Korean series 'Goodbye Earth' premieres April 26 on Netflix
Depicts societal chaos amid impending asteroid strike
Three central characters navigate the breakdown of order
Based on Kotaro Isaka's novel, renowned for social commentary
Directed by Kim Jin-min and written by Jeong Seong-joo, known for nuanced storytelling
Premiering on April 26, 'Goodbye Earth' depicts a chaotic world as an asteroid threatens life on Earth within 200 days.
In the serene city of Woongcheon, tranquility shatters with an eerie emergency siren signalling the imminent asteroid strike. The Korean peninsula is declared a danger zone, plunging society into chaos with protests, crime, and widespread panic, including incidents of people impersonating soldiers.
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The series revolves around three central characters amidst the turmoil. Se-kyung (Ahn Eun-jin), a middle school teacher, fiercely protects children who face increased vulnerability to crime, grappling with the heartbreaking reality of their shortened futures. Sung-jae (Jeon Seong-woo), a priest, provides solace to his distressed community. Meanwhile, In-a (Kim Yoon-hye), a battalion commander, strives to uphold order and safety in the midst of escalating societal breakdown.
'Goodbye Earth' is an adaptation of the novel by renowned Japanese author Kotaro Isaka, known for astute social commentary. Directed by Kim Jin-min (of 'Extracurricular' and 'My Name') and written by Jeong Seong-joo ('Secret Affair' and 'Heard It Through the Grapevine'), the series promises a nuanced exploration of societal responses to impending doom.
Experience Korea's response to a world-ending scenario in 'Goodbye Earth', streaming exclusively on Netflix from April 26.
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Goodbye Earth Genre: Science fiction, Dystopian
Where I can watch Goodbye Earth: Netflix
Based on: The Fool At the End of the World by Kōtarō Isaka
Cast of Goodbye Earth: Ahn Eun-jin, Yoo Ah-in, , Jeon Sung-woo, Kim Yoon-hye
Country of origin: South Korea
Original language of Goodbye Earth: Korean
Goodbye Earth No. of episodes: 12
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