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One of the best superhero shows on television, with a perfect Rotten Tomatoes score, just got a massive update about its Disney+ future. The streaming service is known for being the home of the Marvel Cinematic Universe, and along with the Dcu, the two franchises have dominated superhero stories for over a decade. But as the super-powered subgenre has been viewed as a safe bet that will draw audiences, there have been inspired attempts to really grapple with the kind of narratives that are told within that realm.

Some of those attempts come from within Marvel and DC, with The Penguin and Agatha All Along, standing out as two adaptations that break the mold. But many more worthwhile stories approach the subgenre even more daringly, such as the HBO moviemaking satire The Franchise and the Hulu dark comedy Extraordinary. But one of the most successful series of 2023 just got a massive update,...

Disney+ confirmed today that the second season of Moving is in development, after the Korean series ranked as the No. 1 Korean original globally on the streamer.

This marks a continuation of Disney+’s collaboration with Kangfull, creator of Moving as well as Light Shop. The first four episodes of Light Shop will debut on Disney+ on December 4.

Moving is an action fantasy series starring Ryu Seung-ryong, Han Hyo-joo, Zo In-sung and Cha Tae-hyun.

Based on Kangfull’s webtoon of the same name, it follows a trio of teenage high school students who discover that they have superpowers.

“Moving is an action fantasy series but at its core, it is a coming-of-age story about friendship, family and human relationships,” said Carol Choi, Executive Vice President of Original Content Strategy, The Walt Disney Company Asia Pacific.

The series first premiered on Disney+ in August 2023, and later received the most number of nominations...

South Korean actor Wi Ha-joon stunned audiences with Squid Game, but his career includes a lot of other great shows from before and after the Netflix K-drama phenomenon. Wi Ha-joon has solidified himself as one of the most promising actors of his generation, going from supporting roles in lesser-known shows to key characters in some of the best K-dramas of recent years.

From films like Midnight and Gonjiam: Haunted Asylum to K-dramas like Little Women and Gyeongseong Creature, Wi Ha-joon has built a very interesting career so far. In the psychological thriller Midnight, he played a deadly serial killer hunting down his next victim and gave a chilling and eerie performance.

Meanwhile, in the found footage horror film Gonjiam: Haunted Asylum, Wi Ha-joon went from the hunter to the hunted as he explored a terrifying and haunted hospital. Still, some of his best work comes from TV shows, from traditional...

The Tyrant is a South Korean spy action-thriller series written and directed by Park Hoon-jung. The Disney+ series revolves around four different people trying their best to find a bioweapon, which was stolen during a secret handover to the United States intelligence service. The Tyrant stars Cha Seung-won, Kim Seon-ho, Kim Kang-woo, and Jo Yoon-su in the lead roles with Mu Jin-sung, Kim Joo-hun, Lee Ki-young, Park Hyung-soo, Choi Jung-woo, and Justin John Harvey starring in supporting roles. So, if you loved the spy drama, action, sci-fi elements, and a thrilling plot in The Tyrant here are some similar shows you should check out next.

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The Veil is a South Korean spy action thriller series created by Hong Seok-woo. The Mbc TV series follows the story of Han Ji Hyuk, the top field National Intelligence Service agent who was betrayed and...

Quality K-Dramas are abundant, but those with 100% Rotten Tomatoes scores are worth the watch. From alien parasites to heartwarming legal dramas, K-Dramas like Parasyte: The Grey and Extraordinary Attorney Woo offer diverse and engaging storytelling. Series like Chicken Nugget bring unique and hilarious premises to K-Dramas, providing a fresh and entertaining viewing experience.

Whether one is new to K-Dramas or a long-time binge-watcher, there are a Lot of shows available to watch across multiple streaming services, so it can be hard to know what to watch next. One reliable indicator of quality is Rotten Tomatoes scores, where a perfect 100% rating signals a reasonable consensus that the TV show or film is worth watching. With so many options now available, knowing which series has achieved this rare distinction can save you time and ensure a satisfying experience without fear of a shock mid-season cancelation or frustrating cliffhanger series ending.

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Beloved game creator Hideo Kojima has been an influential figure in the gaming industry, as the brain behind the celebrated Metal Gear franchise. In addition to games, he is an ardent fan of other art forms and has been highly popular in recent times for his reviews of films and shows that he gets to watch.

Hideo Kojima in the documentary Hideo Kojima – Connecting Worlds | Disney+

Kojima has a particular formula he follows to convey his feelings about a project he watches. A lengthy post would mean that he extremely loved the film or show and a one-word review meant that he was not impressed by what he saw. It seems an acclaimed Korean show called Moving has caught his eye and he can’t stop raving about it as he praised several elements in it on X.

Hideo Kojima Was Completely Blown Away By The Korean Supernatural Action Show...

