South Korean actor Lee Byung Hun has just stolen the public's attention with news of his involvement in a spy drama project. He is said to be in the final stages of discussions to star in a remake series of the American film, The Americans adapted to a Korean setting and titled Koreans (working title).
The news was first reported by local media ize on Monday June 24, 2025. As reported by Soompi, the multi-award-winning actor is positively considering the offer of the main role in the espionage drama.
Lee Byung Hun's agency, BH Entertainment, also confirmed that talks are ongoing, although no final decision has been made. "There is no final decision yet. It is true that he has received the offer and is considering it positively," the agency said.
If Lee Byung Hun accepts the offer, it would mark his return to the spy genre—the genre that made him famous through the legendary 2009 drama Iris. The role was so iconic that it made Lee a symbol of an action actor with emotional depth.
Koreans itself is an adaptation project of the series The Americans which aired for six seasons from 2013 to 2018. The series follows two spies from the Soviet Union who disguise themselves as a married couple in the United States during the Cold War era.
However, in the Korean version, the setting will be changed to follow the dynamics of Korea's divided geopolitics. The storyline is expected to still carry political intrigue and deep inner conflict, with a typical action of the espionage genre.
What makes this project even more promising is the presence of Ahn Gil Ho as the director. Ahn's name is not just any name, he is known for his phenomenal work The Glory which successfully received praise from international audiences and strengthened his reputation as a genius director.
With a line-up of big names behind the scenes and the potential of an actor of Lee Byung Hun's class on screen, it's no wonder that expectations for Koreans are skyrocketing, even before production begins.
Up until now, information about the Koreans streaming platform is still a mystery. Although the series is said to be in talks with several major global streaming services, there has been no official confirmation on where the series will air.
But what is clear is that with the reportedly large production budget and the global vision of this project, Koreans is predicted to be available on one of the well-known international platforms such as Netflix, Prime Video, or Disney+.
This is in line with the latest Korean drama trend that is increasingly targeting global audiences through online streaming services. Placing a project like this on a major platform will certainly expand its reach and influence.
Lee Byung Hun is certainly no stranger to the international stage. In addition to being widely known in Korea, he has also made achievements in Hollywood films such as GI Joe and Terminator Genisys, making him a Korean actor with a solid global reputation.
Not only successful in action films, Lee has also proven his acting flexibility in romantic dramas, thrillers, and historical films. He is known for being able to bring characters with great depth and complexity. So it is no wonder that the discourse of his involvement in Koreans immediately aroused enthusiasm.
Moreover, the espionage story set in the Korean conflict promises a strong emotional side, matching Lee Byung Hun's distinctive acting style. There are no further details about the character offered to him at this time, but it is likely that he will play one of the two main spies who lead a double life full of risks.
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