One of the benefits of a global audience with streaming services is that we end up seeing all sorts of attempts to craft and release international projects that feature stories from different countries, big and small. Hulu is getting into the Korean drama series game with its upcoming political thriller “Tempest,” set to debut on September 10.
Assembled for the Hulu original’s cast is a group of actors that features Gianna Jun, Gang Dongwon, John Cho, Lee Misook, Park Haejoon, Christopher Gorham, Michael Gaston, and Spencer Garrett.
“Tempest” has a creative team that includes co-directors Kim Heewon (“Queen of Tears,” “Vincenzo”) and Heo Myeonghaeng (“THE ROUNDUP: PUNISHMENT,” “Badland Hunters”), with episodes written by Chung Seokyung (“Decision to Leave,” “Little Women”). The series is also produced by Imaginus in association with Showrunners, AA, and Skydance (who recently merged with Paramount).
An official logline for the original streaming series via Hulu:
Featuring one of the most impressive international line-ups in a Korean drama to date, Tempest follows Seo Munju, a skilled former diplomat, as she tries to uncover the truth behind an attempt on a presidential candidate’s life. After discovering the candidate was accused of being a North Korean spy, Munju digs into his past, unlocking a Pandora’s box of deception, state secrets, and more. Protected by Paik Sanho, a mercenary with a suspicious history and a hidden backer, Munju repeatedly finds herself under attack as she uncovers an international conspiracy stretching all the way to the White House. But, with danger drawing ever closer, will Sanho be able to keep his principal safe and his emotions in check?
You can view that new trailer for “Tempest” below, as you’ll be able to start streaming the series next month.
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