tvN’s “The Player 2: Master of Swindlers” Returns with a Powerful Team to Take Down the Corrupt
With just one day left until the first broadcast, tvN’s new Monday-Tuesday drama “The Player 2: Master of Swindlers” (written by Park Sang Moon, directed by Go Jae Hyun and So Jae Hyun, and produced by People Story Company) is back with an even stronger team of “Swindlers”! It promises to be a team play action scam drama that will deliver cathartic justice by refreshingly taking down the corrupt wealthy. Here are some interesting viewing points to make your watching experience even more enjoyable:
- Korean Drama: The Player 2: Master of Swindlers
- Native Title: 플레이어 2: 꾼들의 전쟁
- Also Known As (AKA): Player Season 2: Master of Swindlers , Player Season 2: War of Gambler , Peulleieo Sijeun 2 , Player 2: Ggundeului Jeonjaeng
- Country: South Korea
- Genres: Action, Thriller, Crime, Comedy
- Director: Go Jae Hyun
- Screenwriter: Park Sang Moon
- Number of Episodes: 12
- Release date: Jun 3, 2024
- Finale episode date: Jul 9, 2024
- Aired On: Monday, Tuesday
- Watch On: Viki, TVING
- Running time: 60 min.
1. The best teamwork to be presented by Song Seung-heon, Oh Yeon-seo, Lee Si-eon, Tae Won-seok, and Jang Gyu-ri
“The Player 2: Master of Swindlers” features a fantastic synergy between:
- Song Seung-heon (Kang Ha-ri), a beloved Korean actor across generations.
- Oh Yeon-seo (Jung Soo Min), known for her wide-ranging acting skills.
- Lee Si-eon (Im Byung Min), a powerful actor who excels in any genre.
- Tae Won-seok (Do Jin-woong), who brings a strong presence and unique charisma to every role.
- Jang Gyu-ri (Cha Jae-yi), who will add fresh energy with her captivating character portrayal.
The five actors transform into a team of talented scammers:
- A hacker with the skills of a genius (Song Seung-heon)
- A fighter who can take on a hundred men (Lee Si-eon)
- A skilled driver (Jang Gyu-ri)
- and a mysterious woman with an unknown agenda (Oh Yeon-seo)
Their strong teamwork and camaraderie are expected to be a major highlight of the drama.
2. Even more meticulously and boldly! A new chapter of justice against powerful villains!
Kang Ha-ri (Song Seung-heon), a notorious con artist who punishes corrupt villains, takes on a new challenge after receiving a mysterious offer from the enigmatic Jung Soo Min (Oh Yeon-seo).
Once again, he assembles a team to achieve justice. This time, he joins forces with:
- Im Byung Min (Lee Si-eon), a hacker motivated by money and revenge.
- Do Jin-woong (Tae Won-seok), a skilled fighter driven by similar motives.
- and Cha Jae-yi (Jang Gyu-ri), their new driver.
They will face off against villains who use increasingly wicked methods for their own gain. However, our players are prepared to counter them with even more meticulous planning, boldness, and their sharp wit. We can’t wait to see what ingenious schemes the “Swindlers” will use to take down the corrupt wealthy.
3. Action, Cameos, and Immersion! Overwhelming immersion with unprecedented scale
This team play action scam drama promises a thrilling action feast that will keep you glued to the screen. Expect to see:
- Heart-pounding car chases
- Intense hand-to-hand combat
- And creative uses of everyday objects as weapons
The masterful directing will capture all the action, adding to the cool and thrilling experience.
Adding another layer of excitement is the lineup of veteran actors who will portray the villains in each episode. There will also be surprise appearances by unexpected characters throughout the drama. The list of impressive cameos includes:
- Kim Young-chul
- Lee Soo-hyuk
- Ryu Hye-young
- Nana
- Jun Hyun-moo
- Tae In-ho
- Heo Sung-tae
Filming locations in Thailand will further enrich the visual spectacle. “The Player 2: Master of Swindlers” promises to be an immersive and unforgettable drama experience.
tvN’s “The Player 2: Master of Swindlers” premieres on Monday, June 3rd at 8:50 PM KST.
