Vigilante (2023)
A Korean crime-action thriller about a police student who takes justice into his own hands after dark.
Vigilante - Series Information
- Original Title: 비질란테
- First Air Year: 2023
- Last Air Year: 2023
- Created by: Moon Yoo-seok
- Type: TV Series
- Genres: Crime, Action, Adventure, Drama
- Content Rating (US): TV-MA
- Episode Runtime: Average runtime per episode: 45 minutes
- Number of Seasons: 1
- Number of Episodes: 8
- Status: Ended
- Original Language: Korean
- Spoken Languages: Korean
- First Air Date: November 8, 2023 (United States - TV-MA), November 8, 2023 (Germany - 18), November 8, 2023 (France - 18), November 8, 2023 (Brazil - 18), November 8, 2023 (Spain - 18), November 8, 2023 (South Korea - 19)
- Networks: Disney+
- Alternative Titles: ပြည်သူ့ဘက်တော်သား (MM), 비질란테 (KR), Вартівник (UA), آتش به اختیار (IR), الحارس (EG), القائم بالقانون (SA), Vigilante (US)
- Production Companies: Studio N, Beyond Story
- Production Countries: South Korea
Vigilante - Plot
Kim Ji-yong leads a double life as a Korean National Police University student by day and the Vigilante by night, personally punishing criminals who evade the law. He is surrounded by people who all possess different ulterior motives.
Vigilante - Trailer
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I'll show you real justice.
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Vigilante - Cast & Crew
Creator(s)
- Moon Yoo-seok
Main Cast
- Nam Joo-hyuk
- Yoo Ji-tae
- Kim So-jin
- Lee Jun-hyuk
- Kwon Hae-hyo
- Lee Seung-woo
- Lee Seo-hwan
- Gi Eun-you
- Gi So-you
- Hwang Soo-min
Writers
- Lee Min-seob
Vigilante - FAQs
Is Vigilante based on a webtoon or comic?
Yes, Vigilante is adapted from a popular Korean webtoon of the same name written by Kim Sae-am and illustrated by Daul. The original webtoon was serialized on Naver Webtoon and follows a police student who secretly punishes criminals who escape legal consequences.
Where can you stream Vigilante online?
Vigilante is available to stream on Hulu in the United States. It originally premiered on Disney+ internationally. Check JustWatch for the most current streaming availability in your region, as platform rights can vary by country.
Who are the main actors in Vigilante?
Vigilante stars Nam Joo-hyuk as the dual-identity protagonist Kim Ji-yong, Yoo Ji-tae as detective Jo Heon, Kim So-jin as journalist Choi Mi-ryeo, and Lee Jun-hyuk as Jo Gang-ok. The ensemble cast also includes Kwon Hae-hyo, Lee Seung-woo, and Lee Seo-hwan.
Does Vigilante have a satisfying ending?
Vigilante concludes its single season with a morally charged finale that forces Kim Ji-yong to confront the full weight of his vigilante path. Viewer reactions are divided — some find the ending thought-provoking and thematically consistent, while others wished for a more definitive resolution to the central conflict.
How many episodes does Vigilante have?
Vigilante consists of 8 episodes across its single season. Each episode runs approximately 45 minutes. All episodes were released on Disney+ beginning November 8, 2023, making it a complete binge-watch experience from the start.
Is Vigilante worth watching for K-drama fans?
Vigilante earned praise for Nam Joo-hyuk's intense performance and its morally complex take on vigilante justice. Critics highlighted its stylish action sequences and dark tone as standout qualities. Fans of crime thrillers and socially conscious Korean dramas will find it a compelling, fast-paced watch.
What is the content rating for Vigilante?
Vigilante is rated TV-MA in the United States, indicating it is intended for mature audiences only. The series contains graphic violence, intense action sequences, and dark thematic content involving crime and extrajudicial punishment. Viewer discretion is strongly advised.
Will there be a Season 2 of Vigilante?
As of now, Vigilante has officially ended after its first season and is not in production. No renewal for a second season has been announced by Disney+ or the production companies Studio N and Beyond Story. The series appears to have been conceived as a self-contained single-season story.
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