‘Searching for Sugarman’ Producer Passion Signs ‘Planet Earth II’ Showrunner

Searching for Sugarman producer Passion Pictures has snapped up the showrunner of Planet Earth II from Plimsoll. Tom Hugh-Jones will boost Passion’s natural history offering and be based in Bristol, taking on the new title of MD Passion Planet (Bristol). He has a wealth of major natural history credits including Planet Earth, Human Planet and Life Story across a 30-year career, while he most recently helmed A Real Bug’s Life for Disney+, which launches today. “Planet Earth II and Tiny World are two of my favourite natural history series of all time,” said Passion CEO Nick Southgate. “The chance to work with the showrunner of these extraordinary pieces of TV was a no-brainer. I can’t wait to dig in with Tom and Dave and create a new era of intelligent, big wildlife shows.”

Netflix Explores UFO-Inspired Religion

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Prime Video announced today that the unscripted show Apartment404, from tvN and Prime Video, will be available on Prime Video starting Friday, February 23. Episodes will be released weekly every Friday. Apartment404 is an 8-episode retro reality variety program that stars Yu Jae Seok, Cha Tae Hyun, Oh Na Ra, Yang Se Chan, Jennie, and Lee Jung Ha. The show is set in an apartment building where the six residents trace the truth behind extraordinary events that occur in their residences.

With events based on true stories, each episode will have a unique setting and take place in a different period. The 6 cast members will split up into 2 teams, along with special guests, and compete against one another. At the end of the series, one person will be crowned the winner of the show.

The show is led by producing director Jeong Cheol-min who has worked on hit variety programs including Sixth Sense and Running Man.

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Moving Season 1 Review: Star Rating:

Cast: Ko Yoon-Jung, Lee Yeong-Ha, Kim Do-Hoon, Ryoo Seung-Ryong, Han Hyo-Joo, Zo In-Sung, Cha Tae-Hyun, and Ryoo Seong-Bum

Creator: Park In-je

Director: Park In-je

Streaming On: Hulu, Disney+

Language: Korean (with subtitles)

Runtime: 20 Episodes. Around 40 minutes each.

Moving Season 1 Review Out ( Photo Credit – IMDb ) Moving Season 1 Review: What’s It About:

Moving is a South Korean web series that pulls a lot of inspiration from the world of comic books and gives us a chance to see this very popular genre through the eyes of the South Korean entertainment industry, one of the largest and most important entertainment industries in the world right now. In Moving, we find ourselves with a generational story that sees both parents and their kids discover that they have abilities beyond the ones of other humans and how those abilities change the way they live their lives.

Hulu, although it had so many ups and downs when it first launched in 2007, is currently one of the best streaming services in the world. With Disney aiming to buy the entirety of Hulu's stakes from Comcast, the possibility of streaming endless movies and TV shows is greater than ever. However, given Disney's consistent decline in producing quality projects for the last few years, Hulu will likely suffer the same fate.

It seems Disney has noticed its losses and is preparing to make significant changes that could benefit Hulu. While Hulu continues adding more titles to its library, it also offers some intriguing original TV shows that will only be available on the streamer. With that in mind, here is a list of every original TV series coming to Hulu in December 2023.

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Culprits is a Hulu original thriller that takes a new spin on the heist genre,...

After its success on Hulu, the Korean drama Moving is receiving an official English dub, introducing the show to a new audience. The series follows superpowered South Korean spies who are trying to protect their children from a malevolent government agency while living ordinary lives. Moving delves into complex themes including generational trauma, espionage, and the power of parental love, setting it apart from other action-heavy projects released in Korea.

After becoming the most-watched Korean drama on Hulu in the US and Disney+ internationally, Moving is getting an official English-language dub, and Screen Rant is proud to present an exclusive first look at the trailer. Originally a webtoon by Kang Full, Moving was adapted by the same author into a 20-episode series in 2023 and quickly rose to the top of Disney+'s charts in Asian countries in addition to becoming Hulu's most popular Korean series ever. The show stars Ryu Seungryong,...

It seems all the Ott platforms are now building up their Asian content, with something new popping up on a daily basis. While Netflix gives us quality content via shows that come once a week, Prime has been lucky to sport all the big films of the Korean industry, such as Parasite, The Wailing, and more. Their latest addition is not one that stands out. In fact, it’s rather unassuming for its subject matter. My Love Puppy stars Yoo Yeon-Seok and Cha Tae-Hyun, two mighty stars of the Korean industry, yet even with their magnificent star power, this film is as flat as the roads they travel within it. It seems it may not be as hard as we imagined to make a movie about dogs devoid of any real substance. At the end of the day, My Love Puppy ends up being less emotional and more PSA.

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Moving season 2 is getting a mixed update from creator Kang Full, who previously downplayed the chances of a second installment. Full acknowledges the possibility of a season 2, noting that the webtoon on which the show is based already has stories before and after the events of season 1. The supernatural drama, featuring high school students with superhuman abilities, has been the most-watched Korean original show on Disney+ and Hulu.

