7 Key Points About Veteran 2: I, The Executioner Starring Hwang Jung Min and Jung Hae In

Discover 7 key facts about the action-packed sequel Veteran 2: I, The Executioner starring Hwang Jung Min and Jung Hae In. Don't miss the thrilling details!
7 Key Points About Veteran 2: I, The Executioner Starring Hwang Jung Min and Jung Hae In

When it comes to action movies from South Korea, Veteran is definitely one to remember. The film drew in a whopping 13.4 million viewers during its theatrical run. In this sequel, titled I, The Executioner, Hwang Jung Min, Oh Dal Su, Oh Dae Hwan, Jang Yoon Ju, and Kim Si Hoo reprise their roles as detectives from the Metropolitan Investigation Unit.

Nine years after the first film’s release in 2015, the sequel is set to hit screens in 2024, with its debut at the Cannes International Film Festival. Curious to learn more? Here are seven key facts about the sequel:

1. I, The Executioner follows veteran detective Seo Do Cheol (Hwang Jung Min) as he hunts down a serial killer.

7 Facts I, The Executioner, Hwang Jung Min and Jung Hae In's Action Filmfootage of Hwang Jung Min in the film Veteran (doc. CJ ENM/Veteran)

2. The sequel is helmed by director Ryoo Seung Wan, who tasted success with 2023’s Smugglers.

7 Facts I, The Executioner, Hwang Jung Min and Jung Hae In's Action Filmdirector Ryoo Seung Wan (twitter.com/movie_n_NEW)

3. Director Ryoo Seung Wan promises a darker tone for I, The Executioner compared to its predecessor, which blended comedy with action.

7 Facts I, The Executioner, Hwang Jung Min and Jung Hae In's Action Filmfootage of Oh Dal Su, Oh Dae Hwan, and Hwang Jung Min in the film Veteran (doc. CJ ENM/Veteran)

4. Jung Hae In delivers a standout performance as Park Seon Woo, a new addition to Seo Do Cheol’s team.

7 Facts I, The Executioner, Hwang Jung Min and Jung Hae In's Action FilmJung Hae In (post.naver.com/FNC)

5. The original cast of detectives from the Metropolitan Police’s Violent and Crime Investigation Unit return for the sequel.

7 Facts I, The Executioner, Hwang Jung Min and Jung Hae In's Action Filmfootage of Oh Dae Hwan, Oh Dal Su, Jang Yoon Ju, and Kim Si Hoo in the film Veteran (doc. CJ ENM/Veteran)

6. I, The Executioner was selected for the Midnight Screenings section at the 77th Cannes International Film Festival in May 2024.

7 Facts I, The Executioner, Hwang Jung Min and Jung Hae In's Action Filmfilm poster I, The Executioner (doc. CJ ENM)

7. Following its Cannes debut, the film is set to hit South Korean theaters in winter 2024, aligning with its wintry setting.

7 Facts I, The Executioner, Hwang Jung Min and Jung Hae In's Action FilmOh Dal Su, Jang Yoon Ju, Hwang Jung Min, Jung Hae In, Oh Dae Hwan, Kim Si Hoo, and director Ryoo Seung Wan at the script reading for the film I, The Executioner (twitter.com/CJENMMOVIE)

Veteran 2: I, The Executioner has garnered significant anticipation since its production announcement in late 2022, especially with Jung Hae In joining the cast. Stay tuned for more updates on its release.

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