[Drama 2024] Mr. Plankton, Mr. 플랑크톤

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Drama: Mr. Plankton

Hangul: Mr. 플랑크톤

Genre: romantic comedy

Network: Netflix

Episodes: 10

Director: Hong Jong Chan (Link, Juvenile Justice, Life, Live Up to Your Name)

Writer: Jo Yong (Jugglers, It’s Okay to Not Be Okay)

Release Date: November 8, 2024

Runtime: Friday

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Plot

 

“Mr. Plankton” is a road variety and romantic comedy drama about those who float around like plankton, unable to connect with anyone or anywhere. It contains the process of dreaming of a colorful and brilliant future, escaping from a boring and boring world that is decomposed into seaweed with a plankton-like fate that has no attachment to anyone and cannot settle down.

 

 

Cast

 

Woo Do Hwan as Hae Jo

Lee Yoo Mi as Jo Jae Mi

Oh Jung Se as Eo Heung

Kim Hae Sook as Beom Ho Ja

Kim Min Seok as Yoo Ki Ho

 

Character descriptions

 

Jo Jae Mi (Lee Yoo Mi) is a woman who wanted to make a family by giving infinite love to a man named Hae Jo, who couldn’t find the meaning of life.

Hae Jo (Woo Do Hwan) has nothing and his heart is empty. He dreams of a brilliant future away from the boring world.

 

Eo Heung (Oh Jung Se) is the deeply rooted fifth-generation eccentric reader of Jonggatjib. Eo Heung uses a hidden card of premarital pregnancy to overcome opposition from the elders in the house and fulfill his marriage to Jae Mi. However, on the wedding day, Jae Mi mysteriously disappears with Hae Jo. Eo Heung sets out to pursue them relentlessly.

Beom Ho Ja (Kim Hae Sook) is Eo Heung's mother and the daughter-in-law of Jonggatjib for 60 years. Beom Ho Ja has endured various oppressions and pressures as the daughter-in-law of Jonggatjib since the age of seventeen. Now, as the leader of a respectable small-sized business that runs the deep-rooted food business of the Pungyeong family, she exudes an overwhelming force and presence. Enraged that Jae Mi, the prospective daughter-in-law, accepted solely because she carried the 'seed' of the Pungyeong family, has disappeared, Beom Ho Ja stops at nothing to catch Hae Jo and creates a commotion.

 

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Lee Yoo Mi reviews the female lead role in “Mr. Plankton”, expected to couple with Woo Do Hwan

dhanApril 14, 2023Last Updated: April 14, 2023

 

 

Actress Lee Yoo Mi is highly likely to appear in upcoming drama “Mr. Plankton” as the female lead.

According to a report by News1 on April 14th, Lee Yoo Mi is reviewing the casting offer to star in the new drama “Mr. Plankton” (written by Jo Yong/ directed by Hong Jong Chan) as the female lead.

 

“Mr. Plankton” is a road variety and romantic comedy drama about those who float around like plankton, unable to connect with anyone or anywhere.

The scenario was scripted by screenwriter Jo Young of “Jugglers” and “It’s Okay to Not Be Okay”. Director Hong Jong Chan, who created dramas such as “Link”, “Juvenile Justice”, “Life”, “Live Up to Your Name”, etc., will take the megaphone for this project.

Lee Yoo Mi was offered the role of Jo Jae Mi, a woman who wanted to make a family by giving infinite love to a man named Hae Jo, who couldn’t find the meaning of life. In the meantime, actor Woo Do Hwan is also considering the role of Hae Jo, raising drama fans’ anticipation for the romantic chemistry between the two.

 

Lee Yoo Mi left a strong impression on the public with her unique and immersive acting in various films, such as “Park Hwa Young”, “Young Adult Matters”, etc. 

Later, she delicately portrayed the painful appearance of the character Ji Young, who hides a heartbreaking story and risks her life challenging a survival game, in Netflix’s 2021 original series “Squid Game”. As the drama became a global hit, Lee Yoo Mi also gained recognition for her impressive performance.

“Squid Game” also helped the actress win Outstanding Guest Actress in a Drama Series at the 74th Primetime Creative Arts Emmy Awards last year.

Lee Yoo Mi, who has emerged as a global rising star, is expected to receive more attention through “Mr. Plankton”.

 

https://kbizoom.com/lee-yoo-mi-reviews-the-female-lead-role-in-mr-plankton-expected-to-couple-with-woo-do-hwan/

 

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Woo Do Hwan and Squid Game’s Lee Yoo Mi in talks as leads for It’s Okay To Not Be Okay’s writer’s next

Joseon Attorney’s Woo Do Hwan is currently in talks for the male lead in Mr. Plankton while All of Us are Dead star Lee Yoo Mi has been offered the role of female lead.

