‘The Generals (WT)’ Korean Political Drama Film Unveils 5 Lead Cast Members & What Else We Know So Far

Picture: Son Suk Ku, Ha Jung Woo, Ji Chang Wook, Hyun Bong Sik, and Seo Hyeon Woo

An exciting new political drama film from South Korea, The Generals (WT), is in development at Netflix. Narco Saints writer and director Yoon Jong Bin is behind the project, with 5 confirmed leads in Son Suk Ku, Ha Jung Woo, Ji Chang Wook, Hyun Bong Sik, and Seo Hyeon Woo. Here’s everything we know about The Generals (WT) on Netflix.

The Generals (WT) is an upcoming South Korean Netflix Original political-drama film written and directed by Yoon Jong Bin, who previously wrote and directed Narco Saints, The Spy Gone North, and Nameless Gangster: Rules of Time. The film has been confirmed to be a joint production between Moonlight Film and Sanai Pictures.

What is the plot of The Generals (WT)?

Netflix has released a synopsis for The Generals (WT):

“The film centers on Roh Tae-woo, a lifelong second-in-command who presents himself as an “ordinary person” while maneuvering behind the scenes beside Chun Doo-hwan, the dictator wielding absolute power and authority. Surrounded by allies, rivals and functionaries with their own agendas, Roh navigates a dense network of relationships in his bid to seize the throne for himself.”

MyDramaList has also written its own synopsis for the film:

“Set against the turbulent backdrop of modern Korean history, the story follows Roh Tae Woo, a lifelong second-in-command who carefully cultivates the image of an “ordinary man” while operating in the shadow of absolute ruler Chun Doo Hwan. As Chun Doo Hwan wields unchecked power, Roh Tae Woo quietly maneuvers through a dangerous web of allies, rivals, and political operatives—each driven by their own ambitions. Caught between loyalty and desire, Roh Tae Woo navigates shifting power dynamics and fragile relationships, all while plotting his ascent to the very top. “

Who are the cast members of The Generals (WT)?

Five lead cast members have been unveiled for The General (WT): Son Suk Ku, Ha Jung Woo, Ji Chang Wook, Hyun Bong Sik, and Seo Hyeon Woo.

Son Suk Ku will play Roh Tae Woo.  The actor has led Netflix K-dramas such as Heavenly Ever After, DP, and A Killer Paradox, and is also starring in the upcoming series Road. However, this will be the first Netflix movie in which the actor will star. He has played lead roles in films such as Night Fishing, The Roundup, and Nothing Serious.

Picture (L to R): Son Suk Ku in Heavenly Ever After, DP, and A Killer Paradox – Netflix

Ha Jung Woo will play Chun Doo Hwan. The actor’s only lead role in a Netflix project to date has been as Kang In Gu in Narco Saints. For almost 20 years, the actor has been a leading man in Korean cinema, and has starred in films such as Hijack 1971, Road to Boston, Along with the Gods, Tunnel, and The Handmaiden.

Picture (L to R): Ha Jung Woo in Narco Saints, Hijack 1971, and Road to Boston

Ji Chang Wook will play Heo Hak Seong. The actor last starred on a Netflix project in 2023, in the K-drama Welcome to Samdal-ri. He also starred in lead roles in Lovestruck in the City and Backstreet Rookie. As for films, he has yet to star in a Netflix film, and previously led films such as Hard Hit, Fabricated City, and Revolver.

Hyun Bong Sik will play Jung Ho Jung. The actor has yet to star in a leading role on a Netflix project, but has starred in a lot of Netflix K-dramas in supporting roles such as Aema, Sweet Home, A Killer Paradox, Doctor Slump, The Bequeathed, and Gyeongseong Creature. He has also starred in Netflix films Night in Paradise and The Match.

Picture (L to R): Hyun Bong Sik in Sweet Home, A Killer Paradox and Gyeongseong Creature

Seo Hyeon Woo will play Park Cheol Ung. The actor last starred on Netflix in the 2023 thriller-drama Celebrity, but his only Netflix appearances outside of Celebrity were a lead role in the K-drama Behind Every Star and a supporting role in the film My Name Is Loh Kiwan. He has starred in lead roles in Korean films such as Wall to Wall, Phantom, and Seire.

Picture (L to R): Seo Hyeon Woo in Wall to Wall, The Fiery Priest, and Behind Every Star

What is the production status of The Generals (WT)?

There was no confirmation in the press release on when filming is to get underway. So, for now, we’ll keep The Generals listed under development. 

We’d expect filming to get underway sometime in 2026.

When is The Generals (WT) released on Netflix?

This largely depends on when filming is to get underway, but we’d expect a second-half 2027 release or early 2028.

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