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New K-Drama “Trigger” Explores Uncharted Territory with Kim Nam-Gil & Kim Young-Kwang

Kate SánchezBy Kate Sánchez06/27/20253 Mins ReadUpdated:06/28/2025
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Prepare for an adrenaline rush, K-drama fans. Netflix is gearing up to unleash Trigger, a high-octane action thriller that’s set to plunge South Korea into unprecedented chaos. Starring the dynamic duo of Kim Nam-Gil and Kim Young-Kwang, this series promises a gripping tale unlike anything seen before.

Trigger dives into a shocking scenario where illegal firearms mysteriously flood the normally gun-free South Korea, igniting a wave of unimaginable violence. In this intense narrative, two men find themselves taking up arms, driven by vastly different reasons, as they navigate a country suddenly grappling with widespread tension.

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The recently unveiled teaser poster offers a compelling glimpse into the series’ core conflict, showing Lee Do and Moon Baek gazing intently at a box filled with unidentified firearms. Their contrasting expressions hint at the complex motivations behind their choices to wield a gun, which you can see below.

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Who is directing and writing Trigger?

The series is both written and directed by Kwon Oh-Seung, who gained significant acclaim at the Fantasia International Film Festival for his film Midnight, which stars Wi Ha-joon (Squid Games, Gyeongsong Creature). His expertise in crafting suspenseful and thought-provoking stories is set to deliver a unique perspective on the genre.

About director Kwon’s Midnight, we said in our review: “A simple film, Midnight is a ride that is worth taking because its faults are overpowered by a completely terrifying performance from Wi Ha-joon as Do Shik. Taking place over the course of one night, Midnight heightens the tension by lulling the viewer and the mother and daughter into safety by showing us a charming Do Shik—and actor Wi Ha-joon rises to the challenge. He is suave and calming, he knows what to say to get people to trust him, and a well-worn suit works wonders.”

In a Netflix newsroom post, Kwon Oh-Seung shared his take on the new K-Drama series. “It is a story about a situation that we all have imagined at least once,” says director Kwon Oh-seung. “This series explores guns from a different perspective, putting them at the center of the story.” 

Watch the Teaser Trailer

Trigger | Official Teaser | Netflix [ENG SUB]

Trigger is coming July 25, only on Netflix: https://www.netflix.com/kr/title/81696655 As illegal firearms flood into a gun-free South Korea, a resolute cop and a cunning arms broker find themselves at odds in a tense showdown.

The teaser trailer further amplifies the tension, depicting a world where these mysterious weapons appear across the country, leading to widespread unrest. Amidst this chaos, Lee Do embarks on a desperate investigation to uncover the truth. 

Trigger’s K-Drama Cast & Characters

Trigger (2025) K-Drama promotional image from Netflix

  • Kim Nam-Gil as Lee Do: A former military sniper who has become a determined police detective. He races against time to halt a string of deadly incidents and trace the source of the illicit weapons. (Known for Song of the Bandits, The Fiery Priest)
  • Kim Young-Kwang as Moon Baek: A mysterious figure who conceals his true motives behind a seemingly carefree demeanor. (Somebody, Call It Love)

Trigger is set to premiere globally, exclusively on Netflix. On July 25, 2025.

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