Overview: “Newtopia” Kdrama (also known as “Influenza”) is a COUPANG TV original drama series that released on February 7, 2025, and starring Park Jeong Min, Kim Ji Soo, Im Sung Jae, Kim Joon Han and Kang Young Seok. It will tell the story of Jae Yoon and Young Joo who reunites during a zombie outbreak after break up.
| Genre | Action, Horror, Romance, Fantasy |
| Episodes | 8 |
| Watch Online* | Prime Video |
| Director | Yoon Sung Hyun |
| Scriptwriter | Ji Ho Jin, Han Jin Won |
| Air Time & Schedule | 2 new episodes every Friday at 08:00 PM (KST) |
Table of Contents
Synopsis
“Newtopia” Korean drama tells the story of Jae Yoon and Young Joo who reunites during a zombie outbreak after break up. Jae Yoon enlisted in the military at the age of 26, after unsuccessfully attempting to secure an alternative job in the defense industry. Presently, he serves in the high-rise air defense unit in Seoul. Despite having a girlfriend, he sends her a breakup notice during his military service. His girlfriend, Young Joo, has recently entered the workforce. Upon receiving the breakup message from her boyfriend, she decides to visit him. However, they soon find themselves amidst a zombie outbreak, which ultimately brings them closer as they join forces to survive and emerge as strong individuals during this urgent situation.
Meanwhile, Private Ra In Ho, a resourceful junior to Lee Jae Yoon’s character in a zombie apocalypse is a smart thinking and diverse knowledge help increase his squad’s survival time by developing innovative solutions and survival techniques.
Main Cast & Characters
- Park Jeong Min as Lee Jae Yoon
- Kim Ji Soo as Kang Young Joo
- Im Sung Jae as Ra In Ho / Lee In Ho
- Kim Joon Han as Aaron Park
- Kang Young Seok as Seo Jin Uk
Still Cuts
Notes & Facts
- Park Jeong Min earlier starred in Korean drama “The 8 Show” (2024).
- Kim Ji Soo earlier starred in Korean drama “Snowdrop” (2021).
- Im Sung Jae earlier appeared in Korean drama “When the Stars Gossip” (2025).
- Kim Joon Han earlier starred in Korean drama “Good Partner” (2024).
- Kang Young Seok earlier appeared in Korean drama “Queen Woo” (2024).
Trailers & Clips
This is the official trailer of “Newtopia,” which starts with a breakup scene followed by a zombie apocalypse.
Episodes 1, 2, 3,….., Highlights
This is the character trailer of “Newtopia,” which highlights the main characters of the drama.
*Drama is subject to regional availability.