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The Defects

  • TV Series
  • 2025–
IMDb RATING
7.4/10
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Yum Jung-ah, Choi Young-joon, Kim Jin-young, and Won Jin-ah in The Defects (2025)
ActionThriller

A work dealing with buying abandoned children by their parents and selling them based on price and rating, as well as the illegal adoption cartel that provides a free refund service if you d... Read allA work dealing with buying abandoned children by their parents and selling them based on price and rating, as well as the illegal adoption cartel that provides a free refund service if you do not like the child while raising it.A work dealing with buying abandoned children by their parents and selling them based on price and rating, as well as the illegal adoption cartel that provides a free refund service if you do not like the child while raising it.

  • Stars
    • Yum Jung-ah
    • Won Jin-ah
    • Choi Young-joon
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  • IMDb RATING
    7.4/10
    491
    YOUR RATING
    POPULARITY
    1,531
    358
    • Stars
      • Yum Jung-ah
      • Won Jin-ah
      • Choi Young-joon
    • 9User reviews
    • 2Critic reviews
  • See production info at IMDbPro
  • See production info at IMDbPro
  • Episodes8

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    • Woo Tae-sik
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    Kim Jin-young
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    • Jeong-hyun
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    Lee Na-eun
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    10MrymAltanani

    Diving into 'The Defects'

    As a passionate K-drama enthusiast I was both intrigued and apprehensive about The Defects The premise children being genetically engineered and discarded if deemed defective promised a unique twist And it delivered

    The series unfolds in a near-future where parents can customize their children only to return them if they dont meet expectations This chilling concept is brought to life through compelling storytelling and a stellar cast

    Yum Jung-ahs portrayal of Kim Se-hee a respected doctor secretly running an illegal adoption ring is both captivating and unsettling Her characters belief that only superior genes should survive adds a disturbing layer to the narrative

    Won Jin-ah shines as Kim Ah-hyun a survivor who leads a group of abandoned children Her journey of survival and revenge is both heartbreaking and empowering

    The shows pacing is relentless keeping viewers on the edge of their seats The moral dilemmas presented are thought-provoking challenging the audience to question societal values and the sanctity of life

    The Defects is a must-watch for those seeking a K-drama that pushes boundaries and offers more than just entertainment Its a reflection on humanity ethics and the consequences of playing with human.
    9yankeedoo

    Superb

    Another great series I wish U. K. tv had shows like these Action drama suspense Sad too Actors are great and you really want them to be caught the baddies I mean Def can't wait to ep3 Wish was all up at once But this will do unto ma dong. The 12 starts

    Repeated as now on here u get do a essay to leave a review Another great series I wish U. K. tv had shows like these Action drama suspense Sad too Actors are great and you really want them to be caught the baddies I mean Def can't wait to ep3 Wish was all up at once But this will do unto ma dong. The 12 starts.

    And still says I'm to short it's daft.
    1jeanhoku

    Movie at best?

    Premise sounds good, but the execution lacks, show disappoints. Looks slick but does not click. Reminded me of "Black Knight". Might work better as a movie. Actors are good and I suppose tried their best, but there is only so much that can be done. Even for an action oriented show there was lots of pointless screaming and silly gratuitous fighting.
    10imdbfan-7854260101

    Fast Paced Thriller

    I'm 4 episodes in, and so far I've been pulled into the story completely. There are sad moments, fun moments, suspenseful moments, and thrilling moments. It really has made me experience a lot of things in just 4 episodes, and with 4 more to go, I can't wait to see how the story turns out. Some people may not be massive fans of fast-paced dramas but I am so this was right up my alley.
    10mylvxa

    just watch it

    I really loved this kdrama, it combines action and thriller very well. I love the writing of every character, the emotional moments, how it started and how it ended. 8 episodes were sufficient so the plot wasn't slow or lacking. I recommend it 100%. Out of all the kdrama i have seen this year this one is one of the best so please watch it, don't miss it out.

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      Based on webcomic "Ayishopping" written by Eom Se-Yoon & illustrated by Ryu Ga-Myeong.

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      • July 21, 2025 (South Korea)
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      • South Korea
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    • Also known as
      • Child Shopping
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