---
title: "Mouse"
year: 2021
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/mouse-2021"
media_type: "tv"
tmdb_id: 117378
imdb_id: "tt13634792"
status: "Ended"
seasons_count: 1
episodes_count: 20
runtime_minutes: 76
community_rating: 8.4
vote_count: 326
content_rating: "TV-14"
---

# Mouse (2021) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/mouse-2021

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Mouse is a 2021 South Korean television series categorized as an action, drama, and psychological thriller. Directed by Choi Joon-bae and Kang Cheol-woo and written by Choi Ran, the program explores the nature of criminal behavior and the concept of whether individuals are born or made. The story follows the investigation of a series of ruthless murders committed by a psychopath, which has left the nation in a state of fear and chaos. The narrative centers on the partnership between an honest, justice-seeking rookie police officer named Jeong Ba-reum and a veteran detective named Go Mu-Chi, who carries a tragic past. Their lives are fundamentally altered after they encounter the serial killer. The cast of the series includes Lee Seung-gi, Lee Hee-joon, Park Ju-hyun, Kyung Soo-jin, Hyun Bong-sik, Jung Ae-ri, Jo Jae-yoon, and Ahn Jae-wook. The series is available for viewing on streaming platforms and is recognized for its examination of the dark recesses of human nature through a complex, unfolding investigation.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "A rookie officer and a veteran detective track a serial killer causing nationwide chaos."

### Why Watch
- engaging premise
- character-driven conflict

### Caveats & Content Note
- dark themes
- Tone & Suitability: The series contains themes of serial murder and intense psychological conflict.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: suspenseful, dramatic, intense

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | Amazon Prime Video, Rakuten Viki, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | The Roku Channel, Rakuten Viki, Tubi TV | None |
| **United Kingdom (GB)** | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, CJ ENM Selects Amazon Channel | None | None |
| **Canada (CA)** | Amazon Prime Video, Rakuten Viki, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | Tubi TV, Rakuten Viki | None |
| **Australia (AU)** | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | None | None |

## Season Architecture & Lore Primers

### Limited Series (20 Episodes)
Mouse is a television series that follows the life of Jung Ba-reum, a rookie police officer, after he encounters a ruthless psychopathic serial killer. This traumatic event drives him and his partner, Go Moo-chi, a hardened detective, to investigate the truth behind psychopathic behaviors. The series explores the complexities of psychopathic behaviors and the motivations of those who commit heinous crimes.

## Filler vs. Essential Episode Classifier

- **Total Tracked Episodes**: 20
- **Crucial Mytharc Episodes**: 3 (15%)
- **Character Core Episodes**: 17 (85%)
- **Side Quest / Filler Episodes**: 0 (0%)

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Lee Seung-gi** as *Jung Ba-reum*
- **Lee Hee-jun** as *Go Moo-chi*
- **Park Ju-hyun** as *Oh Bong-yi*
- **Kwon Hwa-woon** as *Sung Yo-han*
- **Kyung Soo-jin** as *Choi Hong-ju*
- **Woo Ji-hyun** as *Koo Dong-koo*
- **Jo Jae-yun** as *Daniel Lee*
- **Kim Young-jae** as *Go Moo-won*
- **Hwang Se-on** as *Kim Da-seul*
- **Baek Jae-woo** as *Song Su Ho [Young]*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: What is the show about?
It follows a rookie officer and a veteran detective investigating a series of ruthless murders.

### Q: Who are the main characters?
The story focuses on an honest rookie police officer and a veteran detective with a tragic past.

### Q: Is it a crime drama?
Yes, the series centers on an investigation into a serial killer.

### Q: What is the tone?
The tone is defined by fear, chaos, and the life-changing consequences of the investigation.

### Q: Does it involve a psychopath?
Yes, the plot revolves around the pursuit of a psychopath responsible for serial murders.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [Amazon.com: Mouse](https://www.amazon.com/mouse/s?k=mouse)
- [Mouse (TV series) - Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mouse_(TV_series))
- [Computer Mouse Options - Best Buy](https://www.bestbuy.com/site/mice-keyboards/mice/pcmcat338200050008.c?id=pcmcat338200050008)
- [Mouse (TV Series 2021) - IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/title/tt13634792/)
- [Prime Video: Mouse - Season 1](https://www.primevideo.com/detail/0Q7ZLOXN8MW7XH3U3E2ZEH7KJC/)
- [Mouse (2021) - MyDramaList](https://mydramalist.com/58953-mouse)

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*Generated by Archytele Open Intelligence Systems. Data verified against TMDB and JustWatch APIs.*