I, The Executioner has earned an invitation to the 2024 Cannes Film Festival, marking another significant milestone for Korean cinema. Directed by Ryoo Seung Wan, this highly anticipated sequel to the 2015 hit film Veteran is set to premiere on May 21, 2024, in the Midnight Screening segment of the festival.
As a follow-up to the successful Veteran, which captivated 13.4 million viewers, I, The Executioner is expected to attract substantial attention. Here’s a closer look at the film’s plot, cast, and release schedule.
Synopsis
teaser trailer for the film I, The Executioner (youtube.com/cjenmmovie)Veteran introduced audiences to Seo Do Cheol, a determined and ambitious policeman portrayed by Hwang Jung Min. In the first film, Seo Do Cheol faced off against ruthless chaebols, descendants of conglomerates, who were deeply entangled in criminal activities. These upper-class antagonists proved to be slippery and challenging adversaries.
In I, The Executioner, Seo Do Cheol returns, once again played by Hwang Jung Min. This time, he is confronted with a new and chilling case: a series of serial murders that have left South Korean society in shock. Seo Do Cheol isn’t alone in his pursuit of justice; he is joined by the inexperienced yet eager Park Seon Woo, played by Jung Hae In. The dynamic between the seasoned detective and his young partner adds depth and intrigue to the narrative.
Cast
Oh Dal Su, Jang Yoon Ju, Hwang Jung Min, Jung Hae In, Oh Dae Hwan, and Kim Si Hoo at the script reading for the film I, The Executioner (twitter.com/CJENMMOVIE)The film boasts an impressive cast, with several returning and new faces. The confirmed cast members include:
- Hwang Jung Min as Seo Do Cheol
- Jung Hae In as Park Sun Woo
- Oh Dal Soo as Oh Jae Pyeong
- Jang Yun Ju as Bong Yun Ju
- Oh Dae Hwan as Wang Dong Hyun
- Kim Si Hoo as Yoon Si Young
There are also rumors that Ahn Bo Hyun may appear as a villain, though this has not been officially confirmed. His potential involvement has generated buzz, especially after the release of trailers and behind-the-scenes photos showing him with Jung Hae In.
Broadcast Schedule
teaser trailer for the film I, The Executioner (youtube.com/cjenmmovie)I, The Executioner will make its grand debut at the Cannes Film Festival on May 21, 2024. Following its premiere, the film is scheduled for a public release in the fourth quarter of 2024. While the exact release date is yet to be announced, the production team has kept fans eagerly anticipating with teaser photos and trailers.
Filming for I, The Executioner wrapped up in April 2023, and the production has been in development since 2022. With such a strong foundation and a proven track record from its predecessor, this film is poised to be a standout in 2024.
As we await further details on the public release, excitement continues to build for I, The Executioner, a film that promises to deliver gripping drama and intense action, much like its predecessor.