Lee Byunghun and Han Jimin star in The Koreans Disney+, a fresh series that blends espionage with family drama. The show launches exclusively on Disney+ worldwide and on Hulu in the United States.
What Makes The Koreans Different
Set in the early 1990s, the series captures a time when South Korea opened its doors to democracy and cultural change. The story follows a middle class family that hides a treasonous secret. While friends and neighbors see an ordinary household, both parents work as elite North Korean spies. They aim to weaken the South from inside.
Each episode shows the couple wrestling with patriotism, loyalty, identity and love. A relentless Korean counter‑intelligence agent closes in, adding tension and danger. The premise mirrors the acclaimed FX series The Americans, but moves the action to a Korean setting.
Talented Cast and Crew
Lee Byunghun, known for his role in Squid Game, brings depth to the undercover father. Han Jimin, praised for Heavenly Ever After, portrays the mother with equal skill. Together they create a believable pair of spies.
Producer Imaginus and Studio AA handle production. Director Ahn Gilho, who directed The Glory, guides the visual style. Writer Park Eunkyo adapts the story from the original FX concept, adding Korean cultural nuance.
Connection to The Americans
Creator Joe Weisberg built the original series with Joel Fields. The Americans earned a Golden Globe for Best Television Series – Drama and was named an AFI TV Program of the Year for five seasons. The Koreans Disney+ honors that legacy while offering a new perspective.
Disney+ Expands Korean Originals
The Koreans joins a growing slate of Korean originals on Disney+ APAC. Other titles include Tempest, Made in Korea and The Tyrant. Fans of Korean drama can now explore more diverse stories on the platform.
Overall, The Koreans promises intrigue, emotion and cultural insight. Viewers will enjoy the blend of spy thriller elements and family drama set against a historic backdrop. The series invites audiences to question loyalty and identity in a divided nation.
Stay tuned for the premiere date and prepare for a gripping ride.
Source: Dark Horizons
