Netflix has confirmed the release date for its upcoming Korean superhero comedy series, The Wonderfools, set to premiere globally on May 15, 2026. The announcement, made in April 2026, positions the show as part of Netflix’s second-quarter 2026 Korean content slate. Created by Kang Eun-kyung, written by Heo Da-joong and directed by Yoo In-sik, the series blends superhero action with comedy and nostalgic turn-of-the-century storytelling.
The series is set in 1999, a year marked by widespread apocalyptic beliefs in South Korea, and follows a group of ordinary residents of Haeseong City who unexpectedly gain superpowers they cannot control. Rather than traditional heroes, these “flawed superhumans” struggle with unpredictable abilities that cause chaos before they learn to use them responsibly. Their journey brings them into conflict with Ha Won-do, a villain seeking to disrupt the city’s peace.
Park Eun-bin leads the cast as Eun Chae-ni, a cheerful but chaotic woman who gains the power of instantaneous teleportation. Known for her award-winning role as Woo Young-woo in Extraordinary Attorney Woo, Park brings both humor and heart to the character. Cha Eun-woo plays Lee Woon-jung, a principled yet socially awkward civic servant from Seoul who develops telekinetic abilities, allowing him to move objects with his mind. His casting marks a return to Netflix after his acclaimed performance in the same legal drama.
Supporting the main duo are Choi Dae-hoon as Son Kyung-hoon, Haeseong City Hall’s chief complainer who gains the power to make objects stick to his hands; Im Seong-jae as Kang Ro-bin, who can rip and lift heavy objects after an incident with Chae-ni; Kim Hae-sook as Kim Jeon-bok, Chae-ni’s grandmother and only living relative, a restaurateur with a mysterious past; and Son Hyun-joo as Ha Won-do, the antagonist whose calm exterior masks destructive intentions.
The official trailer for The Wonderfools was released on April 17, 2026, alongside the premiere date announcement. Netflix shared two teaser videos: one lasting 1 minute and 7 seconds, and a shorter cut of 21 seconds. The trailers highlight the show’s comedic tone, 1999 setting, and the characters’ awkward attempts to manage their newfound powers, including scenes of accidental teleportation, objects flying uncontrollably, and humorous misuses of super strength.
Production on the series concluded in May 2025 after filming began in October 2024. The eight-episode series is produced by Nangmancrew, Kakao Entertainment, and Fantagio, and will be available exclusively on Netflix upon release. As a Netflix Original, The Wonderfools requires a subscription to view, with plans starting at $8.99 per month for the standard tier with ads, $19.99 for ad-free standard definition, and $26.99 for Premium 4K + HDR access.
The series joins a growing slate of Korean-language genre productions on Netflix, following the success of titles like Extraordinary Attorney Woo, Squid Game, and All of Us Are Dead. Its blend of superhero tropes, historical setting, and character-driven humor aims to appeal to both domestic and international audiences seeking fresh takes on the K-drama format.
For updates on The Wonderfools, including potential behind-the-scenes content or future announcements, viewers can follow Netflix’s official Korean drama channels or visit the series’ page on the Netflix platform. No official trailer beyond the April 2026 release has been announced as of this writing.