Written by Anoushka Mathew Published on Apr 14, 2023   |  10:55 AM IST  |  264.2K

 

 

On April 14th, an official from 'Keyeast' said, "Woo Do Hwan has been offered a role in the new drama 'Mr. Plankton'. It is one of the works being reviewed."

 

'Mr. Plankton' is a variety romantic comedy genre. Like Plankton, it depicts the stories of those who are floating without being able to connect anywhere or with anyone. It is known that Woo Do Hwan was offered the role of 'Hae Jo', the main character. He has nothing and his heart is empty. He dreams of a brilliant future away from the boring world. The screenplay for 'Mr. Plankton' was written by Cho Yong. He wrote ‘It’s Okay To Not Be Okay' and 'Jugglers'. Hong Jong Chan, producer of 'Link', 'Juvenile Justice' and 'Life', will be directing the drama. 

 

 

Woo Do Hwan is appearing in the MBC-TV Friday and Saturday drama 'Joseon Attorney'. He announced his successful comeback after being discharged from the military. He made his mark with the role of 'Kang Han Su' with a sense of justice and warmth. He is also ahead of the release of Netflix's 'Hounds'. He will be playing the role of 'Geon Woo'. He used to be a boxing prospect, but because of debt, he jumped into the loan business. He is a person who faces a new life as a bodyguard.

 

Lee Yoo Mi was offered the role of Jo Jae Mi, a woman who gave unlimited love to a man who couldn't find the meaning of life, and wanted to be a family. Expectations are high for the unusual romance chemistry between Lee Yoo Mi and Woo Do Hwan. Lee Yoo Mi appeared in the films Park Hwa Young and Young Adults, leaving a presence with a unique atmosphere and immersive acting skills. In 2021, she became Ji Young, a participant with a sad story who risked her life to challenge an extreme game in the Netflix drama 'Squid Game', delicately expressing the weight and wounds of her life, leaving a strong impression on viewers around the world. As a result, she is continuing her global journey by winning the Guest Actress Award at the 74th Creative Arts Primetime Emmy Awards, the most prestigious award in the US broadcasting industry last year.

 

https://www.pinkvilla.com/entertainment/woo-do-hwan-and-squid-games-lee-yoo-mi-in-talks-as-leads-for-its-okay-to-not-be-okays-writers-next-1216686

 

 

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Woo Do Hwan & Lee Yoo Mi in Talks for New Rom-Com by ‘It’s Okay to Not Be Okay’ Writer

by krishkim

 

 

Joseon Attorney star Woo Do Hwan and Squid Game actress Lee Yoo Mi are in talks to collaborate with It’s Okay to Not Be Okay writer Cho Yong.

 

Mr. Plankton is a new rom-com following the lives of people who, like plankton, are unable to connect with anyone or anything and simply drift through life. It comes from It’s Okay to Not Be Okay writer Cho Yong and Live Up to Your Name and Juvenile Justice director Hong Jong Chan.

If Woo Do Hwan does join the production, he’ll portray Hae Jo, a man with an empty heart and is unable to form attachments, much like plankton. The story will capture his journey to break free from his mundane and tedious world and pursue a dazzling, colorful future. Lee Yoo Mi was offered the role of Jo Jae Mi, a woman who wishes to become Hae Jo’s family by showering him with undying love as she searches for the meaning of life.

Mr. Plankton will be produced by Base Story and is planned as a 10-episode series, with discussions underway for its OTT release.

 

https://zapzee.net/2023/04/14/woo-do-hwan-lee-yoo-mi-in-talks-for-new-rom-com-by-its-okay-to-not-be-okay-writer/

 

 

 

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Woo Do Hwan In Talks + Lee Yoo Mi Reported To Lead New Rom-Com Drama By “It’s Okay To Not Be Okay” Writer

TV/Film

Apr 14, 2023

by M. Lim

 

 

Woo Do Hwan and Lee Yoo Mi may be working together in an upcoming rom-com drama!

On April 14, it was reported that Woo Do Hwan will be playing the lead role in the upcoming drama “Mr. Plankton” (literal title). In response to the report, Woo Do Hwan’s agency KeyEast Entertainment shared, “Woo Do Hwan has received a casting offer for the drama ‘Mr. Plankton’. It’s one of the projects he is currently reviewing.”

“Mr. Plankton” will be a romantic comedy that depicts the story of people who can’t blend in or connect with anyone, just like plankton. The drama will follow the journey of a man who has no other choice but to be a wanderer because no one has ever told him to stay.

Woo Do Hwan has been offered the leading role of Hae Jo, a man whose heart is empty because he owns nothing. Hae Jo dreams of a colorful future away from his gloomy plankton-like life where he feels like he doesn’t belong anywhere and doesn’t have anyone he cares about.

