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Drama: Newtopia
Revised romanization: Newtopia
Hangul: 뉴토피아
Director: Yoon Sung-Hyun
Writer: Han Jin-Won, Ji Ho-Jin
Network: Coupang Play
Episodes: 8
Release Date: February 7 - March 21, 2025
Runtime: Friday 20:00
Language: Korean
Country: South Korea

Plot Synopsis by AsianWiki Staff ©

Lee Jae-Yoon (Park Jeong-Min) is a soldier, who joined the military later than his peers. He feels anxious about his future. His girlfriend is Kang Young-Joo (Kim Ji-Soo). Due to her beautiful appearance, she was called the "Goddess of the Engineering Department" in her university days. She now works as a rookie employee at a company. One day, an unknown virus suddenly spreads. People that get infected with the virus turn into zombies. Lee Jae-Yoon and Kang Young-Joo run toward each other in the dangerous downtown area of Seoul that is covered with zombies.

Cast



Park Jeong-Min	Kim Ji-Soo
Lee Jae-Yoon	Kang Young-Joo

Tower 77A Outpost



Im Sung-Jae	Bin Chan-Uk	Kim Sang-Heun	Kim Jung-Jin	Park Kang-Sub
Ra In-Ho	Kwak Gye-Young	Kim Young-Man	Hwang Kyung-Sik	Jeon Hyung-Bae



Lee Joo-Won	Kwon Seung-Woo	Lee Chan-Hee	Lee Joon-Young	Jang Eui-Don
Sergeant Jung	Park Sung-Wook	Ahn Sung-Gyu	Choi Chul-Woo	Park Joo-Hwan (ep.1)

Eden Hotel & Residence



Kim Joon-Han	Hong Seo-Hui	Justin Harvey	Park Kwang-Jae	Lee Sung-Il
Arron Park	Oh Soo-Jeong	Paolo	Chef Jung	construction foreman (ep.1)

Kang Young-Joo's Group



Kang Young-Seok	Lee Hak-Joo	Tang Joon-Sang	Park Mi-Hyun	Shin Mi-Young
Seo Jin-Wook	Sung Tae-Sik	Samsoo	Kang Young-Joo's mom	Kyung-Soon



Choi Hee-Jin	Im Su-Hyung	Goo Jae-Yeon	Jo Dan	Yoon Jong-Shin
Seul-Gi (ep.1)	co-worker (ep.1)	Kyung-Soo's grandmom (ep.6)	Kyung-Soo (ep.6)	Yoon Jong-Shin (ep.7)



Jeon Young	Lee Cho-Hee
Yoon Jong-Shin's listener (ep.7)	Park Eun-Chae (ep.8)

Others



Hwang Soo-Min	Yeon Jae-Hyeong	Lee Dong-Gi	Min Tae-Hong	Kim Sun-Je
reporter (ep.2)	Hyeon-Su (ep.4)	university student (ep.4)	university student (ep.4)	university student (ep.4)



Heo Woong	Byun Jin-Soo	Kim Jung	Lee Dong-Kyu	Cha Young-Mi
ice cream shop manager (ep.4)	ice cream customer (ep.4)	Jung Sun-Mi (ep.4)	anchorman (ep.4)	subway rider (ep.6)



Choi Nam-Wook	Jung Dong-Geun	Shim Hye-Rim	Lim Hyung-Guk	Kang Ki-Doong
subway rider (ep.6)	subway rider (ep.6)	subway rider (ep.6)	Ho-Chul (ep.7)	Ki-Doong (ep.7)



Bae Je-Ki	Ok Yoon-Joong
Se-Hyuk (ep.7-8)	thug (ep.7-8)

Additional Cast Members:

Lee Tae-Hwan - zombie
Min Sang-Chul - university professor (ep.4)
Kim Dae-Ho - subway rider (ep.6)
O Sa-Rang

Trailers

Comments

17thekid Jan 01 2026 1:30 am 8.5/10 I don’t watch zombie movies/shows but I’m digging this tbh! Those who keep saying they couldn’t get past ep 3 are trolls.

M.M Dec 20 2025 8:47 pm 9/10

I think it is very clear that this is not supposed to be a serious zombie horror. You can tell from the marketing and poster, and its confirmed with the opening of Episode 1. Its clearly a satirical comedy. It was hilarious and light hearted, despite being gory and thrilling at times. I laughed the entire way.

