“The Impossible Heir” is a 2024 South Korean TV series in the revenge drama and workplace thriller genres, written by Choi Won and directed by Min Yeon-hong. Starring Lee Jae-wook, Lee Jun-young, and Hong Su-zu, the show centers on the ambitious quest of underdogs aiming to seize control of South Korea’s biggest conglomerate. It premiered globally on Disney+ from February 28 to April 3, 2024, airing every Wednesday.
CHARACTERS
Main:
- Lee Jae-wook portrays Han Tae-oh, the son of a murderer father, characterized by a cold-blooded personality.
- Lee Jun-young takes on the role of Kang In-ha, the illegitimate son of Kangoh Group.
- Hong Su-zu plays Na Hye-won, the daughter of a debt collector.
Supporting:
- Han Sang-jin appears as Kang In-ju, the first son of Kangoh Group and chairman of Kangoh Resort.
- Choi Jin-ho portrays Kang Jung-mo, In-joo’s father, and the chairman of Kangoh Group.
- Kim Ho-jung plays Jang Geum-seok, In-joo’s stepmother, and Jung-mo’s wife.
- Lee Ji-hoon is cast as Kang Seong-ju, the second son of Kangoh Group.
- Kim Young-joo takes on the role of Yoon Hyang-mi, Hye-won’s mother.
- Ko Chang-seok appears as Chae Dong-wook, Tae-oh’s former university professor turned director of the Co-Prosperity Cooperation Center.
- Choi Hee-jin portrays Kang Hee-joo, Jung-mo’s youngest daughter, who develops feelings for Tae-oh.
- Heo Nam-joon and Jang Hyuk-jin play Ha Myeong-jin and Chu Hyuk-jin, respectively, with specific roles yet to be specified.
- Choi Byung-mo is speculated to portray Han Kil-su, Tae-oh’s stepfather, although confirmation is needed.
- Woo Hyun appears as the village chief.
STORYLINE
After discovering his true lineage as the illegitimate son of a wealthy conglomerate magnate, Kang In-ha decides to escape the shackles of poverty. However, he faces rejection and isolation from his newfound family members. In a bid to ascend the societal ladder and claim what he perceives as rightfully his, In-ha collaborates with his childhood companion Han Tae-oh to devise a strategic scheme aimed at wresting control of the company.
Together, In-ha and Tae-oh plot to orchestrate a takeover of the conglomerate, determined to secure their positions at the pinnacle of society. Their plan involves navigating complex family dynamics, overcoming societal barriers, and outmaneuvering formidable opponents in their pursuit of power and recognition.
