MBC's New Drama 'Mary Kills People' Unveils First Script Reading Session

MBC's upcoming Friday-Saturday drama 'Mary Kills People' has revealed its first script reading session.

Set to premiere on August 1st at 10 PM, 'Mary Kills People' (planned by Kwon Sung-chang, directed by Park Joon-woo, written by Lee Soo-ah, produced by Mr. Romance, Moving Pictures Company, Studio Anzailen) is a suspense drama about a doctor who assists terminally ill patients with euthanasia and a detective who pursues them.

The drama is highly anticipated due to the collaboration between director Park Joon-woo, known for his explosive action in 'Taxi Driver' and 'Crash', and writer Lee Soo-ah, who has crafted intense character plays in films like 'The Law of Sensuality' and 'My Special Brother', as well as the drama 'Unemployment Benefit Romance'. The cast includes seasoned actors such as Lee Bo-young, Lee Min-ki, Kang Ki-young, Baek Hyun-jin, Kwon Hae-hyo, Kim Tae-woo, Seo Young-hee, Tae Hang-ho, Yoo Seung-mok, and Shim So-young, promising a top-tier suspense drama.

The first script reading session showcased the actors' exceptional acting skills, heightening anticipation for the drama. Director Park Joon-woo demonstrated his passion for creating a high-quality production by discussing detailed aspects with the actors.

Despite being their first collaboration, veteran actors like Lee Bo-young, Lee Min-ki, Kang Ki-young, Baek Hyun-jin, Kwon Hae-hyo, Kim Tae-woo, Seo Young-hee, Tae Hang-ho, Yoon Ga-i, Yoo Seung-mok, Shim So-young, Kim Sang-ji, and Kang Na-eon, along with energetic newcomers, displayed solid teamwork, raising expectations.

Lee Bo-young plays Woo So-jung, an emergency medicine doctor who assists with euthanasia, showcasing a complete transformation from her previous roles with her voice tone, demeanor, and gaze. She portrays a character with strong convictions who helps hopeless patients while constantly struggling with her own humanity.

Lee Min-ki shines as Jo Hyun-woo, a terminal cancer patient, delivering a calm yet intense performance that captures the dilemma between life and death.

Kang Ki-young enhances the drama's immersion as Choi Dae-hyun, a former plastic surgeon who assists with euthanasia alongside Woo So-jung. His versatile acting tone, switching between warmth and seriousness, adds humor and tension to the drama.

Additionally, actors like Baek Hyun-jin, Kwon Hae-hyo, Kim Tae-woo, and Seo Young-hee bring their unique acting styles and solid skills, enhancing the narrative. Baek Hyun-jin plays the mysterious businessman Goo Kwang-chul, Kwon Hae-hyo is the compassionate free clinic director Father Yang, Kim Tae-woo is the police chief Ahn Tae-sung, and Seo Young-hee is the competent lawyer and Woo So-jung's neighbor, Ryu Yi-soo, adding depth to 'Mary Kills People'.

The cast's synergy, delivering laughter, tears, and heartfelt performances, heightens anticipation for the premiere of 'Mary Kills People'.

The production team stated, "The first script reading of 'Mary Kills People' was filled with perfectly matched performances, creating a solid atmosphere. We hope viewers will look forward to the drama, which will delve into deep perspectives on life and death, topics often difficult to discuss."

MBC's new Friday-Saturday drama 'Mary Kills People' will premiere on August 1st at 10 PM.

Reported by Kim Se-a, TenAsia haesmik@tenasia.co.kr