When the Phone Rings: Suspense Drama Premieres on Netflix November 22

For K-drama fans, Netflix is releasing a new thriller filled with suspense and mystery! When the Phone Rings lands on the platform on November 22, promising a story that blends romance, threats, and dark secrets. This drama, based on a popular web novel, presents a complex arranged marriage between Baek Sa Eon, played by Yoo Yeon Seok, and Hong Hee Joo, portrayed by Chae Soo Bin.

Synopsis of When the Phone Rings

The storyline revolves around Baek Sa Eon and Hong Hee Joo, a couple who marry for political and professional interests. Baek Sa Eon is the youngest spokesperson for the Blue House, and Hong Hee Joo, a sign language interpreter. Both play important roles within their influential families, maintaining a distant and purely professional relationship.

Everything changes after Sa Eon receives a mysterious call claiming Hee Joo has been kidnapped. Their loveless marriage begins to transform, revealing hidden feelings and a strong protective instinct.

Main Cast and Characters

• Yoo Yeon Seok as Baek Sa Eon: Known for roles in series like Hospital Playlist, Yoo Yeon Seok portrays a character initially cold and calculating, who gradually reveals a protective and emotional side as the challenges in their marriage grow.

• Chae Soo Bin as Hong Hee Joo: Known for her role in I Am Not a Robot, Chae Soo Bin plays Sa Eon’s wife, a profound character who communicates through sign language and grapples with past traumas.

The cast also includes Heo Nam Jun and Jang Gyuri. Heo Nam Jun, known from Sweet Home, plays Ji Sang Woo, a psychiatrist and content creator, while Jang Gyuri, from The Player 2, portrays Na Yu Ri, a confident journalist determined to uncover mysteries.

Teaser and Anticipation for Release

The official teaser offers suspenseful scenes between the main couple. Baek Sa Eon, who initially distances himself from Hee Joo, is shaken by the thought of losing her. As he keeps a closer eye on her, he begins to show signs of jealousy and emotional connection. With cryptic phrases like “When I start, I finish,” the unseen antagonist promises to add a layer of suspense to each episode.

Release Details

• Title: When the Phone Rings
• Release Date: November 22, 2023
• Episodes: 12
• Genres: Thriller, Romance
• Available in: Dubbed and Subtitled

With a renowned cast and a storyline based on a popular web novel, When the Phone Rings is set to captivate international audiences and is poised to be one of the most intriguing releases of November.

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