‘Gold Rush Gang’ on Netflix: Cast, Plot, Release Date, and Everything Else to Know About the Thai Comedy-Drama

When one is looking for an action-packed cinematic experience, Netflix has a history of delivering a vibrant world of international thrillers and crime sagas. From the pulse-pounding heists of Money Heist to the visually stunning martial arts of The Murderer, the streamer has proven that explosive narratives are not limited by language. Now, Netflix is preparing to transport viewers into a vintage landscape with a new Thai film, titled Gold Rush Gang, that blends genre conventions into a singular, breathtaking journey.

Gold Rush Gang is offering a tale of a real-life legend, brought to life by a creative duo that knows how to deliver a colorful spectacle with high-stakes action and a spectacular plot.

Plot of Gold Rush Gang

Set in the waning days of World War II, the movie follows Ko-Wah Thungsong, a legendary bandit in Southern Thailand, who operates on a Robin Hood-like code of robbing from the wealthy to aid the impoverished. He commands a crew of young, skilled outlaws, a gunslinger, a crossbow expert, a boxer, and an explosives specialist. Their latest and most ambitious mission is to hijack a Japanese army train loaded with gold, intending to use the treasure to drive the foreign invaders out of their homeland.

The gang’s heroic plan is complicated by Ko-Wah’s past, as he is forced to confront Luang Arun, a former friend whose betrayal led to his imprisonment and separation from his wife, Chomchan. Adding another layer of peril is the romance that blossoms between the gunslinger, Jong, and Luang Arun’s daughter, Chompen. This forbidden relationship threatens to unravel the entire operation, forcing the bandits to choose between their desires and the success of their mission for justice.

A closer look at the performers who bring the story to life.

Cast of Gold Rush Gang

The film is led by Phetthai Vongkhamlao, who not only portrays the legendary bandit Ko-Wah but also originated the story and co-wrote the screenplay. His gang of misfits is brought to life by a fresh ensemble, including Thiti Mahayotaruk as the gunslinger Jong and Chingduang Duijkers as the fierce crossbow-wielding bandit Yada. They are joined by Ophaphoom Chitapan and Na Chat Juntapun. The formidable antagonist, Luang Arun, is played by Weerayut Nancha, with Myria Benedetti and Punpreedee Khumprom Rodsaward rounding out the core cast.

With a spectacular cast and dumbfounding plot, the wait for the release date is at an all time high.

Release date of Gold Rush Gang

Get ready for an explosive adventure. The film is set to premiere globally on August 21, streaming exclusively on Netflix. The movie will be available in over 190 countries, allowing audiences around the world to witness the action, romance, and vibrant spectacle that promises a fresh take on the classic genre of heist movies streaming on OTT.

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