Reported to star opposite Woo Do Hwan is Lee Yoo Mi, who is said to have been offered the role of Jo Jae Mi, someone who will give Hae Jo an infinite amount of love and want to become his family. Lee Yoo Mi’s agency has yet to comment on the report.

“Mr. Plankton” will be penned by Cho Yong of “It’s Okay to Not Be Okay” and “Jugglers” and will be helmed by director Hong Jong Chan of “Link: Eat, Love, Kill,” “Juvenile Justice,” and “Life.”

Currently, Woo Do Hwan is starring in the MBC drama “Joseon Attorney.”

 

https://www.soompi.com/article/1580125wpp/woo-do-hwan-in-talks-lee-yoo-mi-reported-to-lead-new-rom-com-drama-by-its-okay-to-not-be-okay-writer

 

Oh Jung Se in talks to join Woo Do Hwan and Lee Yoo Mi in "Mr. Plankton"

by lo_ve, April 17, 2023

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Oh Jung Se will reportedly join the upcoming K-drama Mr. Plankton. 

According to several media outlets on April 17, Oh Jung Se will be joining Woo Do Hwan and Lee Yoo Mi in the upcoming romance comedy K-drama Mr. Plankton. 

Oh Jung Se's agency Prain TPC responded to the news. According to them, actor Oh Jung Se is currently reviewing the offer to star in the upcoming OTT K-drama. 

If Oh Jung Se confirms his casting, this will be added to his long list of upcoming works. The actor is set to star in the upcoming series Sweet Home Season 2, Ask the Stars, The Devil, and Sweet Home Season 3. He will also take part in the films High Five and Cobweb. 

Oh Jung Se is known for being part of several hit K-dramas such as Misaeng: Incomplete Life, When the Camellia Blooms, Hot Stove League, It's Okay to Not Be Okay, The Good Detective, Jirisan, Little Women, and more.

 

 

Mr. Plankton is a romantic comedy drama that will reveal the story of people who can't connect well with anyone just like Plankton. The series will showcase the journey of a man who became a wanderer not by choice because no one wants him to stay. 

The upcoming K-drama will be directed by Hong Jong Chan (Juvenile Justice and Dear My Friends) and written by Jo Yong (It's Okay to Not Be Okay). 

If Oh Jung Se officially joins the K-drama, this will be his reunion with writer Jo Yong. The two worked together in the series It's Okay to Not Be Okay.

Oh Jung Se got the offer to play the role of Eo Heung. he is a frustrating oriental medical doctor. 

Mr. Plankton will reportedly have 10 episodes and will be released through an OTT platform. According to reports, the upcoming K-drama will begin filming after the production finalizes the casting.

 

https://mydramalist.com/article/oh-jung-se-in-talks-to-join-woo-do-hwan-and-lee-yoo-mi-in-mr-plankton

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Oh Jung Se Joins Lee Yoo Mi And Woo Do Hwan In Talks For “It’s Okay To Not Be Okay” Writer’s New Drama

TV/Film

Apr 17, 2023

by S. Kim

 

 

Oh Jung Se may star in a new rom-com drama!

On April 17, JTBC reported that actor Oh Jung Se will star in the upcoming drama “Mr. Plankton” (literal title) as a lead role.

In response to the report, Oh Jung Se’s agency PrainTPC shared, “Oh Jung Se received an offer to star in ‘Mr. Plankton’ and is currently reviewing it.”

“Mr. Plankton” is a rom-com drama which depicts the journey of a man who chooses to live a nomadic life as there is no one who loves him or holds him back. The drama will be penned by Cho Yong of “It’s Okay to Not Be Okay” and “Jugglers” and will be helmed by director Hong Jong Chan of “Link: Eat, Love, Kill,” “Juvenile Justice,” and “Life.”

Oh Jung Se is in talks to play Eo Heung, who is a doctor of Korean Medicine and the 18th descendant of the Chunghaegong faction’s Eo family of Poongyeong who has a stuffy personality.

Previously on April 14, it was reported that actors Woo Do Hwan and Lee Yoo Mi are also in talks for the drama.

“Mr. Plankton” will consist of 10 episodes and is in discussion to broadcast through OTT platforms. Stay tuned for more updates!

 

https://www.soompi.com/article/1580624wpp/oh-jung-se-joins-lee-yoo-mi-and-woo-do-hwan-in-talks-for-its-okay-to-not-be-okay-writers-new-drama

 

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Woo Do-Hwan, Lee Yoo-Mi cast in Netflix series “Mr. Plankton”

Woo Do-Hwan, Lee Yoo-Mi, Oh Jung-Se, and Kim Hae-Sook are cast in Netflix series “Mr. Plankton.” The drama series will be scripted by Jo Yong (“It’s Okay to Not Be Okay“) and directed by Hong Jong-Chan (“Juvenile Justice“). For “Mr Plankton,” Woo Do-Hwan will play Hae Jo. He doesn’t know who his father is and this leads him to go on a search for him. Lee Yoo-Mi will play Jo Jae-Mi. On the day of her wedding to a wealthy heir (Oh Jung-Se), she skips out on the wedding and accompanies Hae Jo on his search.

