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Lee Jong-suk has been confirmed for a lead role in the upcoming tvN drama Seocho-dong. On November 5, 2024, his agency, Ace Factory, announced his casting and shared that the drama would explore intriguing new themes.
"A cheerful and hot youth drama about lawyers who go to work in Seocho-dong Law Town every day. Lee Jong-suk, full of facts, violence, logic, and ability. A veteran lawyer with 9 years of experience, Ahn Joo-hyung," the agency shared.
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Lee Jong-suk will take on the role of Ahn Joo-hyung, a lawyer with a decade of experience known for his logical approach and matter-of-fact style. Seocho-dong also marks Lee's reunion with director Park Seung-woo, their first collaboration since the 2016 hit W: Two Worlds. The series is set to portray the professional growth and challenges faced by young lawyers as they handle realistic cases in a dynamic legal environment.
Lee Jong-suk set to star in legal drama Seocho-dong, directed by Park Seung-woo: Insights into the plot, characters, and production
The series Seocho-dong (literal title) follows the journey of an assistant lawyer who finds both love and work at a law firm in Seochodong. Set in Seocho-dong Law Town, this vibrant youth drama shines a light on lawyers as everyday office workers.
Written by a practicing lawyer, the show provides a realistic look at the legal profession, focusing on young lawyers' growth and challenges as they tackle cases inspired by real-life events. Lee Jong-suk stars as Ahn Joo-hyung, a lawyer with nine years of experience who excels in logical reasoning and case analysis. Unlike those driven by justice or a desire to help others, Joo-hyung is motivated by the intellectual challenges of his work.
He has remained with the same law firm for nearly a decade, becoming a seasoned associate with an impressive salary. Despite his success, he has no interest in starting his own practice; the thought seems too burdensome.
However, Joo-hyung's comfortable routine begins to unravel. Although he is well-regarded in his field, his straightforward nature leads him to question the purpose of his work. As he navigates his daily tasks, unforeseen challenges disrupt his once-stable life, forcing him to confront the reality of his choices and motivations.
The series is directed by Park Seung-woo, known for his nuanced direction in dramas like Kairos (2020) and Adamas (2022). He is also widely recognized for his work on several other acclaimed series, including Person Who Gives Happiness (2016), The Guardians (2017), and Spring Turns to Spring (2019).
Lee Jong-suk will reunite with Park Seung-woo for this new project, marking their first collaboration in eight years since W: Two Worlds. In that series, Lee Jong-suk's portrayal of Kang Cheol received widespread acclaim. He won multiple awards, including the Best Couple Award, Best Actor in a Miniseries, and his first Daesang (Grand Prize) at the MBC Drama Awards.
The script is written by Lee Seung-hyun, a practicing lawyer. As reported by Korean media outlet SPOTVTEWS his insights are expected to bring vibrant and realistic episodes to life, showcasing the intense experiences of an associate lawyer.
Additionally, on October 4, South Korean media outlet JTBC Enter News announced that Moon Ga-young will star in the upcoming series Seocho-dong. She has been offered the role of Kang Hee-ji, a second-year attorney at Johwa Law Firm. Her character is driven by the belief that changing one person's life can ultimately transform their world.
The drama Seocho-dong is a production of CJ ENM Studios and Green Snake Media. It will air on the tvN channel. The series is scheduled for broadcast in the first half of 2025. Seocho-dong will consist of 16 episodes in total. Filming for the drama is scheduled to commence in December 2024.
Lee Jong-suk is a renowned South Korean actor and model celebrated for his diverse roles in television dramas and films. He started his career in modeling before making a successful transition to acting, quickly becoming a prominent figure in the industry.
Lee is best known for his performances in popular series such as School 2013 (2012), I Can Hear Your Voice (2013), Doctor Stranger (2014), Pinocchio (2014), W (2016), V.I.P. (2017), While You Were Sleeping (2017), Romance Is a Bonus Book (2019), and Big Mouth (2022). For his role in the drama Big Mouth, he received the Grand Prize (Daesang) at the MBC Drama Awards.
His talent and charisma have earned him a significant fan following and numerous accolades.
