Busted! (2018)
A wildly entertaining Korean variety mystery series where celebrity detectives race to crack elaborate whodunits across three seasons on Netflix.
Busted! - Series Information
- Original Title: 범인은 바로 너!
- First Air Year: 2018
- Last Air Year: 2021
- Created by: Jo Hyo-jin
- Type: TV Series
- Genres: Comedy, Mystery
- Content Rating (US): TV-14
- Episode Runtime: Average runtime per episode: 85 minutes
- Number of Seasons: 3
- Number of Episodes: 28
- Status: Ended
- Original Language: Korean
- Spoken Languages: Korean
- First Air Date: May 4, 2018 (United States - TV-14), May 4, 2018 (Brazil - 14), May 4, 2018 (South Korea - 15)
- Networks: Netflix
- Alternative Titles: المذنب! (SA), Busted! I Know Who You Are! (US), Злочинець - це ти! (UA), Busted (KR), Busted! (CN)
- Production Companies: Company Sang Sang
- Production Countries: South Korea
Busted! - Plot
Suspense, surprises and fun abound in this Korean variety game show featuring big personalities and even bigger mysteries in every episode.
Busted! - Trailer
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Busted! - Cast & Crew
Creator(s)
- Jo Hyo-jin
Main Cast
- Yoo Jae-suk
- Park Min-young
- Sehun
- Kim Se-jeong
- Kim Jong-min
- Ahn Jae-wook
- Lee Kwang-soo
- Lee Seung-gi
- Ahn Nae-sang
- Tae Hang-ho
Busted! - FAQs
Where can you stream Busted! online?
Busted! is available exclusively on Netflix. You can stream all three seasons with a standard Netflix subscription or through Netflix Standard with Ads. All 28 episodes across the three seasons are available on the platform.
Is Busted! a scripted show or reality TV?
Busted! occupies a unique space between scripted drama and unscripted variety. Each episode presents a pre-written mystery scenario, but the cast members — playing heightened versions of themselves — react and investigate genuinely, blending scripted whodunit storytelling with the spontaneous energy of Korean variety entertainment.
Who are the main cast members of Busted!?
The main cast includes Yoo Jae-suk, Park Min-young, Sehun, Kim Se-jeong, Kim Jong-min, Ahn Jae-wook, Lee Kwang-soo, Lee Seung-gi, Ahn Nae-sang, and Tae Hang-ho. The ensemble brings together comedians, actors, and K-pop idols for a lively investigative team.
How many seasons and episodes does Busted! have?
Busted! ran for three seasons and a total of 28 episodes. Season 1 and Season 2 each contain 10 episodes, while Season 3 wraps up the series with 8 episodes. The show aired on Netflix from 2018 to 2021.
Did Busted! receive positive reviews from critics?
Busted! earned warm reception from fans of Korean variety content, praised for its clever mystery formats and the natural chemistry among its celebrity cast. Critics highlighted it as a refreshing hybrid of comedy and detective storytelling, though it appealed most strongly to viewers already familiar with Korean variety show conventions.
Why was Busted! cancelled after Season 3?
Netflix has not publicly disclosed the specific reasons for ending Busted! after its third season. The show concluded in 2021 after completing a satisfying three-season run. Cast changes across seasons and the natural evolution of the format likely contributed to the decision to wrap up the series.
When did Busted! first premiere on Netflix?
Busted! premiered on Netflix on May 4, 2018, simultaneously in the United States, Brazil, South Korea, and other regions. It was one of Netflix's early investments in Korean variety programming and helped pave the way for greater international interest in the format.
What shows are similar to Busted! for fans?
Fans of Busted! often enjoy Running Man (2010) and Crime Scene (2014) for their variety-meets-mystery format. For detective drama with a comedic edge, Detective Chinatown (2020) and The Uncanny Counter (2020) are strong picks. Infinite Challenge (2005) also shares Busted!'s high-energy variety spirit.
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