Vigilante (2023)

Description:

"Vigilante" plunges into a gripping tale of justice taken into one's own hands. The story begins with a profound tragedy: a young man, Ji Yong, witnesses his mother's brutal murder and watches as the culprit receives an astonishingly lenient prison sentence. Years later, confronting his mother's unrepentant killer, Ji Yong is compelled to deliver his own form of brutal retribution. This pivotal act ignites his transformation into the enigmatic "Vigilante." By day, he maintains a seemingly perfect life as an exemplary student at the prestigious police university, meticulously learning the very laws he will subvert. But on weekends, he sheds his student persona to relentlessly pursue and punish criminals who have evaded proper justice and continue their illicit activities. Operating outside the law, Vigilante finds an unexpected ally in the admirer Cho Kang Ok, who provides crucial support. Meanwhile, his actions draw the unwavering attention of Detective Cho Heon, who embarks on a determined hunt to capture the mysterious law-breaker. The series explores complex themes of morality, revenge, and the blurred lines between justice and crime.

Country: South Korea

Status: Ongoing

Released: 2023