The story of Nam Gi-Jun, a former gang member who exchanged his violent past for a peaceful future, is told in the compelling Korean drama Mercy for None. Gi-Jun, however, is pulled back into the criminal underground to learn the truth and get retribution after his younger brother passes away inexplicably.
He has to face the life he once ran away from as secrets come to light and old rivalries reappear. The series, which is based on the well-known webcomic Gwangjang, has Ji-Sub as the main character. Packed with drama, action, and tension, Mercy for None seems to be a breathtaking story of loyalty and atonement. On June 6, 2025, it will debut on Netflix, drawing viewers from all around the world.
Additional details about Mercy For None
On June 6, 2025, Netflix will debut its latest Korean drama, Mercy For None (literal title Plaza). This high-stakes criminal series is directed by Choi Sung-Eun and based on the popular Naver webcomic Gwangjang, written by Oh Se-Hyeong and drawn by Kim Kyun-Tae.
The series promises a fascinating story filled with raw emotions, gang rivalries, and a captivating vengeance arc that delves into the deep connections of brothers and the cost of allegiance.
The main character of the story is Nam Gi-Jun, a former member of the infamous Bongsan Gang, which was formerly headed by Gu Bong-San. In the past, Nam Gi-Jun helped the gang grow into a strong criminal organization by establishing his name via vicious turf conflicts.
But he decided to leave the group and even sliced his own Achilles tendon to spare his younger brother, Nam Gi-Seok, from brutality. After 11 years, Gi-Jun lives a peaceful life delivering beverages to companies run by Bongsan affiliates.
When his brother, who is currently the second-in-command of a competing organization, the Joowoon Gang, passes away under suspicious circumstances, his tranquility is upended. Gi-Jun returns to the shadowy world he had left behind, determined to find the truth and pursue justice.
Mercy For None will be the first Korean original film available on Netflix, adding to the service's already extensive collection. Netflix is well-known for releasing highly regarded films like Vincenzo and My Name, and it still serves a worldwide audience looking for varied narratives. Mercy For None is positioned to stand out among Netflix's 2025 K-drama lineup because of its excellent production quality and multilingual subtitles.
Cast of Mercy For None
So Ji-Sub, who portrays Nam Gi-Jun, the emotionally jumbled protagonist juggling his violent past and current anguish, leads the series' impressive ensemble cast. Lee Jun-Hyuk portrays Gi-Jun's younger brother, Nam Gi-Seok, whose tragic passing acts as the catalyst for the narrative.
Ahn Kil-Kang portrays Gu Bong-San, the former leader of the Bongsan Gang, while Heo Jun-Ho plays Lee Joo-Woon, the formidable leader of the Joowoon Gang. The supporting cast, which consists of both established and up-and-coming actors, includes Lee Beom-Soo as Sim Sung-Won, Gong Myung as Joon-Mo, Choo Yeong-Woo as Geum-Son, Jo Han-Chul as Sung-Cheol, and Cha Seung-Won as Teacher Kim.