High Cookie

High Cookie is a South Korean fantasy-crime television series that aired in 2023. Directed by Song Min-Yeop and written by Kang Han, the drama consists of 20 episodes and was broadcast on the platform U+mobiletv. The narrative centers on the mysterious consequences of a magical cookie that grants the consumer's deepest desires.

Plot Synopsis

The story follows Choi Soo-Young, a young woman who enters the workforce at a factory at age 18 to support her family after sacrificing her own education. Her life takes a dramatic turn when her younger sibling becomes entangled in a dangerous situation involving a mysterious, homemade cookie that promises to make dreams come true. As the situation escalates, Soo-Young must intervene to protect her family.

The plot also features Seo Ho-Soo, a highly intelligent student at the elite Jeonghan High School. Despite coming from a financially disadvantaged background, Ho-Soo maintains top academic scores, often making him a target for his wealthier, more privileged classmates. The school environment is further complicated by the arrival of Yoo Sung-Pil, a mysterious and ruthless university admissions consultant who uses questionable and illegal methods to ensure his students' success.

Main Cast

• Nam Ji-Hyun as Choi Soo-Young
• Choi Hyun-Wook as Seo Ho-Soo
• Kim Moo-Yul as Yoo Sung-Pil
• Jung Da-Bin as Choi Min-Young

Production

The series was filmed in South Korea and released between October 23 and November 23, 2023. It explores themes of social inequality, academic pressure, and the moral compromises individuals make when faced with desperate circumstances.