No Way Out: The Roulette (2024) is a South Korean mystery thriller series written by Lee Soo-jin and co-directed by Choi Kook-hee and Lee Hoo-bin. It centers on an open murder contract: a 20 billion won bounty is placed on a notorious criminal, sparking a deadly scramble among those who aim to kill and those who struggle to stay alive.
Plot Overview
When Baek Joong-sik (Cho Jin-woong), a police officer, is unexpectedly assigned to protect the infamous Kim Guk-ho (Yoo Jae-myung), chaos ensues. Guk-ho has just been released from prison after 13 years, and the massive reward on his head attracts assassins, desperate citizens, and influential power players.
Lee Sang-bong (Kim Mu-yeol), Guk-ho’s lawyer, sees this case as a stepping stone for his career. Meanwhile, Ahn Myung-ja (Yum Jung-ah), the mayor of Hosan, manipulates the criminals to safeguard her political future. Seo Dong-ha (Sung Yoo-bin), Guk-ho’s son, faces overwhelming stigma tied to his father’s crimes. Enter Mr. Smile (Greg Hsu), a Taiwanese assassin who arrives in Korea determined to collect the bounty.
Why It Stands Out
- High-Stakes Thriller: Each encounter propels a fierce battle for survival and vengeance.
- Complex Characters: Intricate motives drive unpredictable twists.
- Political Intrigue: Corruption, moral conflict, and power struggles add depth to the narrative.
Release & Availability
No Way Out: The Roulette aired on U+ Mobile TV from July 31 to August 21, 2024. In selected regions, it’s also available for streaming on Disney+.
