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Synopsis
A concise overview of the premise, tone, and dramatic setup.
"Prison Playbook" is a human drama that revolves around star pitcher Kim Je-hyuk, who finds himself imprisoned just as he is about to make his major league baseball debut. The series explores his adjustment to life in prison, where he interacts with fellow inmates and guards, revealing the complexities of human dignity and relationships within the confines of a correctional facility.
Set against the backdrop of a prison, the show balances black comedy with heartfelt moments, showcasing the characters' growth and the emotional stories behind their crimes. As Je-hyuk navigates this new world, he learns valuable lessons about friendship, love, and resilience. Ultimately, the series concludes with his journey toward redemption and a return to the baseball field, leaving viewers with a message of hope amidst life's challenges.
Filming locations
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Iksan Prison Set
익산 교도소 세트장207 Hamnang-ro, Seongdang-myeon, Iksan, Jeonbuk State, South KoreaThe Iksan Prison Set was used as a filming location for the drama 'Prison Playbook'. Visitors can experience the prison environment and see various filming sets. / This is a film set that resembles a real prison, where various movies and dramas, including 'Prison Playbook', were filmed. Visitors can experience the atmosphere of a prison and take photos in realistic settings. / The main filming location for 'Prison Playbook' is the Cheongyang Prison Set, which realistically recreates various prison environments.
The place we arrived at was the Iksan Prison set, which was the filming location for "Great Escape 4: Jeoksong Prison" and "Prison Playbook."blog.naver.com - 02
Incheon Munhak Baseball Stadium
인천문학경기장 주경기장618 Maesohol-ro, Michuhol-gu, Incheon, Incheon인천 미추홀구 매소홀로 618This stadium was used for filming baseball scenes in the drama.
3. Baseball scene: Incheon Munhak Stadium and local baseball practice fields.blog.naver.com - 03
Papyong Zip
빠삐용zip98 Jangheung-ro, Jangheung-eup, Jangheung, Jeollanam-do, South KoreaThe location served as a real prison until 2015 and is now a cultural space used for filming dramas and movies. It features various experiences related to prison life.
Remarkably, this place was used as an actual prison facility until 2015. It is currently being transformed into a multi-cultural space called 'Papillon Zip,' and it is said that it serves as a filming location for movies and dramas for about half of the year.blog.naver.com - 04
Gujanghung Prison
구 장흥교도소2667 Jangheung-daero, Yongsan-myeon, Jangheung, Jeollanam-do, South KoreaThe location served as a filming site for the drama 'Prison Playbook' and features various sets that recreate prison life. Visitors can experience the environment and see the facilities used in the drama.
Iksan travel: the former Jangheung Prison, the filming location of "Prison Playbook."blog.naver.com
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Production
Broadcast details, runtime, language, and key production credits.
CJ ENM
- Creators
- Lee Woo-jung이우정Lee Do-hyun이도현
Source: TMDB
Cast & characters
Key roles, performers, and character context for quick scanning.
Kim Je-hyeokPark Hae-soo박해수Kim Je-hyeok is a star pitcher whose major league baseball debut is approaching, but his life takes a turn when he lands in prison and must adapt to his new environment.
Lee Jun-hoJung Kyung-ho정경호
Ji-hoKrystal Jung정수정
LooneyLee Kyoo-hyung이규형
Min-cheolChoi Mu-sung최무성
Dr. KoJeong Min-sung정민성
KAISTPark Ho-san박호산
Jean ValjeanKang Seung-yoon강승윤
Lieutenant PaengJung Woong-in정웅인
Captain YooJung Hae-in정해인
JailbirdKim Sung-cheol김성철
Kim Je-heeIm Hwa-young임화영
Officer SongKang Ki-doong강기둥
Mole BoyChoi Seong-won최성원
Chief JoSung Dong-il성동일
Lee Joon-dolKim Kyung-nam김경남
Source: TMDB
Lead actors
Lead performer biographies and notable credits.
Park Hae-sooas Kim Je-hyeok
Park Hae-soo is a prominent South Korean actor, born on November 21, 1981. He gained international fame for his role as Cho Sang-woo in the Netflix series Squid Game (2021), a performance that earned him a nomination for the Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Drama Series. This breakout role introduced him to a global audience and solidified his place in the entertainment industry. Before his rise to fame in television, Park started his career in theater, showcasing his talent in various leading and supporting roles in plays and musicals. His transition to film and television marked a significant turning point in his career, with his performance in Prison Playbook (2017–2018), which became one of the highest-rated Korean dramas on cable television. Park has continued to collaborate with Netflix on several projects, including Narco-Saints (2022) and Money Heist: Korea – Joint Economic Area (2022), along with upcoming titles like Karma, The Price of Confession, and The Great Flood, all set to release in 2025.
Jung Kyung-hoas Lee Jun-ho
Jung Kyung-ho is a prominent South Korean actor known for his versatile performances in television dramas. Born on August 31, 1983, he is the son of esteemed TV director Jung Eul Young, who initially opposed his son's pursuit of acting. Defying his father's wishes, Jung moved out and pursued his dream, leading to a three-year estrangement before they reconciled. Jung's acting career began after he successfully passed a KBS audition, leading to his debut in the mobile drama "5 Stars." He gained significant recognition with his role in the 2004 melodrama "I'm Sorry, I Love You." Over the years, he has starred in several acclaimed series, including "Missing Nine," "Prison Playbook," and "Life on Mars." Jung’s portrayal of Kim Jun-wan in the hit medical drama "Hospital Playlist" further solidified his status in the industry, with his character returning for the show's second season. In his personal life, Jung has been in a relationship with actress Choi Soo Young since early 2013, having met through their church and university. More recently, he starred in the popular series "Crash Course in Romance," continuing to captivate audiences with his talent and charm.
