New Casino Drama 'The Dealer' by 'Squid Game' Creator Hwang Dong-hyuk Announced

Netflix has unveiled 'The Dealer', a captivating Korean casino crime drama from Hwang Dong-hyuk, creator of 'Squid Game'. The series, headlined by Jung So-min, follows a skilled dealer's tumultuous journey in the gambling underworld. Production is ongoing with Choi Young-hwan making his directorial debut.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Updated: 14-01-2026 21:29 IST | Created: 14-01-2026 21:29 IST
New Casino Drama 'The Dealer' by 'Squid Game' Creator Hwang Dong-hyuk Announced
'Squid Game' creator Hwang Dong-hyuk (File photo/Reuters). Image Credit: ANI
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Netflix has officially announced 'The Dealer', an intriguing new project from Hwang Dong-hyuk, the mastermind behind the global sensation 'Squid Game'. The upcoming series promises a gripping tale set in the perilous world of casino crime drama, combining Hwang's signature storytelling with a fresh narrative approach.

'The Dealer' boasts a star-studded cast including Jung So-min, Ryoo Seung-bum, and Lee Soo-hyuk. The storyline centers around Geonhwa, a proficient casino dealer whose life spirals out of control following a housing fraud. As she navigates the dangerous gambling underworld, she must harness hidden talents to regain control.

Marking the directorial debut for esteemed cinematographer Choi Young-hwan, the series is being produced under Hwang's Firstman Studio banner. As production continues, audiences eagerly await further details, especially regarding its premiere, with anticipation already building around this thrilling new saga.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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