The action-comedy film ‘Officer Black Belt’ (무도실무관) has been confirmed for production on Netflix, starring Kim Woo-bin (김우빈) and Kim Sung-kyun (김성균). According to the source, filming began just last month in September 2023, indicating that it is expected to be released no earlier than the end of 2024.
Synopsis of Officer Black Belt
Lee Jeong-do, portrayed by Kim Woo-bin, holds impressive 9th-degree black belts in Taekwondo, Kendo, and Judo combined. He unexpectedly becomes a substitute ‘Officer Black Belt’ for five weeks after saving one from an attack by a criminal with an electronic ankle monitor. Kim Seon-min, played by Kim Sung-kyun, a dedicated probation officer, recognizes Lee Jeong-do’s remarkable skills and suggests he formally takes on the role of an ‘Officer Black Belt.’
The movie’s title, ‘Officer Black Belt,’ pertains to the officers responsible for monitoring high-risk repeat offenders on probation who wear electronic ankle monitors. They work in pairs with probation officers to prevent these individuals from committing further crimes, and they are also tasked with averting potential dangers that probation officers may encounter while subduing criminals when necessary.
Cast of Officer Black Belt
Lee Jeong-do, by Kim Woo-bin
Lee Jeong-do cannot ignore those in need even when he needs to deliver the food for his father’s store. He seems to be an ordinary and easygoing youth who enjoys spending time with friends at PC rooms, playing games, and having drinks. What sets him apart from others is his exceptional martial arts skills as he holds mpressive 9th-degree black belts in Taekwondo, Kendo, and Judo combined. His life takes an unexpected turn when he steps in to save an ‘Officer Black Belt’ from an assault by a criminal wearing an electronic ankle monitor, leading to a five-week stint as a substitute ‘Officer Black Belt.’
Kim Seon-min, by Kim Sung-kyun
“Kim Seon-min has always been dedicated to helping others and has chosen a career as a probation officer, where he supervises violent offenders. While working alongside Lee Jeong-do as temporary partners, he recognizes Jeong-do’s talent and instincts to encourage Lee Jeong-do to fully embrace the role of an Officer Black Belt.
Director of Officer Black Belt
The film will be directed and written by Kim Ju-hwan, the director behind “Midnight Runners” and the recent Netflix hit “The Hunt”.
