A Killer Paradox

A Killer Paradox (Korean: 살인자ㅇ난감; RR: Salinja Nangam) is a South Korean thriller television series released on Netflix on February 9, 2024. The series is directed by Lee Chang-Hee and written by Kim Da-Min. It is based on the webcomic of the same name, written by Ggomabi and illustrated by Nomabi, which was serialized on Naver between 2010 and 2011.

Plot

The story follows Lee Tang, an ordinary university student working a part-time job at a convenience store. His life changes after an accidental confrontation with a rude customer leads to the man's death. Lee Tang soon discovers that the victim was a serial killer wanted by authorities for four years. Following this event, Lee Tang develops an ability to identify individuals who have committed heinous crimes and deserve to die. He begins a journey as a vigilante, targeting these individuals. Simultaneously, Detective Jang Nan-Gam investigates the murders, eventually suspecting Lee Tang, while a former detective named Song Chon pursues the protagonist independently.

Cast

Choi Woo-Sik as Lee Tang
Son Suk-Ku as Jang Nan-Gam
Lee Hee-Jun as Song Chon

Promotional poster for A Killer Paradox — Promotional poster for the series.

Choi Woo-Sik as Lee Tang — Choi Woo-Sik portrays the lead character, Lee Tang.

Son Suk-Ku as Jang Nan-Gam — Son Suk-Ku portrays Detective Jang Nan-Gam.

Lee Hee-Jun as Song Chon — Lee Hee-Jun portrays Song Chon.