Synopsis
An undercover cop is forced to choose between his badge and the gangsters who became his real family.
What makes New World worth watching
One of the great Korean crime films.
New World represents a strong example of south korea crime from the 2013 production cycle. Korean studios have spent the past decade refining the kind of long-form storytelling on display here — careful character work, restrained pacing in the early episodes, and a willingness to let emotional beats land without overstatement. The blend of Crime and Action elements gives the show its tonal signature, sitting somewhere between mainstream comfort viewing and prestige drama.
The cast is led by Lee Jung-jae, Choi Min-sik, Hwang Jung-min. It originally aired on NEW, and has since travelled internationally through the streaming partnerships listed above.
Where to watch New World online
You can currently stream New World on the following platforms (regional availability varies):
- Tubi — see all Tubi Asian drama listings on DramaSeek.
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