Ahead of its highly anticipated December 4 premiere, Disney+ unveiled a special poster on December 2 for its upcoming original series, 'Light Shop'.
Based on the popular webtoon by Kang Full, this mystery drama revolves around a light shop that emits light in the darkest of alleyways, serving as the centerpiece for a web of enigmatic stories. The original webtoon, part of Kang Full’s Mystery Psychological Chilling series, has amassed over 1.5 billion views, cementing its status as a fan favorite.
The special poster features 11 characters standing outside the light shop, each gazing in a different direction, evoking a sense of intrigue surrounding their complex relationships and the thin line between life and death. The tagline, “Every night, they seek the light,” hints at the hidden secrets and untold stories of those who visit the shop, further piquing curiosity about the series’ mysterious narrative.
The series boasts a star-studded cast, with Ju Ji-hoon portraying Won-young, the shop’s enigmatic owner, and Park Bo-young taking on the role of Young-ji, a nurse working in a critical care ward. Joining them are talented actors including Kim Seol-hyun, Bae Sung-woo, Um Tae-goo, Lee Jung-eun, Kim Min-ha, Park Hyuk-kwon, and Kim Dae-myung, all expected to deliver stellar performances and embody their characters with remarkable fidelity to the source material.
Adding to the buzz is the directorial debut of actor Kim Hee-won in a series format. Known for his critically acclaimed performance in 'Moving', Kim is set to bring the webtoon to life with meticulous attention to detail and a palpable sense of suspense.
The series consists of eight episodes, with the first four set to drop on December 4. The remaining episodes will be released over the following two weeks, two per week. 'Light Shop' follows the lives of mysterious visitors to the shop, each episode uncovering a new layer of intrigue.
Fans on social media have expressed high expectations, praising the poster and sharing their excitement. Comments such as “This looks amazing, can’t wait!” and “With this cast and Kang Full’s original story, it’s a must-watch!” reflect the anticipation surrounding the release. Others noted, “Time to renew my Disney+ subscription for this one!” and “I loved the webtoon, so I’m definitely watching the series.”
With its compelling narrative, star-studded cast, and the creative vision of Kang Full and Kim Hee-won, 'Light Shop' has positioned itself as a potential hit for Disney+. All eyes are on its December 4 premiere to see if it will shine as brightly as fans hope.