Lee Dong-wook’s Next DramaSubject
Lee Dong-wook, one of Korea's most versatile actors, enters an exciting new phase in his acclaimed career. The star is currently balancing intense character studies with physically demanding performances for upcoming 2025-2026 projects. After captivating global audiences with his recent multifaceted roles, Lee Dong-wook now prepares back-to-back works that will showcase both his dramatic depth and action prowess. While specific details remain confidential, industry insiders confirm this next stage will highlight his familiar strengths while introducing surprising transformations that may redefine his creative boundaries. These carefully chosen projects promise to reinforce why Lee Dong-wook remains one of Asian entertainment's most compelling leading men.
Lee Dong-wook’s Upcoming Projects (2024-2026)
Confirmed Projects
The Good Man (2025 Drama Series)
Role: Park Seok Cheol (Main Lead)
Genre: Psychological Thriller/Melodrama
Production: Studio Dragon & KeyEast
Details: Lee will play a morally complex psychiatrist dealing with hospital politics and personal struggles. This marks his most emotionally challenging role since Bad and Crazy. Filming begins late 2024 for 16 episodes.
Collaborators: Working again with Life writer Lee Soo-yeon
A Shop for Killers Season 2 (2026 Disney+ Original)
Role: Jung Jin Man (Main Lead)
Status: Currently in pre-production
New Features: The story expands internationally with more intense action scenes. Lee completed special weapons training.
Note: Same stunt team from Tale of the Nine Tailed will return.
Potential Projects
Film: Considering noir film Shadows of Seoul (2025-26)
Variety: May host new tvN talk show
International: Reviewing Hollywood offers
*All unconfirmed projects are still under discussion
Schedule Timeline
Late 2024: The Good Man filming
Early 2025: Possible fan meetings
Mid-2025: Shop for Killers S2 preparations
2026: Possible military drama