"The Mantis: Original Sin" SBS weekend drama returns as a genre piece.
On September 5, SBS's new weekend drama "The Mantis: Original Sin" (directed by Byun Young-joo, written by Lee Young-jong, planned by Studio S, produced by Merry Christmas, Mega Monster, and Boim Film Production) will air for the first time. "The Mantis: Original Sin" is a high-density crime thriller, occurring 20 years after the brutal serial killer "The Mantis" was captured, where copycat crimes resurface and a detective, who has held a lifelong hatred for "The Mantis"—his mother—is forced to partake in an unexpected collaborative investigation. The stars Go Hyun-jung (as Jeong Yi-shin) and Jang Dong-yoon (as Cha Su-yeol) are anticipated to make a shocking transformation, stirring high expectations even before the release.
"The Mantis: Original Sin" is a high-density crime thriller. Thus, the intricate story and meticulous composition, along with the sensory direction that elevates the tension of the drama, are essential. To achieve this, a powerful production team has come together, deemed a dream team optimized for genre pieces. Director Byun Young-joo of the film "The Drug King" and writer Lee Young-jong of the films "Spring of Seoul" and "The Black House" are the main characters here. The two are expected to create a well-made genre piece of unprecedented quality.
Another noteworthy aspect is that "The Mantis: Original Sin" is scheduled as an SBS weekend drama. The combination of SBS weekend dramas and genre pieces has led to numerous success stories, garnering explosive support from viewers. The various genre dramas that have graced SBS weekend slots have boasted strong immersion, compelling viewers to not take their eyes off the screen for even a moment. Furthermore, they have left a significant impact at just the right moments, ensuring a lasting impression.
From iconic well-made genre dramas like "Those Who Read the Minds of Evil", to the phenomenon-causing "Taxi Driver" series, the superb blend of comedy and action in the "The Fiery Priest" series, the new possibilities shown in legal dramas such as "Good Partner", and the new potentials proven in fantasy genres with "The Judge from Hell", to the memorable high-level performances in "Connection", and the paradigm shift in crime investigation dramas in "Chaebol X Detective"—the SBS weekend drama genre boasts countless titles that resonate with viewers. Many audiences express unyielding trust, stating, "SBS weekend drama genre pieces are a sure watch."
With so many viewers anticipating SBS weekend dramas, the high-density crime thriller "The Mantis: Original Sin" is coming with a production team known as the genre piece dream team, alongside exclusive actors who excel in both acting and public appeal. It is no wonder that expectations for "The Mantis: Original Sin" are sky-high.
Proving this, "The Mantis: Original Sin" captivates the audience with impactful teasers, posters, and filming stills, making the hearts of genre-loving viewers race with excitement. SBS weekend dramas, which excel in their expertise, return with the genre pieces most favored by the audience. The sole high-density crime thriller that will command the living room this fall, SBS weekend drama "The Mantis: Original Sin", will premiere on September 5 at 9:50 p.m.
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