Gangnam B-Side

Gangnam B-Side is a South Korean crime thriller television series that premiered on Disney+ in November 2024. The series, directed by Park Noo-Ri, explores a dark criminal underworld hidden beneath the affluent facade of the Gangnam district in Seoul.

Plot Synopsis

The narrative centers on a string of mysterious disappearances occurring in Gangnam. The mystery deepens when Kim Jae-Hee, an employee at a prominent local bar who possesses sensitive information regarding these events, vanishes herself. The investigation draws together three disparate individuals, each pursuing the truth for personal motives:

• Kang Dong-Woo (Jo Woo-Jin): A detective who returns to active duty following a period of demotion.
• Yoon Gil-Ho (Ji Chang-Wook): A local outlaw who finds himself entangled in the case as a primary suspect.
• Min Seo-Jin (Ha Yoon-Kyung): A prosecutor who views the high-profile investigation as a strategic opportunity to advance her career.

Cast and Characters

The series features an ensemble cast portraying various figures within the police, legal, and criminal sectors of Seoul.

Production

Gangnam B-Side was directed by Park Noo-Ri, who also contributed to the screenplay alongside writer Joo Won-Kyu. The series consists of eight episodes and was distributed internationally through the Disney+ streaming platform.