Mark your calendars! Prime Video has announced the premiere of Newtopia, a Korean zombie apocalypse series starring award-winning actor Park Jeong-min and global superstar Jisoo of Blackpink. This epic drama will debut on February 7, 2025, and will stream weekly in the Philippines and over 240 countries and territories, excluding Korea.
A Gripping Tale of Love Amid Chaos
Set in a zombie-infested Seoul, Newtopia follows Lee Jae-yoon (Park Jeong-min), a soldier grappling with the challenges of military conscription, and his girlfriend Kang Young-joo (Jisoo), a young professional navigating her own struggles. After a heated argument leads to their breakup, the couple’s lives are thrown into turmoil when a zombie outbreak strikes.
Determined to reunite, Jae-yoon becomes the leader of his squad, while Young-joo transforms herself to survive in a crumbling city. As they race through the chaos, the series explores themes of love, resilience, and humanity.
Star-Studded Cast and Creative Team
Park Jeong-min, celebrated for his acting versatility, brings depth to the role of Jae-yoon. His illustrious career includes standout performances in Bleak Night, Dongju: The Portrait of a Poet, and Deliver Us From Evil.
Jisoo, globally renowned as a member of Blackpink, has made waves in the acting world with her lead role in Snowdrop. Fans are eager to see her tackle the action-packed, emotional challenges of Newtopia.
Adding to the anticipation, Newtopia is directed by Yoon Sung-hyun (Bleak Night, Time to Hunt) and co-written by Han Jin-won (Parasite) and Jee Ho-jin (A Shop for Killers).
When and Where to Watch
Episodes of Newtopia will release weekly on Prime Video from February 7 to March 21, 2025. Prime Video subscribers can stream the series on a variety of devices or download episodes for offline viewing.
Explore More on Prime Video
Newtopia joins a robust library of shows and films on Prime Video, including:
- Korean Hits: Spice Up Our Love, No Gain No Love, Marry My Husband
- Anime Favorites: Rurouni Kenshin
- Originals: Reacher, The Boys, The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel, and more
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Don’t miss the adrenaline, romance, and zombies—get ready to experience Newtopia starting February 7, 2025, only on Prime Video!