Both main characters were naive and a little silly, which made for some great comedic moments. It had some cliches which were portrayed in funny new ways. Jisoo portrayed the helpless but surprisingly capable female lead well. Park Joeng-Min was the resilient soldier who survived by luck. The people who are disappointed by the characters 'illogical decisions' need to remember, this is a comedy. Most comedy characters are like this, lighten up and enjoy!

I am glad directors aren't sticking too strictly to the styles of horror and sci-fi thriller that are popular now (e.g. Squid Games, Sweet Home, Alice in Borderland). Well done director to Yoon Sung-Hyun!

A.S. Dec 14 2025 9:34 am I watched it for Jisoo. The early episodes were good, but as it moved on to the next episodes, everything went downhill. I couldn’t believe how stupid the soldiers were portrayed. If they had made this drama in a serious genre, it would have been much better instead of turning it into a comedy.

I stopped watching at episode 3, and even then, although I felt Jisoo’s acting had improved compared to Snowdrop, she still couldn’t attract me enough to continue watching until the end.

Maxpoon Dec 04 2025 10:17 am I thought it was cool zombie to watch from a little clip, but the whole drama series was a terrible disappointment. It is the typical stereotype drama, such as fat or weakling are dumb, act stupid, try to be hero. Even in accident, car crash, what do you do, call ambulance? no she moves the body off the car, he sits in the car, panic etc as he is the pretty and middle class body so they have to protrait as fake, chicken etc. Celebrity star spotted but act as stupid and do not how to act when camera is there, It is so awful, I switched off after ep3

Script Oct 30 2025 7:39 pm I thought the acting from everyone was just fine and for the most part, I enjoyed this drama for what it was. What I did Not like was the soundtrack... they constantly played goofy or lighthearted music cues during or after heavy moments (like scary or sad scenes). It was distracting and took you out of the moment.

Chamonks Oct 28 2025 8:17 am I find it hilarious how Arron Park has to stay drunk in order to not turn into a zombie. And it's pretty clear that Park Eun Chae was the ghost who have been guiding Young Joo the whole time. Anyway long story short I enjoyed this series.

Palooza Jul 11 2025 12:52 am Hoping for season 2 sometimes in the future!!!

Alex's car Jun 21 2025 12:38 pm Watching this, honestly doesn't expect anything because of the review. It's marked as a romcom zombie so means it's easy going drama that we shouldn't be stressing so much. But indeed it does stressing me, not in a bad way. Because I got the thrill and adrenaline rush watching this. Both scene, Jae Yoon and Young Joo, are good. I don't think Jisoo acting is that bad.. since she still a beginner, maybe not too good but not bad also. I rate the drama 9/10 for me.

Taylor Jun 06 2025 12:38 pm 10/10. I don't understand the negative reviews. Jisoo's acting is literally just fine. Although the ending is such a cliffhanger, I'm sure there's a Season 2!

Saylean May 13 2025 5:13 am I laughed so hard and had a great time watching this, and that's enough for me to say I loved it. 10/10

Eboni ??? Apr 20 2025 9:09 pm It was actually pretty good. Glad I ignored the reviews. The first two or three episodes are meh. But after that it’s pretty good! 9/10 fro me.

Best 3 Apr 03 2025 9:25 pm I walked into newtopia expecting a hilarious comedy, but what I got was a cringeworthy mess. The jokes were stale, the humor was forced, and the attempts at wit fell flat.

But it wasn't just the comedy that was lacking - the plot was riddled with holes. Characters made illogical decisions, plot twists came out of nowhere, and the whole thing felt like a jumbled mess.

The cast, which had promised so much, struggled to elevate the weak material. Even the usually reliable jeong min and jisoo name couldn't save this sinking ship.

Overall, this series was a disappointing and frustrating watch. Unless you enjoy laughing at, rather than with, a movie, I'd recommend giving this one a hard pass.

Rate 5/10

King Pup 1722 Mar 27 2025 7:30 am Newtopia mixes zombie thrills with romance, but Kang Young-joo’s (Kim Ji-soo) choices often leave viewers scratching their heads. While her ex-boyfriend Jae-yoon (Park Jeong-min) battles undead hordes with his military squad, Young-joo charges into danger with little more than a chainsaw and wishful thinking. Her solo mission to reunite with him feels less like bravery and more like a series of poorly planned risks.

