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On September 4, 2024, tvN released a teaser trailer for its forthcoming drama series, Good or Bad Dongjae. The drama serves as a spin-off of the widely acclaimed drama series Stranger. The teaser trailer announces the return of the beloved character Seo Dong-jae, portrayed by the actor Lee Joon Hyuk.
Seo Dong-jae is a widely adored character from the acclaimed original drama series Stranger, cherished for his playful yet endearing nature. The narrative of Good or Bad Dongjae will center around his character and his journey toward gaining recognition for his current self, leaving behind his troubled past.
Good or Bad Dongjae is set to premiere on October 10, 2024, on the TVING network. The drama will consist of 10 episodes.
The trailer, plot, characters and more about Good or Bad Dongjae
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The teaser trailer, released on September 4 on TVING's YouTube channel, begins with an anonymous voice stating,
“In the Criminal Affairs Department #1, veteran prosecutor Seo Dong-Jae returns from Hell.”
Nevertheless, his persistent aspiration for a managerial promotion indicates his continued identity as a prosecutor. A scene where he expresses anger in the elevator and then quickly changes his demeanor to appear composed might surprise viewers.
The trailer of Good or Bad Dongjae also showcases the contemptuous attitude of Lee Hong Construction CEO Nam Jae and the disdain of a junior prosecutor towards Seo Dong-jae, who desires to move on from the past, hinting at his tumultuous survival.
The production team has said about Good or Bad Dongjae,
“This time, we decided to unfold a story focused on Seo Dong Jae, an attractive character who is neither good or evil, as it would be a waste to portray him only in ‘Forest of Secrets.’ Please look forward to where Dong Jae’s struggle to survive in the world of prosecutors will lead him.”
Good or Bad Dongjae narrates the tale of Seo Dong Jae, a prosecutor at the Cheongju District Prosecutors' Office, whose future is uncertain due to past allegations of corruption. Ambitious and success-driven, he finds himself entangled in a redevelopment case and takes on a high school girl's murder case.
Assuming the role of Seo Dong-Jae, portrayed by Lee Joon-hyuk, he struggles between his professional instincts and opportunistic desires as he navigates this complex situation.
During this battle, Seo Dong Jae engages in an intense confrontation with Nam Wan Sung, the CEO of Ihong Construction, portrayed by Park Sung-woong.
The CEO of the redevelopment construction company, Lee Hong Construction, comes from an affluent background. Unlike his father, who diligently built the business from the ground up, he attributes his success to his strategic networking and connections, facilitated by his possession of business cards and a substantial amount of cash.
He perceives Dong-jae as a formidable obstacle that hinders one of his significant redevelopment projects. Consequently, he embarks on a journey to unveil the prosecutor's past corruption involvement, thereby impeding his career.
The drama also has Hyun Bong-sik commencing a pivotal role that is yet to be disclosed.
Park Gun Ho directs the original series Good or Bad Dongjae by TVING. Lee Soo Yeon is the creator, and Hwang Ha Jung and Kim Sang Won are the series' writers. Studio Dragon, Ace Factory, and High Ground are the production companies, and TVING is the distributor.
On August 26, 2024, Good or Bad Dongjae was formally invited to participate in the 29th Busan International Film Festival.
With the involvement of this casting and production team, the anticipation for this drama has grown considerably among the fans.
More about the lead actors' past roles
Lee Joon-hyuk gained recognition through his prominent roles in Three Brothers (2009), I Am Legend (2010), City Hunter (2011), and Man from the Equator (2012). In 2017, Lee gained prominence through his notable performances in the inaugural season of the crime thriller series Stranger and subsequently in the drama's second season in 2020.
Additionally, he showcased his versatility by appearing in the fantasy epic Along With the Gods: The Two Worlds (2018), the medical drama A Poem a Day (2018), and the science fiction drama Are You Human? (2018), the political drama Designated Survivor: 60 Days (2019), and the historical drama Secret Royal Inspector & Joy (2021).
Most recently, he has captured fans attention with his roles in the web series Vigilante (2023) and the film The Roundup: No Way Out (2023).
Park Sung-woong, a renowned South Korean actor, has showcased his versatility in numerous cinematic and television productions. Notably, he portrayed a formidable gangster in the acclaimed film New World (2013) and a chilling serial killer in The Deal (2015). Beyond these notable performances, Park has also graced the small screen in captivating dramas such as The Smile Has Left Your Eyes (2018), When the Devil Calls Your Name (2019), and Snowdrop (2021).
His filmography further includes notable works like Bloodhounds (2013), Hunt (2022), Gentleman (2022), and most recently, The Desperate Chase (2024).
The television series Good or Bad Dongjae is scheduled to start airing on October 10, 2024, exclusively on TVING. New episodes will be released every Thursday.
