Explosive D-Day for K-Action Thriller 'Trigger'

Trigger, Netflix's gripping new Korean action-thriller series, premieres today at 4 PM KST—and it's already turning heads for its bold concept: What if guns were suddenly in the hands of ordinary citizens in gun-free South Korea?

🔫 A Hypothetical That Hits Close to Home

Set in a near-future Korea where guns mysteriously arrive via everyday delivery parcels, Trigger unravels how society unravels when the rules of safety are broken overnight. Lead actor Kim Nam-gil was drawn to the project for its layered storytelling:

"It's not just a gun-centered thriller," he said. "It explores human nature and social structure through the symbolism of firearms."

🎭 Action Meets Psychology

While Trigger offers intense action sequences, the creators emphasize its psychological core. Kim Nam-gil stars as Lee Do, a former military sniper turned police officer, who now fights to disarm the public and restore order.

"It's less about flashy action and more about emotional weight," said co-director Kwon Oh-seung.

Joining him is Kim Young-kwang as Moon Baek, a mysterious and free-spirited ally who crosses paths with Lee Do in a moment of fate. Their chemistry is described as deep and reactive:

"Kim Nam-gil's consistency made it easier for me to find my own rhythm," said Kim Young-kwang.

🧠 The Real Trigger: Human Choice

Each episode spotlights a different character—each with their own reason for pulling the trigger. The series doesn't glorify gun violence but instead unpacks the emotional and ethical weight behind each decision.

"What pushes a person to pick up a gun? That's the real story," said Kim Nam-gil.

"Guns spread like a virus in the show," added Kim Young-kwang. "It's ultimately up to each person whether or not to pull the trigger."

🎥 More Than Just a Thriller

With its realistic tone, heavy symbolism, and thought-provoking moral dilemmas, Trigger blends genres—action, suspense, and psychological drama—into one must-watch series.

Now streaming exclusively on Netflix.

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