I know we’ve all been longing for a thrilling makjang drama like “The Penthouse,” and lucky for us, writer Kim Soon Ok’s new makjang K-drama, “The Escape of the Seven,” is set to premiere this month on KOCOWA+!
“The Escape of the Seven“
Cast: Um Ki Joon, Hwang Jung Eum, Lee Joon, Lee Yu Bi, Shin Eun Kyung, Yoon Jong Hoon, Jo Yoon Hee, Jo Jae Yoon
Synopsis: The story follows seven characters entangled in the disappearance of a young girl, caught in a complex web of lies and ambition. The drama dynamically portrays their quest for the truth and the bloody retribution that feels like divine punishment.
Episodes: 17
Seasons: 2
Airing Date: September 15
Genre: Mystery, Thriller, Crime, Drama
Creators: Kim Soon Ok, Ju Dong Min
Meet the Characters
Um Ki Joon as Matthew Lee
Reuniting with “The Penthouse” creators, Um Ki Joon will be taking in the role of Matthew Lee, the representative of Korea’s largest mobile platform company. He is a mysterious figure known to only a select few but becomes embroiled in a peculiar case, leading him to reveal his true identity to the public.
Hwang Jung Eum as Geum Ra Hee
Hwang Jung Eum portrays Geum Ra Hee, a talented and daring representative of a drama production company. She is determined to achieve wealth and success, even if it means using her own daughter she abandoned 15 years ago. The decision she made in her past comes back to haunt her, shaking her life to its core.
Lee Joon as Min Do Hyuk
Lee Joon takes on the role of Min Do Hyuk, a former gangster living a life devoid of dreams or hope. His existence is defined by loyalty, yet his life is full of a series of unexpected betrayals.
Lee Yoo Bi as Han Mo Ne
Lee Yoo Bi embodies Han Mo Ne, a campus star and idol trainee. She possesses stunning beauty, hails from a wealthy family, and boasts outstanding talent. However, her life, built on a foundation of lies, begins spiraling out of control.
Yoon Jong Hoon as Yang Jin Mo
Yoon Jong Hoon plays Yang Jin Mo, the CEO of Cherry Entertainment agency. He is typically gentle but harbors insatiable greed. When he unleashes his anger, no one can stand in his way. He also believes that yesterday’s enemy can be today’s ally if it serves his interests.
Shin Eun Kyung as Cha Joo Ran
Shin Eun Kyung takes on the role of Cha Joo Ran, an obstetrician-gynecologist. She lives with a wealthy man much older than her and loves the financial support he provides. Tensions escalate when Geum Ra Hee, with whom Cha Joo Ran has been locked in a battle over Chairman Bang’s property, appears with the man’s only granddaughter.
Jo Yoon Hee as Go Myung Ji
Jo Yoon Hee portrays Go Myung Ji, an art teacher who weaves a web of lies to protect her cherished secrets. She relies on spreading peculiar rumors within her school to safeguard her hidden truths.
Jo Jae Yoon as Nam Chul Woo
Jo Jae Yoon assumes the role of Nam Chul Woo, a detective at Deokseon Police Station. He is a washed-out detective in the outskirts of the city, typically unlucky with his cases. However, he received a rapid promotion for the first time in five years.
Why You Should Watch “The Escape of the Seven“
The mere fact that “The Escape of the Seven” is created by writer Kim Soon Ok and director Ju Dong Min, the talents behind hit dramas like “The Penthouse” and “The Last Empress,” is reason enough for eager anticipation. Kim Soon Ok is celebrated for her legendary makjang K-dramas, known for their heart-pounding and thrilling scripts. “The Escape of the Seven” promises to deliver intense scenes and shocking plot twists in every episode.
The production budget for this drama amounts to a staggering 46.2 billion won, and it has already been confirmed for a second season, scheduled to premiere next year. SBS and the production company clearly have immense confidence in this drama!
Additionally, the drama boasts a star-studded cast lineup of well-known actors. Where else can you see Um Ki Joon, Hwang Jung Eum, Lee Joon, Lee Yu Bi, Shin Eun Kyung, Yoon Jong Hoon, Jo Yoon Hee, and Jo Jae Yoon all in one drama? Expect nothing less than superb acting.
The secrets these characters hold are bound to unravel in intriguing ways. Let’s all find out by subscribing and watching this drama on KOCOWA+! I’M SO EXCITED!