Release date for “Mr Plankton” has not yet been set.

Plot Synopsis by AsianWiki: Nobody loves Hae Jo (Woo Do-Hwan), because nobody, including Hae Jo, knows who is his real father. This make people think he is like an impure substance among them. One day, he hears news that will change his life. He decides to go look for his real father. He happens to have Jo Jae-Mi (Lee Yoo-Mi) accompany him on his journey.

Jo Jae-Mi always wanted to have a family. She is going to marry Eo Heung (Oh Jung-Se), who is the successor in the Eo Family. The Eo family, including their mother Beom Ho-Ja (Kim Hae-Sook), run a food company. They don’t like Jo Jae-Mi as Eo Heung’s wife, but accept her because Eo Heung told them that she is pregnant. On the day of their wedding and before the wedding ceremony starts, Jo Jae-Mi disappears with Hae Jo.

 

 

https://blog.asianwiki.com/korean-dramas/woo-do-hwan-lee-yoo-mi-cast-in-netflix-series-mr-plankton

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Woo Do Hwan, Lee Yoo Mi, Oh Jung Se, And Kim Hae Sook Confirmed For New Drama By “It’s Okay To Not Be Okay” Writer

Soompi

Jul 12, 2023

by S. Kim

 

 

Woo Do Hwan, Lee Yoo Mi, Oh Jung Se, and Kim Hae Sook will star in the new drama “Mr. Plankton”!

Written by Jo Yong of “It’s Okay to Not Be Okay” and directed by Hong Jong Chan who helmed “Juvenile Justice” and “Dear My Friends,” Netflix’s new series “Mr. Plankton” is a romantic comedy that depicts the story of people who can’t blend in or connect with anyone, just like plankton. The drama will follow the journey of a man named Hae Jo, who was born by mistake, as he is accompanied by a woman named Jae Mi, who is the unhappiest woman in the world.

Woo Do Hwan will take on the role of Hae Jo, a man who has no other choice but to be a drifter because no one has ever told him to stay. Growing up without knowing who his father is, Hae Jo feels like he doesn’t belong anywhere. One day, he comes across life-changing news, which makes him decide to go on a journey to find out about his roots.

Lee Yoo Mi will play the role of Jo Jae Mi, the world’s most unlucky bride-to-be. Jae Mi, who has always been wanting a family, is about to get married to Eoh Heung, the only son of a prestigious family in their fifth generation. Right before the wedding, Jae Mi unexpectedly gets entangled with Hae Jo and accompanies him on a strange journey.

Oh Jung Se will portray Eoh Heung, the only son in a family with a deep history. In order to overcome the opposition of the elders in the family, Eoh Heung even leverages using pregnancy before marriage and successfully makes his wedding happen. However, on the day of his wedding, his bride Jae Mi disappears with Hae Jo in front of his eyes, and Eoh Heung chases after the two.

Lastly, Kim Hae Sook will portray Beom Ho Ja, Eoh Heung’s mother and the daughter-in-law of the head family. After becoming the daughter-in-law at the age of 17 and enduring all sorts of bullying, Beom Ho Ja becomes the charismatic head of the Eoh family’s food business.

https://www.soompi.com/article/1600032wpp/woo-do-hwan-lee-yoo-mi-oh-jung-se-and-kim-hae-sook-confirmed-for-new-drama-by-its-okay-to-not-be-okay-writer

 

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Netflix K-Drama "Mr. Plankton" Confirms Casting of Woo Do Hwan and Lee You Mi

by Hazel Jung, July 12, 2023

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Woo Do Hwan, Lee You Mi, Oh Jung Se, and Kim Hae Sook have been cast in the Netflix series Mr. Plankton, which tells the story of the most unfortunate woman in the world, Jo Jae Mi, forced to accompany Hae Jo, a man mistakenly born with an eccentric 'seed,' on his final journey in life.

Woo Do Hwan, known for his sincere and pure portrayal of a young boxer in the Netflix series Bloodhounds, takes on the role of Hae Jo, a man who was mistakenly born with an unconventional 'seed' and had to choose a wandering life without a family. One day, news shakes Hae Jo's life, and he searches for his biological father.

