The medical drama Doctor X, starring Kim Ji Won, arrives on SBS screens today. It is an adaptation of the hit Japanese series of the same name and is described as a medical noir drama in which a brilliant surgeon takes on a corrupt hospital system using only her talent.
Before its premiere, here are the highlights that have been shared about the production, explaining the interest it has generated among Kim Ji Won's fans.
What is Doctor X about?
Kim Ji Won plays Gye Soo Jung, a brilliant surgeon nicknamed the crazy Gye of the operating room, a play on the Korean term that sounds similar to dog. The character demonstrates what it truly means to be a doctor through her pure surgical skill while operating, both literally and figuratively, against a medical institution riddled with corruption.
1. Kim Ji Won’s dramatic transformation
Gye Soo Jung is a surgeon who stands up to a corrupt medical cartel. Inside the operating room, she exhibits absolute charisma and authority, but outside of it, she shows a surprisingly clumsy and endearing side, as well as a multi-layered personal background that will be revealed throughout the story.
2. SBS’s first medical noir
Doctor X marks the first medical noir drama produced by SBS, joining its catalog of cathartic series focused on justice, such as Agent Kim Reactivated, Taxi Driver, and The Fiery Priest. The series promises the thrill of watching a heroine challenge corrupt powers.
One of the great attractions will be Gye Soo Jung's unwavering determination to defend her convictions against corrupt doctors who prioritize power over patients' lives, combined with her extraordinary surgical prowess.
3. The chemistry between Kim Ji Won and Lee Jung Eun
The audience will be able to enjoy the dynamic between Gye Soo Jung and Jang Hee Sook, played by Lee Jung Eun. Although they are business partners, they share a deep bond forged through the wounds each has endured, offering a compelling portrait of female solidarity across generations.
The producing director (PD) Lee Jung Rim noted that there is a special trust and comfort between the two actresses that goes beyond acting.
4. A strong ensemble cast
Doctor X also features a prominent ensemble cast. Son Hyun Joo plays Boo Seung Kwon, the director of Guseo University Hospital, the institution marked by corruption in the plot. Meanwhile, Kim Woo Seok plays Park Tae Kyung, an ambitious and kind-hearted surgical intern, alongside a cast of experienced actors.
From the medical staff at Guseo University Hospital and the employees of Jang Hee Sook's medical recruitment agency, to the figures of power surrounding the hospital, each character has their own beliefs and ambitions, which adds depth and intrigue to the story.
Lee Jung Eun added that there are diverse dynamics centered on Gye Soo Jung, both inside and outside the operating room, and that as the drama progresses, the audience will fall in love with each of the characters.
Doctor X premiere date and time
Doctor X premieres today, October 9, at 9:50 p.m. Korean Standard Time (KST) on SBS.
Frequently asked questions about Doctor X
When does Doctor X premiere?
Doctor X premieres on October 9 at 9:50 p.m. KST on the SBS network.
Who stars in Doctor X?
Kim Ji Won stars in the series as Gye Soo Jung, a brilliant surgeon who takes on a corrupt hospital system.
What is Doctor X based on?
Doctor X is an adaptation of the hit Japanese series of the same name and is presented as a medical noir drama.
Who is in the cast of Doctor X?
In addition to Kim Ji Won, the cast includes Lee Jung Eun as Jang Hee Sook, Son Hyun Joo as Boo Seung Kwon, and Kim Woo Seok as Park Tae Kyung.
What kind of story does Doctor X tell?
The series follows Gye Soo Jung, a surgeon who combines her extraordinary surgical skill with a constant fight against corruption within Guseo University Hospital.
