Parole Examiner Lee

Parole Examiner Lee is a South Korean television series that aired on tvN from November 18 to December 24, 2024. The drama consists of 12 episodes and was broadcast in the Monday and Tuesday 20:50 time slot.

Plot

The series follows Lee Han-Shin, a parole examiner who works to prevent individuals from manipulating the parole system through wealth or social influence. He seeks to implement justice independently, often clashing with those who abuse their power. Lee Han-Shin collaborates with Choi Hwa-Ran, a prominent figure in the private lending industry, who assists him in exchange for help recovering her own outstanding debts. The narrative also features An Seo-Yun, an ace detective dedicated to apprehending criminals, and Ji Myeong-Seob, the arrogant son of a wealthy chaebol family.

Promotional poster for Parole Examiner Lee — Promotional poster for the series.

Cast

Ko Soo as Lee Han-Shin
Kwon Yuri as An Seo-Yun
Baek Ji-Won as Choi Hwa-Ran
Lee Hak-Joo as Ji Myeong-Seob

Production

The series was directed by Yoon Sang-Ho and written by Park Chi-Hyeong. It occupied the tvN Monday and Tuesday time slot following the conclusion of Dongjae, the Good or the Bastard and was succeeded by The Queen Who Crowns in January 2025.