New Netflix Crime Drama “The Dealer” by Creator of Squid Game
Introduction to “The Dealer”
Netflix is set to release a new crime drama series titled “The Dealer,” created by Hwang Dong-hyuk, who is renowned for the hit show “Squid Game.” This highly anticipated project comes from the same creator behind the most successful show on the streaming platform to date.
Production Background
“The Dealer” is being produced by Firstman Studio, the company co-founded by Hwang Dong-hyuk. This studio was also responsible for the production of “Squid Game.” The upcoming series is a South Korean crime drama that has recently received the green light for production, with its main cast officially announced.
Plot Summary
The story centers around Geonhwa, a skilled dealer working at “Oceanland,” a bustling new casino. Her life takes a devastating turn after she falls victim to a housing scam that drains her finances and disrupts her wedding plans.
Forced to confront her past, Geonhwa returns to the dangerous realm of illegal gambling. She competes in a high-stakes Texas Hold’em poker tournament where she must utilize her long-hidden supernatural powers to gain the upper hand.
An unusual ability of Geonhwa’s is the power to discern lies, but this skill activates only when she has consumed a sufficient amount of alcohol.
Main Cast and Characters
Jung So-min takes on the role of Geonhwa. She is known for her performances in popular series such as “Love Reset” and “Alchemy of Souls.”
Ryoo Seung-bum plays a gambler who lives by his winnings and becomes involved in Geonhwa’s risky plans.
Kyung-soo portrays Detective Choi Wooseung, who is also Geonhwa’s fiancé. Actor Soo-Hyuk appears as Jo Jun, a casino player who challenges the odds at the gaming tables.
Creative Team
The series marks the directorial debut of cinematographer Choi Young-hwan. Known for his work on acclaimed South Korean movies like “Smugglers,” “The Thieves,” and “Veteran,” Choi brings his visual storytelling experience to this project.
Writing duties are handled by Ohnooy and Lee Tae-young, the latter being one of the writers from “Squid Game.” Together, they craft the narrative that blends crime, suspense, and supernatural elements.
