Show Guide: 'Tempest'

Synopsis: Featuring one of the most impressive international line-ups in a Korean drama to date, Tempest follows Seo Munju, a skilled former diplomat, as she tries to uncover the truth behind an attempt on a presidential candidate’s life. After discovering the candidate was accused of being a North Korean spy, Munju digs into his past, unlocking a Pandora’s box of deception, state secrets and more. Protected by Paik Sanho, a mercenary with a suspicious history and a hidden backer, Munju repeatedly finds herself under attack as she uncovers an international conspiracy stretching all the way to the White House. But, with danger drawing ever closer, will Sanho be able to keep his principal safe and his emotions in check? (Courtesy Hulu, 2025)

The Cast:
Jun Ji-hyun
Gang Dong-won
John Cho
Lee Mi-sock
Park Hae-joon

Production Credits:

The Episodes:
Season One Episode Guide (Hulu)
1-01 Episode 1--09/10/2025
Munju returns to support a candidate's run. At a mass they attend, a shot rings out.

1-02 Episode 2--09/10/2025
A mysterious shadow looms over the shooting. Munju enters the presidential race to find the truth.

1-03 Episode 3--09/10/2025
A crisis strikes Munju on her way to declare her candidacy. Sanho races in again to save her.

1-04 Episode 4--09/17/2025
A discovery is made that threatens national security.

1-05 Episode 5--09/17/2025
Munju exposes the plot to start a war and spends what could be her last night with Sanho.

1-06 Episode 6--09/24/2025
Munju receives some intelligence that changes everything.

1-07 Episode 7--09/24/2025
Standing on the edge of truth, Munju and Sanho face a choice.

1-08 Episode 8--10/01/2025
The shadow of war returns. Munju and Sanho step into the eye of the storm.

1-09 Episode 9--10/01/2025
Their final strike begins. With the truth in hand, can Munju stop everything before it's too late?