Starting with the new film 'Low Life' by Ryoo Seung-ryong, and featuring actors Jun Ji-hyun and Gang Dong-won's 'Polaris,' Disney+ has shown confidence in its new lineup.
On the 16th, Disney+ revealed a historic lineup that will heat up the second half of this year. The video '2025 Disney+ Perfect Lineup' introduces an impressive 11 pieces of content that aim to captivate the audience's preferences, showcasing everything from Korean original blockbusters to Marvel superhero tales and fantasy adventures, while elevating the appeal and genre excitement.
#1 The peak of K-blockbusters: 'Low Life,' 'Polaris'
The K-blockbuster that opens the doors for Disney+ in the second half of 2025 is undoubtedly 'Low Life' and 'Polaris.' The highly anticipated 'Low Life,' which premieres today (the 16th), depicts the deceitful stories of diligent villagers who gather to claim a treasure ship buried beneath the sea since 1977. Directed by Kang Yoon-sung, known for the film 'The Outlaws,' and featuring an impressive cast including Ryoo Seung-ryong, Yang Se-jong, and Lim Soo-jung, alongside the webtoon adaptation by writer Yoon Tae-ho, it promises strong synergy. This blockbuster combination, featuring an array of dynamic characters and unpredictable developments, is expected to make a refreshing impact this summer.
'Polaris' is an ultra-luxurious spy melodrama that unites acclaimed writer Jeong Seo-kyung, known for the film 'Decision to Leave,' and director Kim Hee-won from the dramas 'Queen of Tears' and 'Vincenzo,' with the outstanding talents of actors Jun Ji-hyun and Gang Dong-won. This gripping story follows a well-known figure, who has built an international reputation as a UN ambassador, as they delve into a massive conspiracy alongside a nationality-unknown special agent, presenting a powerful message alongside stylish direction in the upcoming second half of the year.
#2 Expanding worldviews and fantasy adventures, imaginative cross-genre: 'Alien: Earth,' 'Percy Jackson and the Olympians,' 'Wonder Man,' 'Twisted Wonderland,' 'Bullet/Bullet'
Genre pieces boasting stimulating worldviews and massive scales are also set to debut. 'Alien: Earth,' which announced its release on August 13, is a new entry in the iconic 'Alien' series, which has accumulated a staggering revenue of $1.55 billion. Ridley Scott, who created the series, participates as an executive producer and writer, while Noah Hawley, a winner of the Emmy Award, directs and writes, drawing immense anticipation from fans. Notably, this series, the first to be set on Earth, captures humanity's struggle to survive against five alien species, promising unprecedented new stories and extreme horror.
Based on the fantasy novel of the same name by acclaimed author Rick Riordan, 'Percy Jackson and the Olympians' returns with the journey of a more experienced 'Percy' and his friends as a full-blown adventure. In addition, Marvel's original television series 'Wonder Man' showcases the talents of Yahya Abdul-Mateen II, who left a strong impression in the film 'Earth' and won the Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Supporting Actor for the HBO series 'Watchmen,' presenting yet another transformation. The mystery animation 'Twisted Wonderland' reinterprets the Disney villain universe, targeting fans of the genre, and the SF Japanese animation 'Bullet/Bullet,' set in a post-apocalyptic world, tells the story of individuals living as junk dealers during the day and thieves at night, featuring stylish direction and intricate action by director Park Sung-hoo of 'Jujutsu Kaisen,' with participation from popular Japanese anime voice actors from works like 'Attack on Titan.'
#3 Stories hotter than reality: 'Amanda Knox: The Twisted Truth,' 'Oldspear: The Trial of the Goddess'
Works that evoke reality and contain social messages are expected to further engage viewers. 'Amanda Knox: The Twisted Truth' follows the journey of American exchange student 'Amanda Knox,' who was falsely accused in the real-life 2007 murder case of a British student in Perugia, Italy, leading to her eventual acquittal after a long legal battle. The hot casting news for 'Oldspear: The Trial of the Goddess' has generated buzz, featuring Kim Kardashian, Naomi Watts, and Glenn Close, and is the latest work by Ryan Murphy, known for 'American Horror Story' and '9-1-1.' It portrays the vibrant activities of female lawyers who have left a male-dominated major law firm to start a divorce-specialized firm, providing a vivid and impactful depiction of current social issues.
#4 The return of the beloved series, a much-anticipated comeback: 'Zombies 4: The Rise of the Vampires,' 'APT.: The Apartment Neighbors Are Suspicious'
The return of popular series boasting a solid fanbase also draws attention. 'Zombies 4: The Rise of the Vampires' is the fourth installment of the 'Zombies' series, which contains a message of acknowledging differences and achieving harmony among various character races, and this time introduces the new character of 'vampires' with even more vibrant music. The legendary comic mystery drama 'APT.: The Apartment Neighbors Are Suspicious' is also ready to captivate fans once again with the humorous investigations of the unofficial trio 'Oliver' (Martin Short), 'Charles' (Steve Martin), and 'Mabel' (Selena Gomez), filled with eccentric twists.
The lineup prepared by Disney+ for the second half of 2025 promises to showcase the prowess of K-content, from original series that prove their strength to the scale of global franchises and imaginative narratives that transcend genre boundaries. The 11 works, which offer the joy of immersing into new worlds, stories reflecting the times, and stimulating visuals, are expected to capture global viewers and reaffirm Disney+'s prominent presence in the global content market.
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