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Stranger

Stranger

Original title: 비밀의 숲
★8.2/10(224)TV-MAage•2017–2020
CrimeDramaMystery
CreatorLee Su-yeon, An Gil-ho
Hwang Shi Mok underwent brain surgery as a child to curb his violent temper, which left him devoid of emotions. Hwang becomes a prosecutor known for his piercing intelligence and logic, but he is ostracized because he lacks empathy and social skills. He is also one of only a handful of upright prosecutors who have refused to take bribes. One day, he encounters a stabbing victim while investigating corruption. He meets Lieutenant Han Yeo Jin at the crime scene. They join forces to root out corruption at the prosecutors’ office and solve a serial murder case.
Seasons
2
Episodes
32
Country
South Korea
Status
Ended

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Reviews

8.2/10
TMDB Average audience rating
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Episode Guide

1
I Am Innocent
10 Jun 201777 min★ 7.8
As a teen, prosecutor Hwang Si-mok received surgical treatment for his abnormally developed brain, but the procedure left behind serious side effects.
2
Just Turn On The Lights
11 Jun 201769 min★ 8.4
The convict's strong plea for his innocence prompts Si-mok to review the CCTV clip. At the Yongsan police station, he runs into officer Han Yeo-jin.
3
A New Possible Suspect
17 Jun 201776 min★ 8.4
Si-mok volunteers to appear on live national TV to discuss Kang Jin-seob. He also makes a bold promise to find the culprit within two months.
4
Kwon Min Ah
18 Jun 201769 min★ 8.4
Rumors quickly spread about Si-mok's violent nature. Regardless, he persists in his investigation. He finds his mentee, Young Eun-su, suspicious.
5
The Second Huam-dong Case
24 Jun 201763 min★ 8.3
Si-mok, puzzled by the details of the most recent murder case, visits the victim's home to seek more clues. Yeo-jin joins him in the investigation.
6
The Ringtone
25 Jun 201764 min★ 8.3
New pieces of evidence only increase the list of possible suspects. In the midst of the confusion, a few begin to question Si-mok's innocence.
7
Ga Young's Phone
01 Jul 201771 min★ 8.4
Si-mok and Yeo-jin team up to covertly pursue Seo Dong-jae. Just as Dong-jae is about to throw something into the Han River, Yeo-jin stops him.
8
Western Seoul Prosecutors' Office
02 Jul 201767 min★ 8.3
Enraged by what the police did to Park Kyung-wan, Yeo-jin tries to confront her superior but is stopped by Si-mok, who warns her of the consequences.
9
Special Investigation
08 Jul 201766 min★ 8.2
Si-mok selects key lawyers and police officers to be part of the special investigations team. Their probe begins with Dong-jae as the starting point.
10
Revelation
09 Jul 201767 min★ 8.7
Fearing for Ga-young's safety, Yeo-jin proceeds to transfer her to a different hospital. A nurse informs Yeo-jin of something strange that happened.
11
Cold and Damp
15 Jul 201768 min★ 8.3
The truth behind Ga-young's convulsions is revealed. Chang-jun's wife receives a travel ban. Woo-gyun asks Chang-jun to help him get out of his mess.
12
Disbandment
16 Jul 201766 min★ 8.3
Si-mok and Yeo-jin discover perplexing leads while searching Kyung-wan's basement. Dong-jae goes back to Chang-jun's office to fetch his cell phone.
13
0 and 7
22 Jul 201767 min★ 8.7
Returning home from the rooftop party, Si-mok discovers that an intruder has left something in his bedroom. Yeo-jin and Geon come over right away.
14
Another Body
23 Jul 201766 min★ 8.6
Yeo-jin suspects a new killer is involved in the latest murder incident. Meanwhile, Si-mok collapses after leaving the autopsy.
15
Accomplice
29 Jul 201777 min★ 8.8
Yeo-jin collects evidence as Si-mok interrogates the suspect. Many questions get answered, but the most important problem of all remains to be solved.
16
A Monster
30 Jul 201786 min★ 9.2
Si-mok sets out to meet the one he believes is the real murderer. He gets his hands on a bag that will determine the futures of many people.

From the same creator: Lee Su-yeon

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Where to watch Stranger? Stranger is available for streaming on Netflix, Rakuten Viki, Netflix Standard with Ads, Tencent Video.
How many seasons does Stranger have? Stranger has 2 seasons and 32 episodes.
Who stars in Stranger? The main cast of Stranger includes Cho Seung-woo, Bae Doona, Lee Jun-hyuk, You Chea-myung, Jeon Hye-jin.

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Hwang Shi Mok underwent brain surgery as a child to curb his violent temper, which left him devoid of emotions. Hwang becomes a prosecutor known for his piercing intelligence and logic, but he is ostracized because he lacks empathy and social skills. He is also one of only a handful of upright prosecutors who have refused to take bribes. One day, he encounters a stabbing victim while investigating corruption. He meets Lieutenant Han Yeo Jin at the crime scene. They join forces to root out corruption at the prosecutors’ office and solve a serial murder case.

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