Big Bet (South Korean TV Series)

Big Bet (Korean: 카지노; RR: Kajino) is a South Korean crime drama television series that premiered on Disney+ on December 21, 2022. The series, which concluded its first season on January 25, 2023, was written and directed by Kang Yoon-sung.

The narrative follows the life of Cha Moo-sik, portrayed by Choi Min-sik, who rises to prominence within the casino industry. His life becomes increasingly volatile as he becomes entangled in a murder investigation, forcing him to make a final, high-stakes gamble to survive.

Promotional image for the drama Big Bet — Promotional poster for the series Big Bet.

Cast and Characters

The series features an ensemble cast, with Choi Min-sik leading as the central figure, Cha Moo-sik. Other notable cast members include Son Suk-ku as Oh Seung-hoon and Lee Dong-hwi as Yang Jung-pal.

Production

The series was produced for the Disney+ streaming platform. Following the conclusion of the first season, a second season was produced and released in 2023.

Related Titles

The story of Cha Moo-sik continues in the follow-up series, Big Bet Season 2, which was released in 2023.