Starting from the 21st (Friday), Coupang Play will officially showcase HBO and Max original works. With a content partnership with Warner Bros. Discovery, Coupang Play will provide viewers with a unique content experience.
Following the news of HBO original content services, there was indeed a heated response online. Fans have expressed growing anticipation for the chance to see not only the beloved masterpieces recognized globally but also the buzzworthy productions that will be premiered exclusively on Coupang Play.
Among the five works being premiered in the country for the first time, the first is 'The Last of Us' Season 1, which has achieved enthusiastic popularity worldwide. The story is set 20 years after a parasitic fungus overwhelms the world and infects individuals, focusing on Joel, who undertakes the task of escorting 14-year-old Ellie out of the quarantine zone, as they rely on each other to cross the devastated United States.
The 'Dune: Prophecy' Season 1, which has overwhelmed the public with its grand worldview from the original novel to the film, will also be available on Coupang Play starting today. Written by Frank Herbert, the epic story begins 10,000 years before 'Paul Atreides' is born, depicting two Harkonnen sisters establishing the legendary Bene Gesserit order while fighting against forces threatening the future of humanity. 'Dune: Prophecy' is inspired by the novel "Sisterhood of Dune" by Brian Herbert and Kevin J. Anderson, making it a must-watch for 'Dune' fans.
'Succession' Season 4, the final season of the critically acclaimed series that has received praise from domestic viewers, will also reach Coupang Play's audience. The 'Succession' series depicts the increasingly complex familial relationships over power and the line of succession. It has notably won the Emmy Award for Outstanding Drama Series over four seasons thanks to its exceptional psychological portrayal and story development.
Another highly praised work making its debut in our country is 'The Penguin' Season 1. This project depicts the fierce struggles of the villain 'Penguin' from the Batman series as he aims to seize control of Gotham's criminal underworld. With a compelling performance from actor Colin Farrell, who won the Primetime Emmy Award for Best Actor in a TV Mini-Series at the 82nd Golden Globe Awards, this series presents an extreme 'anti-hero' narrative.
Lastly, 'White Lotus' Season 3, which has gained global attention thanks to the appearance of BLACKPINK's 'Lisa' (Lalisa Manobal), will be released alongside all episodes of Seasons 1 and 2. This series, which proved its popularity by winning a Mini-Series award at the 74th Primetime Emmy Awards in 2022, tells the story of events occurring over a week at the luxurious hotel chain 'White Lotus.' Season 1 is set in Hawaii, Season 2 in Italy, and Season 3 in Thailand, showcasing an excellent black comedy. 'White Lotus' Season 3 deals with the interactions among various employees and guests at a Thai resort over a week, gradually revealing the complicated truths among seemingly perfect vacationers and cheerful hotel staff.
In this way, Coupang Play is expected to continuously unveil many award-winning HBO and Max original content, showcasing masterpieces recognized for their excellence to global audiences for the first time in the country.
Through this content partnership with Warner Bros. Discovery, Coupang Play will also provide a wide range of content across various genres including documentaries and animation.
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