[Press Release] Going Big: Ma Dong-seok's 'Badland Hunters' to Redefine Korean Blockbusters

Big names, thrilling action, and spectacular scenes.

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Netflix has greenlit the production of upcoming blockbuster Badland Hunters featuring Ma Dong-seok, the iconic figure celebrated for his roles in monumental titles such as "Train to Busan", "The Roundup", and Marvel's Eternals.

The story unfolds after a major earthquake transforms Seoul into an apocalyptic wasteland. Ma Dong-seok assumes the role of Nam-san, a relentless wasteland hunter. Joining him are Lee Hee-jun as Yang Gi-soo, the doctor who survived the catastrophe, and Lee Jun-young portraying Nam-san's trusted partner, Choi Ji-wan. The narrative delves deep into a world where mere survival becomes a luxury, allegiances are volatile, and human will is tested against nature's harshest conditions.

Lee Hee-jun, Lee Jun-young & Roh Jeong-eui

With Ma Dong-seok, an actor whose films have resonated globally, at the forefront and Netflix's extensive audience reach, "Badland Hunters" is primed to become a blockbuster title worth waiting for. Given his past triumphs, there's undeniable excitement about how this collaboration will captivate audiences worldwide.

Renowned for crafting intense tension and unparalleled action choreography, action virtuoso Heo Myung-haeng steers the film while embodying excellence in the action genre. Audiences can expect a visual feast, marked by expansive apocalyptic landscapes and heart-pounding action sequences.

Badland Hunters promises not only a gripping story but also a cinematic extravaganza, cementing the caliber of Korean films that Netflix delivers to its viewers.

Production details

Title : "Badland Hunters"

Director: Heo Myung-haeng

Screenwriter: Kim Bo-tong, Kwak Jae-min

Cast: Ma Dong-seok, Lee Hee-jun, Lee Jun-young, Roh Jeong-eui

Production: Climax Studios, Big Punch ent

Co-Production: Nova film

Distribution: Netflix