Korea: The Never-Ending War

Shedding new light on a geopolitical hot spot, the film — written and produced by John Maggio and narrated by Korean-American actor John Cho — confronts the myth of the “Forgotten War,” documenting the post-1953 conflict and global consequences.

A thirty-minute decision divides Korea, a nation united for thousands of years.

Just five years after World War II, the world needs saving again.

For a generation of young men, the war against Communism in Korea comes as a shock.

The refugee crisis creates a moral dilemma for American troops.

The heroes of World War II meet their match.

Lt. Richard Carey narrowly avoids a sniper’s bullet at Incheon.

As negotiators discuss the Armistice, troops continue fighting along the border.

The war takes a turn when China sends thousands of troops across the Yalu River.

The Armistice draws a new border across Korea and creates chaos, suddenly separating families as they flee for their lives.

The war nearly resumes after Kim Il Sung sends assassins to South Korea with orders to bring back President Park Chung-hee’s head.

In 1994, North Korea promises to disarm its nuclear program in return for increased aid.