Young-joo’s Recklessness: • No Plan, Just Vibes: Armed with minimal survival skills, she wanders zombie zones, relying on luck over strategy. In Episode 7, she nearly gets killed hallucinating Jae-yoon’s voice, then stumbles into a survivor hideout—only to leave again. • Liability Alert: Her impulsive actions endanger others. While soldiers coordinate defenses, Young-joo’s solo acts—like wielding a chainsaw in tight spaces—attract zombies, forcing rescuers to clean up her messes. • Love Over Logic: Breaking up pre-apocalypse made sense, but her U-turn into “ride-or-die” mode feels forced. Even Jae-yoon’s squad questions why she’d trek across Seoul when he’s the trained soldier.

The Soldiers’ Storyline Shines: Park Jeong-min’s Jae-yoon and his squad anchor the drama. Their climb up a Gangnam high-rise—balancing zombie threats, military hierarchy, and dark humor—adds grit missing from Young-joo’s plot. Scenes like Sergeant Kim’s tragic zombie turn or Private Hwang’s moral dilemmas showcase tight teamwork and survival instincts.

Final Thoughts: While Jae-yoon’s military struggles deliver tension and dark comedy, Young-joo’s arc drags the story into frustrating territory. Newtopia works best when focusing on the soldiers’ camaraderie, but Young-joo’s plotline feels like a missed opportunity—a reminder that love might conquer all, but it won’t stop a zombie bite.

Rating: Maybe I’m being harsh but I give it a 7/10. It’s not her fault as the storyline calls for her to be reckless and yet crying out of helpless fright throughout the series. Still I found it a bit irritating though.

rey Mar 21 2025 12:36 pm over the top.. but ok and still entertain

Kanana Mar 21 2025 11:59 am Is there really just 8 episodes for this series? It's end already. Will there be another season?

Yooki Mar 14 2025 10:36 am Get past ep3, after that the series is really good

dalgom Mar 13 2025 9:48 am Thia drama is really really good. The actors played their roles perfectly, especially the main actor. I hope it will end perfectly, with a happy ending, haha.

Junaid Mar 11 2025 10:40 am This movie is really interesting, scary and funny and the same time. Kudos to everyone!

Kayouuungggie Mar 08 2025 11:34 am This drama gets better and better. Like it

unknown sigma person Mar 07 2025 6:48 am I like this kdrama, its very funny and scary

match Mar 03 2025 8:50 am I like this drama… its very funny

Ivar Mar 01 2025 2:38 pm Watched episode 1-6

The only "comedy" for me here would be at EP6 the chef part. Didn't see much of a problem with FL acting, just don't like the FL voice. Find it boring. Compared to other zombie series, like AOUAD this is definitely a big downgrade.

Not recommended !

rosie Feb 28 2025 8:49 am I dont know about yall but i actually enjoy this i'm not a fan of zombie drama's but i'm trying to get into some more like all of us are dead i know its not exactly the same but i like the comedy, romance its cute and the ending of episode 5 was pretty sad he was a nice guy

Jjoo Feb 28 2025 7:51 am There tried to do many thing in this drama, but failed in all of them. I personally came for this drama to watch the zombie stuff. I have no interest in the couple's relationship and their past. It's too distracting and not impactful at all. The comedy isn't funny either. They should've just focused on the zombies plot with the couple's relationship being a background story. I mean just show them as a couple but don't show too much details about them.

Gemmy Feb 24 2025 1:39 pm Boring and childish! I know it’s comedy, but the soldiers reaction to the zombie transformation and bite was stupid af. The only smart person is Alex. I couldn’t go pass ep. 3

Tteokbokkisan Feb 23 2025 9:19 am I'm frustrated too that they don't know about how zombies work, but I guess you have to assume this is all a new thing for them, and they haven't watched Train to Busan or Walking Dead. It's a light comedy with some dark humor and easy to watch. I just breezed through all 4 episodes while multitasking with no problem. My favorite character is the hotel employee Soo-Jeong, she gets the most interesting role in the show, and acts it really well.