Lee You Mi, who garnered attention for her intense presence in the Netflix series Squid Game and All of Us Are Dead, where she won an Emmy® Guest Actress Award, portrays the role of Jo Jae Mi, the most unfortunate prospective bride in the world. Jo Jae Mi, who always wanted a family, suddenly embarks on an unfortunate journey with Hae Jo just before her wedding to Jonggatjib's fifth-generation only son Eo Heung.

 

 

Oh Jung Se takes on the role of Eo Heung, the deeply rooted fifth-generation eccentric reader of Jonggatjib. Eo Heung uses a hidden card of premarital pregnancy to overcome opposition from the elders in the house and fulfill his marriage to Jae Mi. However, on the wedding day, Jae Mi mysteriously disappears with Hae Jo. Eo Heung sets out to pursue them relentlessly.

Kim Hae Sook portrays Beom Ho Ja, Eo Heung's mother and the daughter-in-law of Jonggatjib for 60 years. Beom Ho Ja has endured various oppressions and pressures as the daughter-in-law of Jonggatjib since the age of seventeen. Now, as the leader of a respectable small-sized business that runs the deep-rooted food business of the Pungyeong family, she exudes an overwhelming force and presence. Enraged that Jae Mi, the prospective daughter-in-law, accepted solely because she carried the 'seed' of the Pungyeong family, has disappeared, Beom Ho Ja stops at nothing to catch Hae Jo and creates a commotion.

Meanwhile, Mr. Plankton is written by Jo Yong, the author of It's Okay to Not Be Okay, and directed by Hong Jong Chan, known for the Netflix series Juvenile Justice and the drama Dear My Friends. 

 

https://mydramalist.com/article/netflix-k-drama-mr-plankton-confirms-casting-of-woo-do-hwan-and-lee-you-mi

 

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Kim Min Seok Offered to Join Netflix Original K-Drama "Mr. Plankton"

by lo_ve, July 14, 2023

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Kim Min Seok might be the hidden card for the upcoming Netflix original K-drama Mr. Plankton.

According to the media outlet Star News on July 14th, Kim Min Seok will be added to the cast of the upcoming K-drama Mr. Plankton. 

Kim Min Seok will be the hidden card of the upcoming K-drama according to reports. It was also stated that Netflix has refrained from mentioning Kim Min Seok as part of the cast as his character will be a revelation in the series. 

If Kim Min Seok confirms his casting, this will be his third upcoming K-drama. This will also be his debut in a Netflix original K-drama. 

Kim Min Seok is set to star in the upcoming K-drama Bloody Romance with Nam Gyu Ri, Choi Hye Jin, Song Jae Rim, Steven Noh, and Jung Jin Woo. 

He will also lead the drama version and second season of Shark 2: The Storm. 

Kim Min Seok will also join the upcoming movie Re-Born with Lee You Mi, Song Deok Ho, Park Kyung Hye, Jin Goo, and Eum Moon Suk. 

The actor is known for being part of the K-dramas Lovestruck in the City, The Beauty Inside, Because This Is My First Life, Age of Youth Season 2, Doctors, Descendants of the Sun, and more.

 

 

 

Mr. Plankton will tell the romantic comedy story of people who can't associate and blend with anyone just like a plankton. It will showcase the story of a man who has no other choice but to be a wanderer because no one has ever suggested him to stay.

The upcoming K-drama will be led by Woo Do Hwan, Lee You Mi, and Oh Jung Se. 

Kim Min Seok will reportedly play the role of Yoo Ki Ho. He will work closely with Woo Do Hwan's character named Hae Jo. He will be the strange helper of the four main leads who will desperately look for each others' whereabouts. He will be the main key for the four characters to get connected. 

The new Netflix K-drama will be the collaboration work of director Hong Jong Chan (Juvenile Justice and Dear My Friends) and Jo Yong (It's Okay to Not Be Okay).

Mr. Plankton will exclusively air on Netflix to more than 190 countries. It will have a total of 10 episodes.

 

https://mydramalist.com/article/kim-min-seok-offered-to-join-netflix-original-k-drama-mr-plankton

 

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Woo Do-hwan and Lee Yumi to lead Netflix’s Mr. Plankton

by stroopwafel

The cast and creative team for Netflix’s latest original series Mr. Plankton has been announced. Woo Do-hwan (Bloodhounds) and Lee Yumi (Mental Coach Jegal) are set to co-star, with Oh Jung-se (Revenant) and Kim Hae-sook (Revenant) in supporting roles as a mother and son duo.

 

Woo Do-hwan will play Hae Jo, a drifter who’s never received affection from anyone in his entire life. His birth having been considered an unhappy accident, he has never known who his father was. The ambiguity around his birth origins has meant that he’s always been treated as an outcast. A piece of news shakes his world and it prompts him to take off on a journey to find his roots and his biological father. When he embarks on his trip he meets Jo Jae-mi (Lee Yumi) and they end up as unlikely travel partners.

