Mr. Zoo: The Missing VIP

Tae-ju is a national security agent who suffers from a fear of animals. After an unusual accident occurs while he is tasked with protecting a high-profile panda, he discovers he has gained the ability to communicate with animals. To locate the missing panda, he must face his phobia and form an alliance with a retired military dog.

Directed and written by Kim Tae-yun, this South Korean action comedy features Lee Sung-min in the lead role, appearing alongside Kim Seo-hyung, Bae Jung-nam, and Shin Ha-kyun, who provides the voice for the dog. The production was a collaboration between Little Big Pictures, Plus M Entertainment, Leeyang Film, and HJ Film.

Released in 2020 with a runtime of 114 minutes, the film earned 5 million USD at the worldwide box office. Audience reception is mixed, as indicated by a 5.7 rating on IMDb from 638 votes and a higher 7/10 rating on TMDB based on 35 votes.