Diana Feb 22 2025 12:56 am They cover the love story in Ep4 and is so cute

Dane12 Feb 20 2025 4:38 am I like the concept, stories and all but I couldn’t stand the fact that soldiers could not use their brains, like wth?how many have they witnessed that once bitten, thats the end of it. So there’s no point of trying to save and do the basic cpr. What annoys me more is the head of the their troops like rolling my eyes, im about to give up watching it.

Michelle Feb 16 2025 10:34 am Its funny... I dont care what anyone says.. If they're not getting why it is funny, they have no chill. Its suposed to be this way....

Vee Feb 14 2025 3:22 pm Episode 3? They are trying hard to become funny but thank you for the effort. I get frustrated with the cluelessness of the soldiers and the characters. I hope there will be improvements in the upcoming episodes.

Cristalena Feb 10 2025 11:58 pm Im still hopeful. Like others, I felt like the 1st episode dragged and was kinda boring. The 2nd episode started to pick up. Im hoping the 3rd will even more so. It's a campy gory zombie story, so expect it to be chessy and over the top.

Renji Feb 10 2025 3:09 pm 1st episode was sooo boring, 2nd ep: just a lot of shouting and screaming, I think there's only one funny scene which I already forgot.

This is the type of drama you watch while waiting for the top drama's next episode. I'm not hating the series, it just look boring and dull, and like the other guy said: there's no likeable characters :(

Quinn Feb 10 2025 7:46 am I just came in here lol why is everyone hating? The series barely out and yall judging based on the first two episodes? Chill guys the show is actually fine, it was funny and entertaining. Just give it a try and be patient through out the whole story.

JD Feb 10 2025 12:06 am Sadly, this zombie drama fell short of my expectations.

I fast-forwarded through the entirety of episode 1, which I found tedious. The first episode focused on soldiers conducting drills, which was boring and dull. Unfortunately, none of the characters were likable, so I will pass on this drama.

Dave Feb 09 2025 10:24 pm Really really like this Zombies Drama. Very Good, it's all there, comedy, drama, action, even the special effects are also good for a drama series.

Un modeste admirateur Feb 09 2025 7:22 pm Normally, I only comment on dramas I have something positive to say, but I will still comment on « Newtopia », because it really made me mad. Watch 50 min. an office girl exchanging the most boring phone calls with her military boyfriend, as she wonders if she will cheat on him or not with any of her rich colleagues, and you would be mad too. The screenwriters of « Newtopia » cannot tell the difference between a rotary cannon and an assault rifle, let alone pretend to know military life and romcom humour. Please, screenwriters, stick to dead zombies. Life and humour are too serious of a matter to be left to unprofessionals.

stumpd Feb 09 2025 1:03 am Great drama! Watched it on amazon, thank you amazon. watched the first English dubbed.. was ok.. but then figured out i could watch it in Korean with subtitles! Even better.. so i have watched it 2x now. eps 1 and 2. it is going to be hellish waiting for the next 6 episodes. Loved every second of it. Well Done to the cast and crew!

Manhwa Guardian Feb 08 2025 7:21 am They should remove comedic background soundtracks in serious scenes, kinda annoying. But I love the gore.

Lulu Feb 08 2025 6:53 am I'm usually not into zombie drama/film but I watch this drama because I love Jisoo. So far I like it because it's funny and I don't have to focus on the yucky zombies! as for Jisoo's acting, I think the character suits her well. I feel like watching her real self !

Maggie Feb 08 2025 3:32 am I watched the first two episodes, and it’s oddly entertaining. It feels different from the usual K-drama, which makes it stand out. I’m sure opinions will be divided, but as someone obsessed with zombie movies and series, I’m all in for this one! It’s hilarious, and that cliffhanger at the end of episode two? Seriously, why end it like that and make us wait a whole week? The casting is fantastic—everyone did a great job! Jisoo, in particular, surprised me. Her acting has improved a lot, and I can see her landing more roles because she definitely didn’t disappoint.

kismaiyes Feb 08 2025 3:11 am I enjoyed the first two episodes very much. Those that say its bad because its a zombie story but not serious should widen your horizon. Watch more things, comedy horror exists.

