Title: The Impossible Heir (로얄로더)
Genre: Revenge Drama, Workplace Thriller
Director: Min Yeon-hong
Writer: Choi Won
Platform: Disney+
Release Dates: February 28, 2024 - April 3, 2024 (Every Wednesday)
Synopsis: "The Impossible Heir" follows Kang In-ha, who discovers he's the illegitimate son of a powerful conglomerate owner, leading him to abandon his impoverished life. Facing rejection from his newfound family, In-ha teams up with his childhood friend Han Tae-oh to orchestrate a takeover of the company, determined to claim their positions at the apex of society.
Cast:
- Lee Jae-wook as Han Tae-oh: A man with a cold-blooded demeanor, the son of a murderer.
- Lee Jun-young as Kang In-ha: Illegitimate son of Kangoh Group, driven by his desire to ascend within the conglomerate.
- Hong Su-zu as Na Hye-won: Daughter of a debt collector, entangled in the power struggles of the conglomerate.
Supporting Cast:
- Han Sang-jin as Kang In-ju: First son of Kangoh Group and chairman of Kangoh Resort.
- Choi Jin-ho as Kang Jung-mo: Chairman of Kangoh Group, father of In-ju.
- Kim Ho-jung as Jang Geum-seok: Step-mother of In-ju, wife of Kang Jung-mo.
- Lee Ji-hoon as Kang Seong-ju: Second son of Kangoh Group.
- Kim Young-joo as Yoon Hyang-mi: Mother of Hye-won.
- Ko Chang-seok as Chae Dong-wook: Former university professor of Tae-oh, now director of the Co-Prosperity Cooperation Center.
- Choi Hee-jin as Kang Hee-joo: Youngest daughter of Kang Jung-mo, harbors feelings for Tae-oh.
Production: Filming commenced in 2023, with the series reportedly costing ₩20 billion (US$17.48 million).
References:
- Yeo, Gladys (February 5, 2024). "6 incredible upcoming K-dramas to watch in February 2024". NME.
- Jung, Soo-jin (March 12, 2024). "The bastards in the drama trying to wear the crown endure hardships that make them fun". Ize.
- Jang Da-hee (January 30, 2024). "Lee Jae-wook X Lee Jun-young's 'Royal Lauder' Revealed on February 28th... "Minor Leaguer Story"". MBC Entertainment.
- The Impossible Heir. Episode 1. February 28, 2024. Disney+.
- Kim Saet-byeol (January 30, 2024). "Lee Jae-wook X Lee Jun-young's 'Royal Lauder' Revealed on February 28th... "Minor Leaguer Story"". The Fact.
- Jang Da-hee (January 8, 2024). "Lee Jae-wook X Lee Jun-young's 'Royal Louder' Starts Disney+'s Open .. Desire in February". MBC Entertainment.
- Jaehwa Bernardo (January 15, 2024). "Lee Jae-wook, Lee Jun-young join forces in revenge series 'The Impossible Heir'". ABS-CBN News.
- Yoon Hyo-jeong (January 30, 2024). "Lee Jae-wook, Lee Jun-young join forces in revenge series 'The Impossible Heir'". News1.
- Various other sources cited for casting and production details.
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