Karma: Korean psychological thriller on Netflix

Published by Julie de Sortiraparis · Updated on April 15, 2025 at 02:54 p.m.
The South Korean series Karma, directed by Lee Il-hyung and starring Park Hae-soo and Shin Min-a, mixes crime and destiny in a psychological thriller on Netflix.

A dark and captivating South Korean series

Karma is a South Korean series written and directed by Lee Il-hyung, combining the genres of thriller and psychological drama. It features a prestigious cast including Park Hae-soo, Shin Min-a, Lee Hee-jun, Kim Sung-kyun, Lee Kwang-soo and Gong Seung-yeon. Based on the webtoon by Choi Hee-seon, the story explores the effects of immoral decisions in an inevitable karmic spiral.

Where and when can you see Karma in France?

Karma will be available on Netflix from April 4, 2025.

Karma trailer

The trailer sets the tone for an intense psychological thriller, dominated by suspense and moral tensions.

Synopsis: After a terrible accident, six lives intertwine in this captivating story of crime and karma, where everyone is confronted with their darkest relationships and secrets.

A choral tale of the consequences of the past

In Karma, it all begins when an indebted man, Park Jae-yeong (played by Lee Hee-jun), attempts to fake his father's murder in order to collect a life insurance policy. This act sets off a chain reaction involving a reluctant witness (Park Hae-soo) and a doctor haunted by her past (Shin Min-a). Through their intersecting paths, the series exposes a web of debt, betrayal and despair.

Audiences love Korean psychological thrillers

Karma could appeal to fans of complex narratives in the style of Stranger(Bimilui Soop) or My Name, for its tense atmosphere, ambivalent characters and themes of redemption and guilt. Audiences familiar with South Korean series centered on moral dilemmas and in-depth investigations may find it an immersive experience.

What we know about production

The series is an adaptation of a popular webtoon by Choi Hee-seon. Directed by Lee Il-hyung, known for his work on A Violent Prosecutor, it features a format of 6 x 52-minute episodes. The non-linear narrative style allows for an exploration of the links between past and present, reinforcing the dramatic tension.

The essentials about Karma

Karma is a South Korean series that skilfully blends psychological thriller and choral drama. Its plot centers on six characters caught in a karmic loop, exploring the consequences of destructive choices. With its taut staging and renowned cast, Karma is one of Korea's most demanding and emotionally intense series.

This article is based on information available online; we have not yet viewed the film or series mentioned.

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Starts April 4, 2025

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