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Disney+ unveils its next original drama The Manipulateda psychological thriller where revenge, manipulation and secrets intertwine in an intense spiral. The new posters highlight the five key characters in this story where no one is totally innocent.
Revenge born of injustice
Tae Joong (Ji Chang-wook) is an ordinary man whose life changes overnight when he is falsely accused of a heinous crime. Behind this machination lies Yo Han (Doh Kyung-soo), a calculating mind pulling strings in the shadows. When Tae Joong discovers the truth, he has only one goal: revenge on the man who destroyed his life.
The posters reveal a physically and psychologically scarred Tae Joong, his eyes burning with anger and the scar on his face symbolizing the pain of a man ready to do anything to regain control of his destiny.
Facing him, Yo Hanthe man who manipulates everyone, displays a disturbing calm. His discreet smile suggests a quiet cruelty: he eliminates without hesitation those who threaten his plans, including Tae Joonghis only "failed creation".
Allies and enemies with many faces
Alongside Tae Joong is Yong Sik (Kim Jong-soo), an upright, protective man who becomes his savior and mentor. His grave expression reflects the moral complexity of the story, where even good intentions can lead to tragedy.
His daughter, Eun Bi (Jo Yoon-soo), stands out with her piercing gaze and rebellious attitude. A difficult but precious ally, she brings a singular energy to this fight against injustice.
And finally, Do Kyung (Lee Kwang-soo) attracts attention with his provocative looks, dark glasses and earrings, playing a VIP client of Yo Han and another antagonist in the story. His ambiguous role promises to upset Tae Joong's plans.
An explosive launch on Disney+
The Manipulated will start on November 5, 2025 on Disney+ with the broadcast of First 4 episodesfollowed by 2 episodes each weekfor a total of 12 episodes.
With Ji Chang-wook, Doh Kyung-soo and Lee Kwang-soo in the same drama, The Manipulated promises to be one of the most captivating thrillers of the end of the year, combining human drama, strategy and high-voltage revenge.
