Stranger
Original title: 비밀의 숲
5 wins · 7 nominations
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
Cast
Cho Seung-woo
Hwang Si-mok · 32 eps
Bae Doona
Han Yeo-jin · 32 eps
Jeon Bae-soo
Choi Yun-soo · 32 eps
Lee Jun-hyuk
Seo Dong-jae · 32 eps
Yoon Se-a
Lee Yeon-jae · 32 eps
Park Seong-geun
Kang Won-chul · 32 eps
Song Ji-ho
Park Sun-chang · 32 eps
Choi Jae-woong
Jang Geon · 32 eps
Yoon Tae-in
Seo Sang-won · 32 eps
Lee Kyoo-hyung
Yoon Se-won · 18 eps
Yoo Jae-myung
Lee Chang-jun · 18 eps
Shin Hae-sun
Young Eun-soo · 17 eps
Lee Tae-hyeong
Kim Ho-seob · 17 eps
Lee Kyung-young
Lee Yun-beom · 16 eps
Jeon Hye-jin
Choi Bit · 16 eps
Jung Sung-il
Managing Director Park · 16 eps
Park Jin-woo
Kim Su-chan · 16 eps
Choi Mu-sung
Woo Tae-ha · 16 eps
Lee Hae-young
Shin Jae-yong · 16 eps
Park You-na
Kim Ga-young · 16 eps
Seo Dong-won
Kim Jung-bon · 16 eps
Lee Ho-jae
Young Il-jae · 16 eps
Choi Byung-mo
Kim Woo-gyun · 16 eps
Kim Young-jae
Kim Sa-hyun · 16 eps
Jang Seong-beom
Park Kyung-wan · 16 eps
Chang Ryul
Yoo Jeong O [Detective] · 16 eps
Kim Hak-sun
Oh Ju-seon · 16 eps
Kim So-ra
Choi Young · 16 eps
Jeon Soo-yeon
Assisting Officer Jo Hye-sun · 16 eps
Uhm Hyo-seop
Park Moo-sung · 13 eps
Reviews
IMDb
8.4/10
TMDB
8.3/10
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Streaming
Netflix
Rakuten Viki Episode Guide
1
I Am Innocent
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
Yeo-jin suspects a new killer is involved in the latest murder incident. Meanwhile, Si-mok collapses after leaving the autopsy.
15
Accomplice
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
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.
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