The Netflix series 'Trigger' is garnering huge popularity.
The Netflix series 'Trigger' was released on the 25th (Friday) amid intense interest. Following its release, there was a flurry of responses both domestically and internationally. According to the Netflix Tudum TOP 10 website on July 30 (Wednesday), 'Trigger' recorded 2,900,000 view counts (the viewing hours divided by the total running time of the work) within three days of its release, ranking 4th in the global TOP 10 series (non-English) institutional sector. Additionally, it has held the 1st place in 'Korea's TOP 10 series' since its release and has made it onto the TOP 10 lists in 20 countries worldwide.
Overseas media noted, "This imaginative scenario illustrates that the solution to avert social chaos lies in embracing the hearts of people filled with anger" (South China Morning Post), praising the series, while viewers expressed their excitement with comments like, "So fun. Can't sleep" (YouTube @행**), "Binge-watched all the way to Episode 10 overnight" (YouTube @ill*********), "It's not just action with guns; every time I see action in 'Trigger,' my mouth drops" (X @gg******), "The ending dialogue in Episode 3, the directing is insane. Kim Nam-gil's expression acting in a dilemma is outstanding" (X @be****), "The car chase scene is crazy. The thrill and immersion are no joke" (@no**********), and "I love that Moon Baek holds a gun—especially when holding two at once" (X @ox****), heating up the online space.
The fresh setting where firearms are delivered through courier in a country where guns are illegal heightened curiosity from the start, and the stories of characters wielding guns amplified dramatic tension. Additionally, the efforts of Lee Do (played by Kim Nam-gil), who suspects that illegal firearms incidents have a deeper motive and pursues it, along with the thrilling twists brought by Moon Baek (played by Kim Young-kwang), added to the series' allure.
Above all, the performances of Kim Nam-gil and Kim Young-kwang successfully captivated both domestic and international audiences. Kim Nam-gil, portraying the police officer 'Lee Do' who picks up a gun again to uphold justice, grounded the narrative with his nuanced emotional performance that captures the character's complex psychology and restrained action. Kim Young-kwang added dramatic tension by depicting the duality of 'Moon Baek,' a key figure in the world of arms dealing, in a multifaceted way. The unique relationship between Lee Do and Moon Baek, which transitions from cooperation to confrontation, provides continuous engagement until the end. Furthermore, the remarkable performances of actors portraying 'people wielding guns' such as Park Hoon, Kil Hae-yeon, Kim Won-hae, Woo Ji-hyun, and Lee Seok added significant value to the overall quality.
The unreleased stills released that day remind us of the iconic scenes from 'Trigger.' In the photos, Kim Nam-gil fully captures Lee Do's emotions filled with anger and confusion in his gaze, while Kim Young-kwang leaves an impact with his stunning visuals and commanding presence. Park Hoon, Kil Hae-yeon, and Kim Won-hae, who solidified the dramatic tension of the series, also effectively convey the characters' condensed emotions in even a single shot.
Behind-the-scenes stills showing the actors' exceptional talent are also intriguing. Kim Nam-gil and Kim Young-kwang, who displayed tremendous synergy, focused on monitoring every scene to refine their characters. From car chases to barehanded action, the two maximized the genre's thrill. Even while continuing the shoot in a cheerful atmosphere, they showcased a clear dichotomy of on- and off-screen personas that shift 180 degrees the moment they immerse themselves in their characters.
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