Chimera (South Korean TV series)

Chimera is a 2021 South Korean mystery thriller television series broadcast on OCN. Directed by Kim Do-hoon and written by Lee Jin-mae, the series stars Park Hae-soo, Claudia Kim, and Lee Hee-joon.

The series revolves around a series of explosions and murders mirroring the "Chimera case" of 35 years prior. As detectives and profilers investigate the current crimes, they uncover connections to the past, revealing a complex web of secrets, conspiracies, and hidden identities. The investigation aims to identify and capture the person responsible for these new crimes and understand their link to the original Chimera case.

The plot explores themes of revenge, justice, identity, and the enduring impact of past trauma. The characters are driven by their personal histories and motivations, leading them down dark and dangerous paths. The series utilizes suspenseful storytelling, plot twists, and complex character development to keep viewers engaged.

Cast:

• Park Hae-soo as Cha Jae-hwan, a detective investigating the Chimera case.
• Claudia Kim as Eugene Hathaway, a Korean-American profiler working with the police.
• Lee Hee-joon as Lee Joong-yeop, a doctor with a mysterious past.

Production:

The series was produced by JS Pictures and aired on OCN in South Korea from October 30 to December 19, 2021.

Reception:

Chimera received generally positive reviews for its suspenseful plot, strong performances, and intricate mysteries.