Netflix has revealed a lineup of Korean dramas and reality shows scheduled to air throughout 2024. Among the highly anticipated dramas is “The 8 Show,” featuring Ryu Jun Yeol.
“The 8 Show” follows the tale of a group of individuals trapped in a mysterious building. To escape safely, they must engage in games with cash prizes.
To delve deeper into the details, including the synopsis, cast list, and broadcast schedule, continue reading below!
1. Synopsis of “The 8 Show”
The 8 Show drama poster (doc. Netflix/The 8 Show)“The 8 Show” is a Korean drama themed around survival games, blending thrills and mysteries. It’s adapted from the webtoon “Money Games” by Bae Jin Soo. The cast boasts notable names like Ryu Jun Yeol, Chun Woo Hee, Park Jung Min, Lee Yul Eum, and Park Hae Joon.
Directed by Han Jae Rim, the drama revolves around eight individuals facing financial struggles. Desperate for money to fulfill various needs and survive, they find themselves invited to participate in a survival variety show called “Money Games.”
Trapped in an eight-story building, they must compete in various games for 100 days to win a cash prize of 44.8 billion won, to be divided equally among them. However, the challenges are formidable, with the cost of necessities like water, food, and electricity being 1000 times higher than usual. Can they endure the trials and survive the Money Games for 100 days?
2. Cast List of “The 8 Show”
The 8 Show drama poster (doc. Netflix/The 8 Show)Here’s the lineup of actors and actresses starring in “The 8 Show”:
- Ryu Jun Yeol as Jin Soo
- Chun Woo Hee as Se Ra
- Park Jung Min as Philip
- Bae Sung Woo as Sang Gook
- Moon Jung Hee as Moon Jung
- Lee Joo Young as Chun Ja
- Park Hae Joon (character yet to be announced)
3. Broadcast Schedule of “The 8 Show”
The 8 Show drama poster (doc. Netflix/The 8 Show)According to the official statement, “The 8 Show” is set to premiere on May 17, 2024.
The series commenced filming in 2022, starting on June 25 and concluding on December 23, 2022. The anticipation among viewers is palpable, having waited almost two years for its release.
Excited for the premiere of “The 8 Show”? While you wait, consider giving the webtoon a read!
