First Look at Knock-Off (2025): A Gritty Dive into South Korea's Counterfeit Underworld
Disney+ is set to unveil Knock-Off, a compelling South Korean black comedy crime drama starring Kim Soo-hyun and Jo Bo-ah. Directed by Park Hyun-seok and penned by Han Jung-hoon, the series delves into the murky world of counterfeit goods in the aftermath of the 1997 Asian financial crisis.
Plot Overview
Knock-Off follows Kim Seong-jun (Kim Soo-hyun), an ordinary office worker whose life spirals after losing his job during the financial downturn. Desperate and resourceful, he enters the illicit counterfeit market, rapidly ascending to become the vice president of the notorious Saemmul Market. His journey is fraught with moral dilemmas and the constant threat of law enforcement.
Complicating matters is Song Hye-jung (Jo Bo-ah), Seong-jun's ex-girlfriend and a dedicated special judicial police officer tasked with cracking down on counterfeit operations. Their intertwined past and opposing current roles set the stage for a tense cat-and-mouse dynamic.
Cast and Characters
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Kim Soo-hyun as Kim Seong-jun: A former office worker turned counterfeit kingpin.
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Jo Bo-ah as Song Hye-jung: A special judicial police officer and Seong-jun's former lover.
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Yoo Jae-myung as Kim Man-sik: Seong-jun's father who introduces him to the counterfeit world.
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Bang Hyo-rin as Bae Nu-ri: President of Saemmul Market.
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Kwon Nara as Moon Yoo-bin: A designer specializing in high-end counterfeit bags.
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Park Se-wan as Moon Da-bin: Yoo-bin's sister and fellow counterfeit bag maker.
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Kim Eui-sung as Bae Pil-gu: Nu-ri's uncle and a key figure in Busan's counterfeit scene.
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Kim Hye-eun as Jang Ji-soo: Nu-ri's lawyer and strategist.
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Ko Kyu-pil as Donkas: Nu-ri's right-hand man and enforcer.
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Jung Man-sik as Lee Ki-bong: A detective focused on counterfeit crackdowns.
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Kang Mal-geum as Jegal Hyun-sook: An investigator on the counterfeit task force.
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Kim Mu-yeol as Baek Jong-min: A prosecutor leading efforts against the counterfeit market.
Production Details
The series reunites director Park Hyun-seok and writer Han Jung-hoon, known for their collaboration on Song of the Bandits (2023). Produced by SLL and Arc Media, Knock-Off is structured into two seasons, each comprising nine episodes. The narrative aims to authentically depict the late 1990s and early 2000s in Korean society, emphasizing the emotional and societal impacts of the era.
Release Information
Initially slated for an April 2025 release on Disney+, the series faced delays due to controversies surrounding lead actor Kim Soo-hyun. As of now, the release has been postponed indefinitely, with no confirmed premiere date announced.
First Look and Teasers
A sneak peek of Knock-Off was showcased at the Disney Content Showcase APAC 2024 in Singapore. The preview highlighted Kim Soo-hyun's transformation from a humble office worker to a formidable figure in the counterfeit industry. The series promises a blend of intense drama, moral complexity, and a deep dive into the underbelly of counterfeit trade.
For a glimpse into the series, watch the official trailer below:
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