K-drama 'Lee Han-shin' premieres on U-NEXT from Nov 18, 2024, featuring thrilling and comedic battles over parole decisions.
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The video distribution service 'U-NEXT' will exclusively stream the Korean drama 'Parole Officer Lee Han-shin' in Japan from November 18, 2024 (Monday). 'Parole Officer Lee Han-shin' is a new tvN drama starting on November 18 (Monday). Parole is the only way for inmates to be released before completing their sentences. Appointed as the 'last judge' with the power to decide on the longed-for parole of inmates, lawyer Lee Han-shin is played passionately by Ko Soo from the 'Missing - They Were Here -' series. Additionally, Yuri from Girls' Generation plays Ahn So-yoon, the ace detective of the wide-area investigation team who partners with Lee Han-shin. The thrilling and sometimes comedic battles between the parole officer and corrupt inmates trying to push for illegal parole are depicted. As the episodes progress, the story deepens, and the overwhelming acting skills of the cast are sure to keep viewers glued until the end. (C) 2024 KT StudioGenie Co., Ltd. ■ Distribution Overview 'Parole Officer Lee Han-shin' Start Date: November 18, 2024 (Monday) 21:00 *Distributed every Monday and Tuesday Distribution Information: U-NEXT / Unlimited (Exclusive distribution in Japan) 【Cast】 Ko Soo, Yuri, Baek Ji-won, Lee Hak-joo, etc. 【Staff】 Director: Yoon Sang-ho Screenplay: Park Ji-hyun 【Story】 Lee Han-shin, a lawyer and caretaker for Chairman Ji Dong-man, who is serving time for embezzlement, is mocked as the 'butler lawyer' but works hard. One day, due to Chairman Ji's connections, Han-shin is appointed as a parole officer and participates in the parole review for Chairman Ji. However, Han-shin makes a bombshell statement that hinders Chairman Ji's parole. Original title: 가석방심사관 이한신 Production country: South Korea Production year: 2024 (C) 2024 KT StudioGenie Co., Ltd. ■ Related Links 'U-NEXT' Official Site.
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