Lee Dong Wook & Lee Sung Kyung's The Nice Guy K-Drama: Release Date, Streaming Details, Cast, Plot & Full Schedule

Lee Dong Wook is back on screen alongside Lee Sung Kyung in the highly anticipated noir romance “The Nice Guy,” set to premiere on July 18, 2025. The 14-episode series combines crime, love, and loyalty, promising a dark yet emotionally charged narrative that is already creating a buzz among global K-drama fans.

📺 Where to Watch “The Nice Guy”

Korea Broadcast: JTBC

International OTT Platforms:

Disney+

Viki

Airing Schedule: Every Friday | 2 episodes weekly

Time: 8:50 PM KST / 5:20 PM IST

Final Episode: August 29, 2025

🎬 Plot: A Noir Love Story Within a Gangster World

At the heart of The Nice Guy is Park Seok Chul (Lee Dong Wook), the eldest grandson of a third-generation gangster family. However, unlike typical crime heirs, Seok Chul isn’t ruthless — he’s fiercely loyal, morally conflicted, and emotionally grounded. He struggles to uphold family duty while navigating the complexities of love and loyalty.

Enter Kang Mi Young (Lee Sung Kyung), Seok Chul’s first love who dreams of becoming a singer. Their paths cross again in a world ruled by violence, ambition, and heartbreak. Their reunion sparks an emotional journey that tests their past promises and present loyalties.

This K-drama takes the "bad boy with a good heart" trope and elevates it through a stylized noir lens — expect deep emotional tension with a splash of gangland politics.

Cast of The Nice Guy

Actor Character Role Description

Lee Dong Wook Park Seok Chul Gangster heir with a kind heart

Lee Sung Kyung Kang Mi Young Aspiring singer and Seok Chul’s first love

Ryu Hye Young Park Seok Hee Seok Chul’s sibling

Oh Na Ra Park Seok Gyeong A strong female figure in the gangster family

Park Hoon Kang Tae Hun Supporting character with ties to Mi Young

✍️ Writer: Kim Woon Kyung

🎬 Director: Song Hae Sung

Together, they bring a perfect mix of visual flair and emotional storytelling.

📅 Episode Release Schedule

Episode Release Date

Ep 1 & 2 July 18

Ep 3 & 4 July 25

Ep 5 & 6 August 1

Ep 7 & 8 August 8

Ep 9 & 10 August 15

Ep 11 & 12 August 22

Ep 13 & 14 (Finale) August 29

Each episode will be approximately 60 minutes long, airing two episodes weekly to maintain momentum while keeping viewers hooked.

💬 Why “The Nice Guy” Is a Must-Watch

Return of Lee Dong Wook in a gritty, emotional role

Powerhouse pairing with Lee Sung Kyung

Fresh noir romance setting in a gangster family narrative

Intricate character arcs balancing love, power, and survival

Strong ensemble cast and high production value