Netflix has confirmed the production of a new historical action film, currently under the working title “Dochabi,” featuring an ensemble cast that includes Kim Do-hoon, Jun Jong-seo, Lee Joon-gi, Lee Sang-yi, and Bae In-hyuk.
The film marks the next project from director An Tae-jin, who previously received industry recognition for his feature debut, “The Night Owl.”
“Dochabi,” deriving its title from the native Korean word for goblin, follows the story of Tae-san, a former soldier played by Kim Do-hoon. Tae-san lives in hiding with a Jurchen woman named Ahai, portrayed by Jun Jong-seo.
When border region commander Yi Do-gwan, played by Lee Joon-gi, begins hunting farmers under the cover of a mask, Tae-san is forced into combat and earns the moniker “Dochabi.”
The project pairs actors with established track records in action and historical genres, drawing on Lee Joon-gi’s extensive experience in series like “Moon Lovers: Scarlet Heart Ryeo” and “Flower of Evil,” alongside Kim Do-hoon’s prominence following his role in “Moving.”
The script is penned by Hwang Sung-gu, recognized for his work on “The King’s Warden” and “Anarchist from Colony.” The film is produced by Ondaworks, the same production company behind “The King’s Warden.”
The cast is further rounded out by Lee Sang-yi, who plays Park Se-ryong, an inspector harboring suspicions about the commander, and Bae In-hyuk, who portrays the compassionate Crown Prince Yeolhwagun.
By combining an experienced production team with a narrative focused on borderland conflicts and political conspiracy, the film aims to deliver a grounded take on the historical action genre.
This article was written with the help of AI, based on a Netflix Newsroom story, and was reviewed and edited by the Hallyu Dorama team.