Jo Jae-mi has always wanted nothing more than to have a family of her own. It seemed as though Eo Heung (Oh Jung-se) was the answer to her prayers, but on her wedding day she becomes a runaway bride and takes off, joining Hae Jo on his family-finding mission. She’s described as “the unluckiest woman in the world” and I’m already wondering if it’s because of her life, her unusual engagement to Eo Heung, or the circumstances of her meeting Hae Jo. (Maybe all three?)

As for Eo Heung, he’s the much-cherished only son of a family that has a strong, abiding pride in its deep roots. The family’s elders were so set against his marriage that he decided to tell a little fib to earn their blessing: she’s pregnant. Wanting to avoid an out-of-marriage birth, they accept her and the imaginary unborn baby as the newest additions to the family. So when Jae-mi leaves Eo Heung on their wedding day, he’s stunned. He sets off to find Jae-mi and Hae Jo, determined to follow them to the ends of the earth if he has to.

As the final member of the main cast, we have Kim Hae-sook as Beom Ho-ja, Eo Heung’s mother. Ho-ja married into the Eo clan at just 17, and her first years in the family were difficult. She was treated terribly by her in-laws but now she leads the family’s 60-year-old food company. She’s a force to be reckoned with and when her son’s stood up on his wedding day, she’s furious at Hae Jo, the man her future daughter-in-law has run off with. She will find him, no matter what it takes.

The drama’s title is a little unusual, but it’s a nod to the life protagonist Hae Jo leads when we meet him. He’s a man with no attachments in this life — he just drifts along like plankton in the ocean. This story in the hands of this creative team has so much potential: the writer, Jo Yong (It’s Okay to Not Be Okay) and PD Hong Jong-chan (Juvenile Justice, Dear My Friends) have worked on projects that depict found families and fraught relationships so beautifully, and with this cast to boot, my expectations are pretty high right now.

There’s no specific air date set yet, but Mr. Plankton is expected to premiere in 2024. (Beanies, I’m very proud of myself right now for not making any Squid Game and/or SpongeBob SquarePants jokes.)

 

https://www.dramabeans.com/2023/07/woo-do-hwan-and-lee-yumi-to-lead-netflixs-mr-plankton/

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Based on the writer alone, I'll watch this drama.

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Netflix's Upcoming K-drama "Mr. Plankton" Addresses Controversies

by lo_ve, October 16, 2023

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The production team of Mr. Plankton has officially addressed the controversy circulating regarding their behavior while filming.

On October 16, media outlet Sports Seoul made an official report about the tip they received regarding the Netflix upcoming K-drama  Mr. Plankton. The media outlet revealed that the people behind the K-drama illegally dumped trash after filming on Jeju Island. There were also proof photos of the trash that was dumped by the production team of the series. 

According to the informant, Mr. Plankton's staff and crew threw water bottles, cigarette butts, food containers, and lots of papers with the information of the directors and the upcoming filming schedules of the series included. 

There were also other posts on the online community that the K-drama was causing a nuisance to the residents of Huam-dong while they were filming. 

With this, the producer of the K-drama Mr. Plankton, High Zium Studio, gave their official side regarding the issues. 

High Zium Studio stated, "On October 15, our drama was filmed at Hwasun Golden Sand Beach from morning to afternoon. The filming concluded around sunset and we have scheduled to clean for two days -- the day of the filming and the morning next day."

They continued, "The production team made sure to pay extra attention to cleaning until the morning. In the future, we will be more careful while filming."

 

 

Mr. Plankton will tell the story of people who can't associate and blend with anyone just like a plankton. The story will focus on a man who has no other choice but to be a wanderer because no one has ever asked him to stay.

It will be led by Woo Do Hwan, Lee You Mi, Oh Jung Se, Kim Hae Sook, and Kim Min Seok.

The production is being led by director Hong Jong Chan (Juvenile Justice and Dear My Friends) and screenwriter Jo Yong (It's Okay to Not Be Okay).

Mr. Plankton will exclusively air on Netflix to more than 190 countries. It will have a total of 10 episodes.

 

https://mydramalist.com/article/netflix-s-upcoming-k-drama-mr-plankton-addresses-controversies

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Netflix drama MrPlankton still cuts, release in Q4 of 2024.

 

 

 

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Mr. Plankton

 

 

Directed by: Hong Jong-chan

Screenplay: Cho Yong

Cast: Woo Do-hwan, Yu-mi Lee, Jeong-se Oh, Hae-sook Kim, etc.

Publication date: 4th quarter 2024

 

This is the story of Haejo, a man born in the wrong place, who is forced by the world's most unlucky woman, Fungi, to accompany him on his final journey in life.