Krystal Jungas Ji-ho
Krystal Jung, born Jung Soo Jung on October 24, 1994, in San Francisco, California, is a prominent American-born South Korean singer and actress. She was discovered by SM Entertainment during a family trip to South Korea when she was just five years old. Initially, her family declined an opportunity for her to train as a performer, allowing her older sister, Jessica, to join the agency instead. Jessica later debuted with the iconic girl group Girls' Generation in 2007. Krystal herself began her career in entertainment in 2002, appearing in television commercials, including her first notable role in a Lotte ad alongside actress Han Ga In. In 2009, Krystal officially debuted as a member of the girl group f(x), which quickly gained popularity for its unique sound and style. She has also been involved in various acting projects, utilizing her Korean name for her roles. Her acting career took off with a role in the MBC sitcom "High Kick! The Short Legs Strike Back," which showcased her talent beyond music. Over the years, she has starred in notable dramas such as "The Heirs," "My Lovely Girl," and "Police University," establishing herself as a versatile actress. As of 2023, Krystal has decided to part ways with SM Entertainment, marking a new chapter in her career.
Lee Kyoo-hyungas Looney
Choi Mu-sungas Min-cheol
Choi Mu-sung is a prominent South Korean actor born on January 12, 1968. He is widely recognized for his versatile performances across various genres in both film and television. Choi gained significant acclaim for his roles in critically acclaimed projects such as "I Saw the Devil," where he showcased his ability to portray complex characters, and the historical drama "Mr. Sunshine," which further solidified his status in the industry. Additionally, Choi's performance in the beloved series "Reply 1988" endeared him to a broader audience, highlighting his talent for bringing warmth and depth to his characters. With a career spanning several decades, Choi Mu-sung continues to be a respected figure in the South Korean entertainment landscape, consistently delivering compelling performances that resonate with viewers.
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Episodes
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Ep 1The Sentence2017-11-22 · 93 minBaseball pitcher Kim Je-hyeok gets slapped with a completely unexpected prison sentence only days before his flight to Boston to join the Red Sox.
Ep 2The Second Trial2017-11-23 · 87 minJe-hyeok's appeal is a week away, and everyone seems sure he'll win the case. Seagull demands that the Errand Boy sneak him a knife.
Ep 3Seobu Penitentiary2017-11-29 · 87 minAfter he's transferred to a new facility, Je-hyeok shares a cell with an interesting group of inmates and begins working at a prison woodshop.
Ep 4Retirement2017-11-30 · 102 minWith a big prize at stake for the winner of a singing contest, the inmates get busy practicing. Je-hyeok needs permission to get outside medical care.
Ep 5I'm Going to Quit Baseball2017-12-06 · 96 minAfter the big announcement that broke the hearts of many, Je-hyeok starts showing interest in other career paths. Jean Valjean is soon to be released.
Ep 6The Ramyeon Box2017-12-07 · 97 minThe arrival of the new inmate has everyone on edge. Various competitions are being held with boxes of ramen – and something else – up for grabs.
Ep 7Starting Baseball Again2017-12-13 · 95 minNo one seems to know what kind of person Captain Yoo really is. Meanwhile at the woodshop, there's growing discontent toward the new chief.
Ep 8Bak-sa's Abdominal Pain2017-12-14 · 88 minDr. Ko needs a medical exam for his abdominal pain, but with the upcoming audit, Captain Na is pickier than ever in giving out authorizations.
Ep 9New Troublesome Inmates2017-12-20 · 91 minNew inmates, including one with particularly troubling behavior, get assigned to Joon-ho's wing. Min-chul seeks to find out what's worrying Dr. Ko.
Ep 10The 140 km Pitch2017-12-21 · 86 minCaptain Yoo's chance at a retrial depends completely on a witness's willingness to testify. One inmate from Je-hyeok's cell prepares to say goodbye.
Ep 11The New Prisoner2018-01-03 · 95 minLed by Min-chul, Je-hyeok's cellmates are on a mission to protect Je-hyeok from the newest inmate, who's plotting to take revenge.
Ep 12Fire Drill2018-01-04 · 93 minWhile deciding which team he'll play for, Je-hyeok sets a condition that is very unlike him. Meanwhile, Crony continues his plan for payback.
Ep 13Unanswered Calls2018-01-10 · 94 minJe-hyeok needs to talk to Ji-ho while he has phone privileges, but time is running out. Je-hyeok's cellmates share surprising details of their pasts.
Ep 14A New Obstacle2018-01-11 · 77 minThings finally seem to be looking up for Je-hyeok until another calamity strikes. Meanwhile, Looney and Jung-woo continue to bicker like preschoolers.
Ep 15The Special Pardon2018-01-17 · 84 minSomeone is plotting to make Je-hyeok's remaining months in prison as unpleasant as possible. Min-chul anxiously awaits the decision on his parole.
Ep 16The Last Chapter2018-01-18 · 99 minEven for a man as patient and steadfast as Je-hyeok, sometimes life in prison just gets to be too much, which leads him to come to a drastic decision.
Source: TMDB
Videos
Trailers, OST, interviews, making clips, reviews, and recommendations.
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Gallery
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