Buckle up, K-drama fans—Disney+ just unleashed the first trailer for Gold Land, a gritty Korean crime thriller that marks the streaming debut of Hwang Jo-yoon, the mastermind behind Oldboy. The series stars Park Bo-young and Kim Sung-cheol, and it’s already got everyone hyped with its intense vibe and star-studded cast. Directed by Kim Sung-hoon of Chief Detective 1958 fame, Gold Land looks like it’s ready to shake up Disney+’s killer 2025 Korean lineup.
The trailer dives right into the action, showing Park Bo-young as a young woman who gets tangled up in a dangerous world after snagging some gold bars linked to a ruthless smuggling ring. Kim Sung-cheol plays a slick, scheming character caught in the same mess, and their chemistry promises a wild ride through a maze of crime and betrayal. The visuals are slick, the tension is palpable, and it’s got that classic Hwang Jo-yoon edge—think Oldboy’s gut-punch drama mixed with the action of Rampant and Memoir of a Murderer. No release date yet, but this teaser has fans itching for more.
Hwang, who penned the iconic revenge tale of Oldboy, is bringing his knack for twisty plots and deep characters to Gold Land. Paired with director Kim Sung-hoon, who knows how to deliver polished grit, the series feels like a perfect fit for Disney+’s growing K-drama slate. The platform’s been going all-in on Korean content, with recent bangers like the mind-bending Unmasked, the sci-fi thriller Hyper Knife, and Nine Puzzles, which smashed records as Disney+’s most-watched Korean show of 2025 after its May 21 premiere.
Gold Land is riding the Hallyu wave that’s taking over streaming in 2025, joining other Disney+ heavy-hitters like the treasure-hunting Low Life with Ryu Seung-ryong and the global conspiracy flick Tempest starring Gang Dong-won and John Cho. Fans are already buzzing about how Hwang’s dark, cinematic style will play out on the small screen, especially with Park and Kim leading the charge.
While we’re still waiting for a premiere date, Gold Land is shaping up to be a must-watch, packed with suspense, heart, and that signature Hwang intensity. Keep your eyes peeled on Disney+ for updates—this crime thriller’s gonna be one you can’t miss.
Source: The Hollywood Reporter