 

https://tenasia.hankyung.com/article/2024020667294

 

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Netflix drama MrPlankton 1st trailer, confirmed to release on November 8.

 

 

 

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the trailer is hilarious...

 

the matching tracksuits...

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Watch: Woo Do Hwan And Lee Yoo Mi Reunite As Exes Following Shocking Medical Diagnoses In New Rom-Com “Mr. Plankton” Teasers

Netflix’s new series “Mr. Plankton” has released its first poster and teaser!

 

Written by Jo Yong of “It’s Okay to Not Be Okay” and directed by Hong Jong Chan who helmed “Juvenile Justice” and “Dear My Friends,” “Mr. Plankton” is a romantic comedy that depicts the story of people who can’t blend in or connect with anyone, just like plankton. The drama will follow the journey of a man named Hae Jo (Woo Do Hwan), who was born by mistake, as he is accompanied by a woman named Jae Mi (Lee Yoo Mi), who is the unhappiest woman in the world.

 

The teaser poster features Hae Jo and Jae Mi walking side by side in matching tracksuits. While they walk together, their eyes look away from each other, creating a chemistry that hints at a romantic connection but also suggests distance. The tagline, “A last love romantic comedy of drifting souls,” adds to the intrigue about the unique romance the two will share.

 

 

The trailer released with the poster begins with shocking revelations for Hae Jo and Jae Mi. After being diagnosed with a brain tumor and given a terminal prognosis, Hae Jo unexpectedly reunites with his ex-girlfriend Jae Mi, who is heartbroken after learning that she is facing premature menopause despite having to carry on the family line as a prospective bride.

 

On the day of the wedding she has always dreamed of, Hae Jo crashes the event and tells her, “You want to escape, not get married. Let’s go,” while reaching out to her. At that moment, Jae Mi’s devoted fiancé Eoh Heung (Oh Jung Se) enters the scene, raising curiosity about what will happen next.

 

As they embark on this unexpected journey together, Hae Jo’s poignant remark, “Why is life so fun and chaotic at the end? It makes you hold on,” builds anticipation for their romantic story.

 

Watch the full teaser below!

 

 

Director Hong Jong Chan said, “Not only Hae Jo, Jae Mi, and Eoh Heung but all the characters in the story are lovable. As you joyfully follow these pure characters, you’ll find comfort and healing.” His comments increase anticipation for how their delightful journey will unfold.

 

“Mr. Plankton” is set to premiere on November 8 via Netflix.

 

https://www.soompi.com/article/1694806wpp/watch-woo-do-hwan-and-lee-yoo-mi-reunite-as-exes-following-shocking-medical-diagnoses-in-new-rom-com-mr-plankton-teasers

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October 14 2024

Teaser trailer and poster for Netflix drama “Mr. Plankton”

Teaser trailer and poster added for Netflix drama series “Mr. Plankton” starring Woo Do-Hwan and Lee Yoo-Mi. The romantic-comedy follows a man named Hae Jo (Woo Do-Hwan), who seeks to find his father, and a woman named Jo Jae-Mi (Lee Yoo-Mi), who flees her wedding and goes with Hae Jo. Caption on the teaser poster states “Wandering lives end. Love romantic comedy.”

“Mr. Plankton” will be available to stream from November 8, 2024.

Plot Synopsis by AsianWiki: Nobody loves Hae Jo (Woo Do-Hwan), because nobody, including Hae Jo, knows who is his real father. This make people think he is like an impure substance among them. One day, he hears news that will change his life. He decides to go look for his real father. He happens to have Jo Jae-Mi (Lee Yoo-Mi) accompany him on his journey.

Jo Jae-Mi always wanted to have a family. She is going to marry Eo Heung (Oh Jung-Se), who is the successor in the Eo Family. The Eo family, including their mother Beom Ho-Ja (Kim Hae-Sook), run a food company. They don’t like Jo Jae-Mi as Eo Heung’s wife, but accept her because Eo Heung told them that she is pregnant. On the day of their wedding and before the wedding ceremony starts, Jo Jae-Mi disappears with Hae Jo.

 

https://blog.asianwiki.com/korean-dramas/teaser-trailer-and-poster-for-netflix-drama-mr-plankton

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Woo Do Hwan and Lee You Mi's new K-drama Mr. Plankton confirmed its premiere date

by lo_ve, October 14, 2024

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Mr. Plankton will officially premiere in November.

On October 14, Netflix released the official poster and teaser for the upcoming romantic comedy K-drama Mr. Plankton. 

Mr. Plankton will depict the story of people who can't associate and blend with anyone just like a plankton. It will focus on a man who was born by a mistake and a woman who considers herself the unluckiest woman in the world. 

The upcoming K-drama will be led by Woo Do Hwan, Lee You Mi, Oh Jung Se, Kim Hae Sook, Kim Min Seok, and Lee El. 

