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[All] Who's in the Butterfly cast? Korean-set American drama OTT release date, Hollywood action review!
The Amazon Prime Original series "Butterfly," produced entirely in Korea and produced by a Hollywood team, is garnering significant attention with a strong cast of Korean actors, including Kim Tae-hee, Park Hae-soo, and Kim Ji-hoon. Check out the OTT release date, cast profile, Korean elements, and even viewer reactions.
1. Basic information about the drama <Butterfly>
This spy action and family drama is based on the graphic novel "Butterfly." Filmed entirely on location across South Korea, including Seoul, Busan, and Incheon, the series premiered internationally on Amazon Prime Video on August 13th. In Korea, it premiered on tvN's Friday-Saturday drama series (August 22nd) and on Tving OTT.
| Original | Graphic novel Butterfly |
| Episode | 6-part series |
| Genre | Spy action + family drama |
| OTT release date | Full episode released on Amazon Prime Video (overseas) August 13th |
| Domestic air date | tvN Friday-Saturday drama (first broadcast on August 22) / OTT is Tving |
2. Who is in the Butterfly cast?
The main character, Daniel Dae Kim, plays former U.S. intelligence agent David Chung, and he drives the drama's core narrative. Rayna Hardesty joins the cast as Rebecca, forming an adversarial relationship with the main character. The Korean cast includes Kim Tae-hee, Park Hae-soo, and Kim Ji-hoon, along with familiar faces like Sung Dong-il, Lee Il-hwa, Sung Joon, and Lee Jae-yoon, adding weight to the drama.
| Daniel Dae Kim |
The protagonist, David Chung (former US intelligence agent) Agent 'Rebecca' |
| Raina Hardesty | Agent Rebecca |
| Kim Tae-hee | David's wife, Kim Eun-joo |
| Park Hae-soo | Special appearance as 'Yongsik' |
| Kim Ji-hoon | Action character 'Gun' |
3. What are the roles of Kim Tae-hee, Kim Ji-hoon, and Park Hae-soo?
Kim Tae-hee appears briefly in the trailer, but she plays a significant supporting role in the actual drama. She plays David's wife, Kim Eun-joo, a key figure driving the family narrative. Her bilingual performance, which transcends English and Korean, adds to the drama's immersive quality.
Kim Ji-hoon makes his first full-fledged appearance in episode 2, showcasing his powerful presence through action scenes and charismatic performances. His dazzling action scenes have earned him rave reviews from fans both domestically and internationally, making him one of the actors to watch in this production.
Despite his special appearance, Park Hae-soo left a strong impact. While his screen time was limited, he made a strong impression with his powerful performance, captivating audiences every time he appeared.
4. How are Korean elements incorporated into the drama?
The show features scenes from everyday life, including karaoke, jjimjilbang (Korean sauna), makgeolli (Korean rice wine), budaejjigae (Korean army stew), and lullabies, as well as diverse cities like Seoul, Busan, Incheon, and Anyang. BTS's J-Hope's songs were also included, further enhancing the show's familiarity with global viewers. Many Korean fans also praised the show for its natural, unforced feel.
5. What was the audience's reaction?
While some criticized the plot as somewhat predictable, the show's dazzling action, Korean setting, and stellar cast garnered positive reviews, garnering it overall praise as a "watchable American drama." Furthermore, the drama's natural, unforced integration of the Korean setting attracted widespread attention, attracting both local and international audiences.
Q&A
Q. Will there be a season 2 of Butterfly?
A. While no official announcement has been made yet, there's a possibility that a follow-up season will be produced, depending on international response and Korean viewership ratings. Especially since Amazon Prime, tvN, and Tving are collaborating, there's considerable speculation that if the series performs well, it could lead to a long-term project.
Q. Where can I watch it in Korea?
A. In Korea, the drama will premiere on August 22nd as a Friday-Saturday drama on tvN, and will be available for online viewing through the OTT platform Tving.
This is possible. It's the same content as the Amazon Prime version that was first released overseas.
Q. What are the differences from the original?
A. While the original work was set in Europe, the drama was adapted to be set in Korea, including Seoul and Busan. Produced by Korean-Americans.
It is characterized by a strong reflection of Korean sentiment and background thanks to the participation of Jin and the actors.
Q. Isn't it awkward for the actors to act in English?
A. Korean actors such as Kim Tae-hee, Park Hae-soo, and Kim Ji-hoon speak both English and Korean. There are differences in pronunciation of some lines.
However, many people responded that it blended naturally with the character and setting and was not too awkward.
Q. Is this a drama that only has action?
A. No. As befitting the spy/action genre, there are plenty of gunfights and chases, but the relationship between the father and daughter and the family narrative also form a key axis, providing emotional immersion.
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