Native Title	트리거
Also Know as	Trigger, Teurigeo
Director	Yoo Seon Dong
Writer	Kim Ki-Ryang
Distributor	Disney+
Air Time	Wednesday
Content Rating	15+ - Teens 15 or older
Runtime	12 episodes
Genre	Crime Thriller, Moral Drama, Noir, Office, Workplace Comedy
Language	Korean
Country	South Korea
Release Date	2025-01-15
End Date	2025-02-19

“Unmasked”, originally titled “Trigger” (Korean: 트리거), is a 12‑episode Korean series that premiered on Disney+ from January 15 to February 19, 2025. Directed by Yoo Sun‑dong (“The Uncanny Counter”), written by Kim Gi‑ryang, produced by KeyEast and Ordinary Gem. It is a Korean crime‑thriller with a dash of workplace comedy.

Plot Overview

The “Trigger” team’s controversial exposé angers powerful sponsors, putting their jobs on the line. Their last hope: solving a 20‑year‑old cold case – the mysterious disappearance of a famous actor. As the main arc unfolds, team also dig into social issues like cults, corruption, animal abuse, and more.

Cast & Characters

Kim Hye‑soo as Oh So‑ryong, the fearless PD leading “Trigger”.
Jung Sung‑il as Han Do, an awkward yet passionate rookie camera director.
Joo Jong‑hyuk as Kang Gi‑ho, the eternally optimistic youngest PD.
Supporting cast includes Lee Hae‑young, Jang Hye‑jin, Shin Jung‑keun, Park Soo‑young, Choo Ja‑hyun, and more.

Themes & Tone

Realism and Sensitivity

Director Yoo Sun‑dong intentionally balanced dark subject matter (e.g., sexual violence, cults, chaotic crimes) with dark humour and sincerity, avoiding sensationalism.

Investigative Spotlight

The series sheds light on underused storytelling in Korean TV – journalists as protagonists, exposing system failures.

Reception & Highlights

Critics praised its gritty storytelling, bold visuals, strong performances, and moral depth – though noted occasional tonal whiplash and pacing inconsistencies.

Viewers, especially on Reddit fans, applauded its portrayal of journalists:

“So nice to see a drama focused on journalists who’ll stop at nothing to expose the truth. This is what true journalism is and should be about.”

They also remarked on occasional leaps in character arcs or unresolved cases – but overall found it compelling.

Summary

“Unmasked” stands out as a thrilling, socially conscious drama that blends tense investigations, dark humour, and heartfelt character growth. If you're drawn to crime‑drama hybrids with journalistic grit – think “Hush” or “Argon” – this is a must-watch.

Where to Watch

Available on Disney+ globally. Also on Hulu (US) via Disney Bundle.

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