The series will be the collaboration work of director Hong Jong Chan (Juvenile Justice and Dear My Friends) and screenwriter Jo Yong (It's Okay to Not Be Okay).

Mr. Plankton will be available on Netflix worldwide on November 8. The K-drama will have a total of 10 episodes. 

 

In the released teaser clip, the story unfolds as Hae Jo inquires about his recent brain tumor diagnosis. Meanwhile, Jae Mi (played by Lee You Mi) is also shown finding out the news of her premature menopause diagnosis, which she received prior to her marriage.

On Jae Mi's wedding day, Hae Jo unexpectedly appeared before her, urging her to escape and stop the marriage. As they were talking, Jae Mi's fiancé, entered the scene.

Hae Jo's final words in the trailer were, "Life is so fun and chaotic at the end, it makes you hold on."

Hae Jo will be portrayed by Woo Do Hwan. Nobody loves him including himself. he also doesn't know who is his real father. After finding out about his terminal illness, he decided to look for his father. 

Lee You Mi will give life to the character named Jae Mi. She always wanted to create a family for herself. She is set to marry Eo Heung, played by Oh Jung Se. Before she got married, she was informed that she was having premature menopause. 

Lastly, Oh Jung Se will portray the role of Eo Hung, the successor of the Eo Family who runs a food company. His family disliked Jae Mi but finally accepted her after knowing that she was pregnant.

 

 

https://mydramalist.com/article/woo-do-hwan-and-lee-you-mi-s-new-k-drama-mr-plankton-confirmed-its-premiere-date

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Woo Do Hwan And Lee Yoo Mi Embark On A New Journey In New Drama “Mr. Plankton”

Netflix’s new series “Mr. Plankton” has released its first stills featuring the cast!

 

Written by Jo Yong of “It’s Okay to Not Be Okay” and directed by Hong Jong Chan who helmed “Juvenile Justice” and “Dear My Friends,” “Mr. Plankton” is a romantic comedy that depicts the story of people who can’t blend in or connect with anyone, just like plankton. The drama will follow the journey of a man named Hae Jo (Woo Do Hwan), who was born by mistake, as he is accompanied by a woman named Jae Mi (Lee Yoo Mi), who is the unhappiest woman in the world.

 

In his final journey, Hae Jo unexpectedly reconnects with his ex-girlfriend Jae Mi. They are pursued by Eoh Heung (Oh Jung Se), a devoted groom, and Beom Ho Ja (Kim Hae Sook), the remarkable matriarch of a prominent family. The unique qualities of these characters spark curiosity about the story they will create together.

 

The newly released character stills heighten anticipation, particularly Hae Jo’s appearance as an uninvited guest at Jae Mi and Eoh Heung’s wedding. His empty gaze in the rain and the smile he shares with Jae Mi add layers to his character and deepen the intrigue.

 

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Woo Do Hwan stated, “Hae Jo is a free spirit above all else,” emphasizing his desire to portray Hae Jo’s carefree nature effectively. Jae Mi unexpectedly joins Hae Jo on his journey after his surprise appearance, leading her to confront her true self.

 

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Lee Yoo Mi described Jae Mi as “like a flower blooming amidst misfortune. She’s a friend who treats every moment sincerely and lives honestly.” She added, “Jae Mi finds comfort in Hae Jo, who helps her with her struggles. I hope the detailed emotions she experiences in various situations are clearly conveyed.”

 

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Eoh Heung’s pursuit of Hae Jo and Jae Mi adds another layer of intrigue. As a devoted groom who promised his love by giving Jae Mi flower shoes, Eoh Heung loses his bride on what should have been the wedding day of his dreams. This loss leads him on a chase that feels like his first real adventure. Oh Jung Se emphasized that “Eoh Heung is a character experiencing everything for the first time,” noting that love, pursuit, conflict, and even his own life are all new to him.

 

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Eoh Heung’s mother Beom Ho Ja, a strong presence and fifth-generation heir of a prestigious family, also captures attention. When her future daughter-in-law Jae Mi goes missing, Beom Ho Ja takes drastic action. Portrayed by the talented Kim Hae Sook, Beom Ho Ja adds depth to her character through a nuanced performance that balances serious moments with touches of comedy.

 

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Director Hong Jong Chan shared his deep appreciation, saying, “This is the most blessed casting of my directing career. Each actor has sincerely given their best in their performances.” His remarks raised expectations for the cast’s impressive ensemble acting.

 

“Mr. Plankton” is set to premiere on November 8 via Netflix.

 

https://www.soompi.com/article/1695838wpp/woo-do-hwan-and-lee-yoo-mi-embark-on-a-new-journey-in-new-drama-mr-plankton