reeeeeeethydro Feb 07 2025 8:51 pm @no.one ever heard of dark comedies? shaun of the dead? zombieland? some not so serious zombie movies.... I understand if you're not into the story or some characters, but complaining about a zombie story not being as serious is laughable. These kinds of genres actually exist

Shaima Feb 07 2025 7:49 pm I really liked the first 2 episodes, it was funny.. And I love jisoo's acting!

no.one Feb 07 2025 6:45 pm this is trash. I love Jisoo for her role in Snowdrop, it was flawless and 10/10. This influenza is not it. the male lead is annoying with Ra In-ho too. what is this? how could be a zombie apocalypse funny with an unserious romcom on top of that? I don't know how Jisoo agreed to do this, but it's not good. I don't think Jisoo is portraying her amazing acting skills in Influenza as she was in Snowdrop.

Sten Feb 07 2025 2:26 pm This series are Not to ones who are into direct fast action Kdrama ...but for the ones who prefer good slow paced storyline and something different than recent Kdramas out there. I like a lot, good acting and script.

jbua Feb 07 2025 11:38 am Just finished watching... it was bad.... really bad....

Drac Miraculous Jan 24 2025 9:32 am I remember this:

The OG name of Newtopia is "Influenza".

So, about that unknown virus that turned the infected into zombies, it's most likely to be something related to the influenza virus - maybe it mutated in a very strange way or the vaccine created to cure it went wrong or maybe it's how fast it could spread. Anybody who is good at science knows how infectious the influenza virus is.

Another thing is about the zombies. Do you think they'll be the usual type in every zombie Kdrama? Or will they be tougher and more durable, as well as still maintaining their intelligence?

And since this is a zomromcom, what should we expect?

Yusra Jan 15 2025 8:41 pm Omg! A drama written by the writers of parasite and a shop for killers?!?!?!?!?! This is for sure a well written drama! Can’t wait!

TJSfan Jan 15 2025 12:21 am One of my peak fan moment, knowing about Tang Joonsang's new kdrama before being published reading it here.

So excited, yey

BLINKKK Dec 28 2024 7:52 am omooooo I'm soooooooooo happy i can't wait to see jisoo again playing in kdramaaa!!! The snow drop was perfect and i am sooooooooooooooooooooooo exited to watch this new kdrama!!!!!!!!!!!!

Moin Dec 12 2024 3:31 am let's go actress Jisoo!! and one of my favorite favorite actor Park Jeong Min!!

syasya Dec 11 2024 4:59 am omeee the director, the writer, and the actors/actrees ????? the plot and genre really my style movie, i cant wait 7 feb 2025 ??????

Elora Dec 11 2024 1:50 am Woww, another zombie/romance drama, I'm so much anticipating for it

Euforia Nov 08 2024 5:40 am Can't wait for this one. Really excited to watch Park Jeongmin and Jisoo drama ?

WhereToStreamOnceItsReleased Aug 30 2024 3:24 pm Where do coupang play kdramas get released for streaming? on amazon prime? since anna was released there

stumpd Aug 09 2024 12:49 am oh.. this is going to be hard.. waiting for this drama.. its .. its.. like waiting for a black pink comback!.. opps they never left! .. this sounds like a great drama with a magic cast.. i really liked train to buson too. omg Kim Ji-soo!!!! .. oh .. this wait is going to be hard.

Sooyakim Aug 02 2024 2:12 am Omgggg finally ??? let's go our actress jisoo ?️

Tae Aug 01 2024 11:38 am Another soldier as Jisoo’s boyfriend ha ha ha

Good Time Aug 01 2024 7:45 am I've been looking forward to this show since the beginning of the year, happy to now have an approximate release date. Jisoo was really great in snowdrop!

OKTAViA Aug 01 2024 12:08 am Can't wait!!!!!

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 '''Additional Cast Members:'''
+* [[Lee Tae-Hwan (1994)|Lee Tae-Hwan]] - zombie
 * [[Min Sang-Chul (1977)|Min Sang-Chul]] - university professor (ep.4)
 * [[Kim Dae-Ho (1988)|Kim Dae-Ho]] - subway rider (ep.6)
+* [[O Sa-Rang (1981)|O Sa-Rang]]
 ==Trailers==

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Plot Synopsis by AsianWiki Staff ©

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