'Rat' Ryu Jun-yeol to star in 'Outback' [Official]

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Following his role in 'Rat,' actor Ryu Jun-yeol is set to reach global audiences with Netflix's new original series 'Outback' (working title).

'Outback' tells the story of Seon, who travels to Australia after hearing news of her sister's sudden death and confronts mysteries surrounding her death in an unfamiliar city while pursuing hidden truths. Based on the webtoon 'Geu Dai,' Netflix announced on the 11th that production has been confirmed: "Building on the mysterious tension of the original work, we will dramatically reinterpret characters and stories, newly establish each character's backstory and relationships, expand supporting characters and world-building, and present a new narrative unique to drama."

The series' overall planning is led by director Han Jun-hee, who directed Netflix's 'D.P.' and planned the 'Weak Hero' series. Regarding the adaptation process, he stated: "Unlike the original work, we aimed to portray characters' emotions and relationships more deeply through the strengths of the drama medium. We wanted to capture not only the thrill of chasing events but also the anxiety and growth of young people who waver and change within them."

Direction is handled by Jeon Du-kwan, who served as assistant director on Netflix's 'D.P.' Season 2 and the latter half of the drama 'Your Taste,' and directed 'Scene: Strange Stories.' Writer Park Hyun-woo, who wrote Netflix's 'Weak Hero Class 2,' joins director Han Jun-hee once again to craft the script.

'Outback' draws particular attention as the next project for Ryu Jun-yeol, the lead of 'Rat,' which recently topped global rankings. In the series, Ryu transforms into Min-hyuk, a character at the center of the case Seon investigates. Min-hyuk is a mysterious man at the heart of all suspicions.

Hong Kyung portrays Seon, who heads to Australia to uncover the truth behind her sister's death. She gradually becomes entangled in mysteries while following traces left by her sister in an unfamiliar place.

Jung Ho-yeon, who rose to global stardom through the film 'Hope' and Netflix's 'Squid Game,' takes on the role of Smiley, a creator communicating with people via live broadcasts in Australia.

The character of Seon's sister, Si-young, is played by Won Ji-an. Through Si-young, who serves as the starting point of all stories, Won Ji-an will add depth to the series' mystery and emotional tone.

Additionally, actor Justin Min, known for Hollywood productions including Netflix's 'The Umbrella Academy,' 'The Angry People' Season 1, 'After Yang,' and 'Shortcomings,' has joined as Scott, a Korean-American police officer.

'Outback' (working title), which promises tense relationships and powerful synergy among Ryu Jun-yeol, Hong Kyung, Jung Ho-yeon, Won Ji-an, and Justin Min—each bringing distinct personalities and acting styles against the backdrop of unfamiliar Australia—will be exclusively available on Netflix.

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