Stranger (2017)
2017 · 2 seasons · Crime, Drama, Mystery
Hwang Shi Mok underwent brain surgery as a child to curb his violent temper, which left him devoid of emotions. Hwang becomes a prosecutor known for his piercing intelligence and logic, but he is ostracized because he lacks empathy and social skills. He is also one of only a handful of upright prosecutors who have refused to take bribes. One day, he encounters a stabbing victim while investigating corruption. He meets Lieutenant Han Yeo Jin at the crime scene. They join forces to root out corruption at the prosecutors’ office and solve a serial murder case.
Created by Lee Su-yeon, An Gil-ho and Yoo Je-won. Starring Cho Seung-woo, Bae Doona, Lee Jun-hyuk, Jeon Hye-jin and Choi Mu-sung.
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