Are you a fan of crime-psychological thrillers? If yes, this upcoming series is for you! Boasting an impressive cast lineup of Park Ju-hyun, Park Yong-woo, and Kang Hoon, the Korean drama “Hunter with a Scalpel” (“메스를 든 사냥꾼”) premieres this June 2025. Check out the details of this gripping series below!
“Hunter with a Scalpel” Korean Drama (2025)
Storyline
Seo Se-hyun is a brilliant forensic pathologist who routinely performs autopsies. During one such procedure, she uncovers a shocking truth. Her father, whom she believed died for years, has committed another mass murder.
Then, Se-hyun is determined to hunt him down relentlessly before the police catch him. Not seeking justice, she wants to wipe away the dangerous memory that binds them, bury her dark past, and save her future.
This gripping crime-psychological thriller delves into family trauma and fractured identity. It tests moral ambiguity and how far a person will go to protect or bury the truth.
“Hunter with a Scalpel” Cast and Characters
Main Role
- Park Ju-hyun as Seo Se-hyun
Seo Se-hyun is a top forensic pathologist diagnosed with antisocial personality disorder.
- Park Yong-woo as Yoon Jo-gyun
Yoon Jo-kyun is Se-hyun’s estranged father, a serial killer who has been missing for years.
- Kang Hoon as Jeong Jeong-hyeon
Jung Jung-hyun is a driven detective specializing in violent crimes. Although he teams up with Se-hyun, he still suspects him.
Supporting Role
- Choi Kwang-je
- Ryu Seung-soo
- Shim Ji-yoo
- Ryu Hae-jun
- Bin Chak-uk
- Oh Yeon-ah
- Ryu Hae-jun
- Kim Min-sang
- Kim Sen-hwa
Production
Writers Jo Han-young, Park Hyun-shin, Hong Yeon-yi, and Jin Se-hyuk teamed up on the drama’s script. The series was directed by director Lee Jung Hoon, known for “Shh, Please Take Care of Him,” and produced by Soul Creative and STUDIO X+U.
Fun Facts
- “Hunter with a Scalpel” is a live adaptation of Choi Yi Do’s thriller novel of the same name.
- The series premiered at the 2025 Canneseries Festival.
“Hunter with a Scalpel” Premiere and Where to Watch
This 16-episode Korean drama, “Hunter with a Scalpel,” is set to premiere on June 16, 2025, on U+ Mobile TV and U+ TV. For global audiences, the gripping series will be available on Disney+ and Vidio. New episodes will be released every Monday and Tuesday.
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