The global Disney+ streaming giant is destined to bring a new wave of change to the Korean drama market. Next month, the platform will be previewed exclusively its first original Korean Historical Dramatic series, ever, The dark flowreporting a bold expansion in the genre. Even before its release, the series generated a huge anticipation, with the Netizen who called the casting range “crazy.”
The dark flow Director of Choo Chang-Min unit, known for the success of the box office Masked who attracted over 12.3 million viewers and the writer Cheon Seong-Il, who delivered the legendary Fusion Sageuk Chuno with a peak record of 34% peak. This collaboration alone is sufficient to attract attention, but the project stands out even more as the first attempt by Disney+to produce an original historical K-drama. At a time when the competition on the local content is intensifying in the OCC market, the passage of the global platform in the Sageuk genre transports a symbolic weight.
The drama is set to Joseon during a period in which the Gyeggang once landscape descends into chaos. In the center there are three characters whose destinies intertwine: Si-Yul (Rowoon), a man who hides his past who has become a thief; Choi Eun (Shin Ye-Eun), an acute and right mercantile leader; And Jeong Cheon (Park Seo-Ham), an officer of the vertical government. Their beliefs, desires and destinies that push them into a turbine of conflict against the background of a turbulent era.
The casting range has already become an important discussion point. Rowoon, who showed off his broad spectrum of acting in both modern and historical dramas such as The Matchmakers, Destined for youAND The affection of the kingHe takes on the role of Si-Yul, playing the resilience and charisma of a man hardened by life. Shin Ye-Eun, who impressed Glory, The secret romantic pensionAND Jeonggyeon: The Star Is BornIt transforms into a strong -willed merchant, Choi Eun, revealing a determined and strategic side previously invisible in his career.
They are reached by Park Ji-Hwan, who brought Gravitas to The outlaws Series, versatile actor Choi Won-Young and Park Seo-Ham of Semantic error fame. Choi Won-Young will interpret a powerful general who tries to change Joseon, acting as a key figure in the story that is taking place.
The production team adds further credibility to the project. Director Choo Chang-Min has gained applause for the mixing of a delicate narrative with a large historic staircase in Masked. The writer Cheon Seong -il, celebrated for his unique narrative in ChunoHe is returning to the historical drama for the first time in 14 years, increasing high expectations.
The pre-report reactions have been explosive. After the trailer has fallen, fans flooded social media with comments like, “Rowoon in a Sageuk? I’m sold” “The trailer alone is overwhelming”, AND “The action scenes seem to be cinematographic.” Some even started counting up the release date, saying they could no longer wait.
Adding to the anticipation, The dark flow He was officially invited to the “on the screen” section of the 30th Busan International Film Festival, where he will hold his world premiere on September 17th. The debut of the Festival should build a strong word of mouth in view of its global streaming exit.
For Disney+, The dark flow It represents more than a marketing slogan. Reports a commitment to invest in traditional Korean content and to expand the global flow of K. KingdomDisney+ is positioning The dark flow As a new standard for sageuk narration based on action.
With a stellar cast, a proven creative team and the novelty of being the first historical K-drama of Disney+, The dark flow It is already prepared for success. While the premiere approaches, all eyes are found that the drama will fascinate not only the Korean public but also global spectators. The dark flow It is set for release all over the world on Disney+ in September 2025.
Sources: Wikitoe
