Disney+ has announced that its recently released international spy thriller, “Tempest,” is now the number one most viewed Korean original premiere of 2025 globally — including APAC and Korea — based on its first five days of streaming.
Fronted by one of the most impressive casts in a Korean drama to date, “Tempest” follows Seo Mun-ju, a former U.N. ambassador, as she investigates an attempt on a presidential candidate’s life. When she learns the candidate has been accused of spying for North Korea, Mun-ju uncovers a web of deception, state secrets, and dangerous alliances.
By her side is Paik San-ho, a skilled operative with a shadowy past, who must balance his growing feelings with his mission to keep her safe. Their search exposes a conspiracy that stretches from Seoul to the White House — putting both their lives on the line.
The series stars:
- Gianna Jun (“My Love From the Star,” “Kingdom”) as Seo Mun-ju
- Gang Dong-won (“Peninsula,” “Uprising”) as Paik San-ho
- John Cho (“Star Trek,” “Murderbot”) as U.S. Assistant Secretary of State Anderson
- Lee Mi-sook (“Queen of Tears,” “The Plot”) as Lim Ok-seon, Jang’s mother
- Park Hae-joon (“When Life Gives You Tangerines”) as presidential candidate Jang Jun-ik
- Christopher Gorham (“The Lincoln Lawyer,” “Ugly Betty”) as Ethan, a mercenary
- Michael Gaston (“Daredevil: Born Again,” “Bridge of Spies”) as Secretary of Defense Eagleton
- Spencer Garrett (“Once Upon a Time… in Hollywood”) as President Houser
“Tempest” is directed by Kim Hee-won (“Queen of Tears,” “Vincenzo”), with action direction by Heo Myeong-haeng (“The Roundup: Punishment,” “Badland Hunters”) and a script by Jeong Seo-kyeong (“Decision to Leave,” “Little Women”). The series is produced by Imaginus, in association with Showrunners, AA, and Skydance.
Fans can dive into the pulse-pounding world of espionage, conspiracy, and political intrigue in “Tempest,” now streaming on Disney+. Viewers can also explore other acclaimed Disney+ K-dramas such as “Nine Puzzles,” “A Shop for Killers,” “Hyper Knife,” and “Moving.”
This article was written with the help of AI, based on a press release from Disney+, and was reviewed and edited by the Hallyu Dorama team.