friday, October 23 2026.

The film is written and directed by South Korean filmmaker Na Hong jin, known for The Chaser and The Wailing. Its cast includes Hwang Jung min, Zo In sung and Jung Ho yeon, alongside international stars Michael Fassbender, Alicia Vikander and Taylor Russell.

Set in a remote Korean village near the Demilitarised Zone, the story follows residents confronting a mysterious threat that develops into a Hope premiered in competition at the Cannes Film Festival in May 2026, before opening in South Korea on July 15. According to the Korean Film Council, the film had attracted more than 4.5 million admissions and grossed approximately USD 35.8 million in its home market by September 16.

The Pakistani release forms part of the film's wider international rollout, following its festival debut and domestic theatrical run.