Waave's New Series 'Concrete Market' Expands Post-Apocalyptic Universe
Premiere info for Waave's new K-drama 'Concrete Market.' Starring Lee Jae-in and Hong Kyung, this 7-episode action series explores survival in a post-apocalyptic world.
Korean streaming service Waave is set to launch its newest original series, 'Concrete Market', an action-drama that plunges viewers into a post-apocalyptic world. The show tackles urgent questions of survival and rebuilding society, led by a strong cast including Lee Jae-in, Hong Kyung, Jung Man-shik, and Yoo Soo-bin.
A World of Ruin and New Rules
The series explores the aftermath of a catastrophe, focusing on the people who must navigate the ruins of civilization. According to its initial announcement, 'Concrete Market' exists within the same universe as a movie that had a limited theatrical release in Korea, expanding upon its lore. This connection offers a deeper narrative for existing fans while providing an intriguing, self-contained story for newcomers.
Release Details and What to Expect
The new series is scheduled to run for a total of 7 episodes, premiering exclusively on Waave for its domestic audience every Tuesday. As of now, a global streaming partner is yet to be announced (TBA), leaving international K-drama fans in anticipation. Viewers can expect a tense, character-driven story that examines human nature under extreme pressure.
Expanding successful film intellectual properties (IPs) into drama series is becoming a key strategy in the Korean content industry. 'Concrete Market' exemplifies this trend, showing how local OTT platforms are leveraging established universes to create compelling original programming with a built-in audience.
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