What is The 8 Show (TV) About?
The 8 Show is a 2024 South Korean dark comedy thriller television series that intricately blends suspense with dark humor. Directed by Han Jae-rim and featuring a talented ensemble cast including Ryu Jun-yeoland Chun Woo-hee, the series unveils the plight of eight trapped participants in a mysterious building segmented into eight distinct floors. Each floor presents its own set of perilous tasks and psychological games. As participants compete to accumulate wealth, the stakes are high: the game only ends when a participant dies, thereby severing the building's connection to the outside world. Based on the popular Naver webtoons 'Money Game' and 'Pie Game' by Bae Jin-soo, The 8 Show delves into complex themes of trust, greed, and human resilience under pressure. Released globally on Netflix, the series has captured the attention of viewers worldwide with its thrilling narrative and critical social commentary.
The first episode of The 8 Show aired on May 17, 2024 and the most recent episode to air was on May 17, 2024.
