Heads up, K-drama enthusiasts! Disney+ is serving up a new series to keep you on the edge of your seat. Get ready for the newest spy thriller series headlined by two of South Korea’s top stars — Jun Ji-hyun and Gang Dong-won.
Tempest is an upcoming espionage drama hitting the small screens on September 10. Upon the release of its official trailer, fans immediately buzzed with excitement due to its star-powered cast and suspenseful premise.
Behind the series are co-directors Kim Hee-won and Heo Myeong-haeng, best known for their recent works Queen of Tears (2024) and Badland Hunters (2024), respectively. The drama also includes screenwriter Chung Seo-kyung, who has penned several critically acclaimed works, including Decision to Leave (2022) and Lady Vengeance (2005).
Not only does it boast a renowned creative team, but Tempest also marks its leads’ long-awaited return to the small screens. This will officially be Gang Dong-won’s comeback drama after two decades, along with Jun Ji-hyun, whose last drama aired in 2021.
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What is Tempest About?
Opening with a bang, Tempest sets the stage with a shocking assassination of a presidential candidate. This incident quickly spirals into a global political conspiracy that throws the public into chaos.
Devastated by her husband’s fate, former UN ambassador Seo Mun-ju (Jun Ji-hyun) seeks to expose the truth behind the attack and those responsible. She partners with mysterious special agent Paik San-ho (Gang Dong-won), who’s entrusted to protect her — whatever the cost.
As the mission’s true danger comes to light, they’re thrown into a high-stakes fight involving state secrets and perilous alliances. However, amidst the chaos, the two find themselves caught in a battle of their own as they wrestle with their feelings.
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From Leads to Supporting Cast: A Star-Studded Affair
Tempest‘s main leads aren’t the only people to look forward to in this series. Alongside Jun Ji-hyun and Gang Dong-won, a glittering ensemble that helps bring the thrilling story to life awaits viewers.
Featuring a ton of familiar faces, the stellar lineup includes Park Hae-joon (When Life Gives You Tangerines), Lee Mi-sook (Queen of Tears), Kim Hae-sook (Under The Queen’s Umbrella), Oh Jung-se (It’s Okay to Not Be Okay), Lee Sang-hee (Love Scout), and Joo Jong-hyuk (Extraordinary Attorney Woo). In addition, the drama also highlights the Korean drama debut of esteemed actor John Cho, who garnered widespread praise for his performance in Star Trek (2009).
With its expansive roster of talents and intense storyline, Tempest is looking like a blockbuster in the making.
Tempest is starting strong with a triple-episode premiere on September 10, followed by two episodes every Wednesday.
Boasting nine episodes overall, we can look forward to an immersive narrative that’ll keep us hooked from beginning to end. The series will be available to stream on Disney+ for worldwide audiences.
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Sources: Disney+, Disney+ Korea Official IG
