Upon release of an unprecedented heinous criminal from prison, a public bounty with a payout of 20 billion won is offered for his murder. Baek Joong Sik is the detective who must protect this killer from the citizens. Kim Kook Ho is the heinous criminal and murderer released from prison after serving thirteen years. He retains Lawyer Lee Sang Bong as his legal representative. Meanwhile, Yoon Chang Jae is a butcher who attempts to recover his missing money. (Source: AsianWiki; edited by MyDramaList) Edit Translation
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- Native Title: 노 웨이 아웃 : 더 룰렛
- Also Known As: Open Murder Contract , Public Murder Appeal , Public Murder Request , No Way Out , No Wei Aus , Gonggaesalincheongbu , 노 웨이 아웃 , 공개살인청부
- Director: Choi Kook Hee
- Genres: Action, Thriller, Mystery, Crime
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Cast & Credits
- Jo Jin WoongBaek Jung SikMain Role
- Yoo Jae MyungKim Guk HoMain Role
- Kim Mu YeolLee Sang BongMain Role
- Lee Kwang SooYun Chang JaeMain Role
- Yeom Jung AhAn Myeong JaMain Role
- Choi Myung BinBaek So Mi [Jung Sik's daughter]Support Role
Reviews
IGNORE THE RATINGS AND GIVE THIS AMAZING DRAMA A CHANCE!
I'll start by saying these are one of those times where I doubt peoples tastes in rating dramas because this deserves higher ratings....This drama was the kind of thriller that kept you on the edge of your seat no matter how simple the plot seemed to be...in short the plot was something refreshing and executed in a way that kept me engaged for eight episodes straight.
There plenty of reasons I'd give as to why this drama deserves a chance to be seen by many but I'll cut them down to three...
1. THE PLOT
This drama tells a story of a criminal who gets released from jail and a masked man who puts a bounty of 20 billion won on him for whoever kills him....just the sound of this sinopsis arrouses curiousity..you going to have lots of questions and trust me all will be slowly answered as the plot or story flows....
The pacing of this drama was neither fast nor slow but rather enough to keep you entertained and the hoping for more....the story it's self was intense..there was some amazing and captivating action that will keep you on your toes as you watch.
2. THE CHARACTERS
The drama it's self had multiple main characters and I love how they introduced each one of them per episode..each character had their own different story, personality and more and I love how each one of them connected to the main plot....the characters were written in a way that was interesting and despite the short episodes they felt complex and each contributed to the charm of the series.
3. THE ACTING
This drama has lots of familiar faces and most were veteran actors and actresses so the acting was strong and impactful from the entire cast.
BONUS: The show had some intense and catchy back ground music...
DO I RECOMMEND IT?
Absolutely, if you want a riveting, entertaining and exciting thriller then this is it
I REALLT HOPE FOR A SEASON TWO SEEING HOW THEY HINTED ON IT AT THE END??
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A Rollercoaster of Missed Opportunities
No Way Out: The Roulette had all the makings of a gripping Korean drama, with a promising premise and a cast of talented actors. However, the execution leaves much to be desired, as the series often drops plot points and characters, leading to a narrative that feels disjointed and incomplete.One of the most glaring issues is how the show introduces characters with potential only to abandon them without explanation. For instance, An Myeong Ja, the mayor, initially appears as a typical political figure—corrupt, manipulative, and seemingly crucial to the story. But after a key event, she literally "disappears," her role abruptly cut off without any resolution. This lack of follow-through on her character arc leaves a void in the storyline that is hard to ignore.
Similarly, the fate of Park Eun-Jeong's body after her tragic death is another mystery left hanging. The show never clarifies whether her body was found. This kind of storytelling, where significant details are left unexplored, ultimately weakens the impact of the plot.
Adding to the frustration are the numerous irrational and unbelievable scenes. The police in the series often act in ways that defy logic, making it hard to take the drama seriously at times. The main antagonist, for instance, seems impervious to harm, no matter what happens to him, which becomes repetitive and strains credibility. While some moments, like Mr. Smile’s scenes, are fun to watch, others just feel silly and take away from the overall experience.
It's clear that the series had potential, but the fast-paced plot, crammed into too few episodes, results in a messy and unsatisfying narrative. It's not that the actors were wasted—far from it—but the writing didn't give them enough to work with, making the show feel like a missed opportunity.
That being said, if there's a season 2 with Mr. Smile chasing down the pastor, I'll be curious to see how it unfolds. Despite its flaws, No Way Out: The Roulette has moments of intrigue and entertainment, leaving just enough curiosity for what could come next.
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