Moving season 2 gets a mixed update from creator Kang Full. The supernatural drama centers around three high school students with genetic superhuman abilities. Their lives are threatened when a mysterious organization starts to hunt them down one by one. The 20-episode season 1, which stars Ryu Seung-ryong, Han Hyo-joo, Zo In-sung, Cha Tae-hyun, Ryoo Seung-bum, Kim Sung-kyun, Lee Jung-ha, Go Youn-jung, and Kim Do-hoon, is the most-watched Korean original show on Disney+ globally and Hulu in the U.S. It has also enjoyed glowing reviews.

If you are a fan of Korean dramas, action, and supernatural elements, then you don’t want to miss the thrilling conclusion of #Moving, the Disney+ original series based on the popular webtoon by Kang Full. The series follows three high school students who discover that they have inherited superpowers from their parents, who are former secret agents with a dark past. Together, they face the dangers of a mysterious organization that is after them and their abilities.

#Moving has been praised for its captivating storyline, stunning visuals, and stellar cast, which includes Ryu Seung-ryong, Han Hyo-joo, Zo In-sung, Cha Tae-hyun, Ryoo Seung-bum, Kim Sung-kyun, Lee Jung-ha, Go Youn-jung, and Kim Do-hoon. The series has also been a global hit, becoming the most watched Korean original series on Disney+ and Hulu in the first week of its release1.

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The final three episodes of #Moving are now available to...

Moving is quickly becoming a fan favorite on Disney+. The Korean superhero drama series is based on a popular webtoon of the same name by Kang Full, he is also the creator behind the Disney+ adaptation. Directed by Park In-je and Park Younseo, Moving is filled with action, teen drama, and heartwrenching moments that will keep your eyes glued to the screen.

Moving tells the story of three high super-powered school students, who inherited their powers from their parents. While they try to hide their powers their parents try to make sure that other people don’t use them for their powers. But all of their efforts are in vain because a very dangerous fight is just ahead of them.

Moving – Episode Guide (When are the Episodes Coming Out?) Credit – Disney+

Moving doesn’t have a very easy episode guide as Disney+ has decided to release the episode in a complicated way.

"It's nice to meet you, monster. I'm a monster, too." Oh, wow. Hulu has revealed an official US trailer with English subtitles for a Korean superpowers series called Moving. This was actually produced by Disney+ in Korea, similar to the extra crazy series Connect from last year. Based on the webtoon of the same name by Kang Full, the series is a supernatural drama that deals with three teenager high school students and their parents who discover their super powers. It's a play on superheroes, much closer to the X-Men series with its narrative, than anything in the MCU. These teens must conceal their superpowers to shelter their parents who have lived with painful secrets facing great danger over generations. Are the monsters? Or heroes? Who is coming after them now? The cast features Ryu Seung-ryong, Han Hyo-joo, Zo In-sung, Cha Tae-hyun, Ryoo Seung-bum, Kim Sung-kyun, Lee Jung-ha, Go Youn-jung,...

The Killer is a South Korean action thriller movie directed by Jae-Hoon Choi. It stars Jang Hyuk yu.

Merciless action.

Premise

A retired hitman whose wife goes on a trip with her friend, and asks him to look after the friend’s teenage daughter. Things go awry when he is forced to use a little violence to protect the girl from juvenile delinquents, but then they are found dead and the girl is kidnapped.

About the Movie

A “recipe” that worked well – very well – a few years back, and that, applying the same premise and an almost identical character, keeps on repeating itself movie after movie. The elements are there, with the good action sequences, the heroic character, but it not new. However, of what you seek if just raw action this might be to your liking.

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While the tightly choreographed action scenes in “The Killer” take their cue...

Hello Ghost aka Hellowoo Goseuteu (2010) South Korea

Written and Directed by Young-Tak Kim

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South Korea has a difficulty with suicides. On one hand they have one of, if not the highest rates of suicides in the developed world. At around 30 suicides per 100,000 people per year, only Lithuania is as bad. (By comparison, Canada and the U.S.A are around 11 suicides per 100,000 people per year.)

At the same time, because there are many Roman Catholics in South Korea, the belief that suicide is a sin – in fact, the ultimate sin – is widespread. Which may help explain why suicide is not discussed. If (for example) a student snaps during a hellish exam week and kills himself, many schools forbid discussing the death.

All of these attitudes to suicide, its (for want of a better word) popularity, societal disapproval of the practice and a need for secrecy were previously on...

Killer Imports [1] is a regular feature on Film Junk where we explore foreign-language films from around the world that haven’t yet had their chance to shine. I think I once loved a girl. The reason I bring this up is that I recently watched a Korean movie called My Sassy Girl and the woman referenced in the title reminded me of her. I wouldn’t normally review a romantic comedy, but I had read about this movie after having seen one of the director’s previous movies, Cyborg She [2], which I favorably reviewed recently. Both these movies are a part of a trilogy by the writer and director, Jae-young Kwak, although the science fiction element in My Sassy Girl is not the basis of the reality in the movie. I’ll get to that soon enough. Since this movie was released in 2001, I’ll admit that I’m late...