Lee Jong-suk Returns After 3 Years with “Seocho-dong” — A Realistic Legal Drama That Hits Close to Home
Starring Lee Jong-suk & Moon Ga-young | Premieres July 5 on tvN
After a three-year hiatus, Lee Jong-suk is finally back — and fans couldn’t be more excited. His highly anticipated return comes with tvN’s new legal drama Seocho-dong, premiering on July 5, and expectations are sky-high.
A Long-Awaited Comeback
When the news dropped that Lee Jong-suk would return to the screen, fans practically broke the internet.
“Three years. We waited three whole years for this moment!”
From his unforgettable roles in While You Were Sleeping and Pinocchio, to now taking on a more grounded and mature character, Jong-suk is ready to show a new side of himself — and it’s worth the wait.
A Legal Drama With Real-World Grit
Set in Seocho-dong, Seoul’s legal hub, the series follows the professional and personal lives of lawyers navigating ambition, burnout, and truth. This isn’t your typical legal K-drama filled with flashy courtroom speeches — it’s a slice-of-life workplace drama grounded in realism.
Lee Jong-suk plays Ahn Joo-hyung, a sharp, no-nonsense lawyer with 9 years of experience. On the surface, he’s the picture of perfection — polished, confident, and well-dressed. But underneath, he’s blunt, unfiltered, and hard to approach.
The script, written by real-life lawyer Lee Seung-hyun, gives the drama an authenticity that sets it apart from other legal dramas. From office politics to ethical dilemmas, every detail feels lived-in and sincere.
Enter Moon Ga-young — The Heart of the Drama
Opposite Lee Jong-suk is the talented Moon Ga-young, playing Kang Hee-ji, a passionate rookie lawyer just one year into the field. Ga-young brings incredible nuance to her role, capturing the idealism, clumsiness, and growth of a newcomer trying to find her place in a ruthless profession.
Viewers have praised her versatility, from her radiant charm in Twenty-Five Twenty-One to her sharp presence in Exit 3. In Seocho-dong, she truly shines — and her chemistry with Lee Jong-suk is already drawing attention.
“Finally, Moon Ga-young is paired with someone who matches her energy and charisma!” joked fans on social media.
Why You Should Watch
- 🔹 A refreshing break from idol romance tropes
- 🔹 Realistic workplace dynamics written by an actual lawyer
- 🔹 Top-tier casting and acting performances
- 🔹 Heartfelt, humorous, and emotionally grounded
Verdict:
Seocho-dong isn’t just about the law — it’s about life, growth, and connection. With Lee Jong-suk’s charismatic return and Moon Ga-young’s emotional depth, this drama promises to be one of 2025’s most compelling and relatable K-dramas.
Don’t miss the premiere on July 5!