---
title: "My Name"
year: 2021
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/my-name-2021"
media_type: "tv"
tmdb_id: 110356
imdb_id: "tt12940504"
status: "Ended"
seasons_count: 1
episodes_count: 8
runtime_minutes: 50
community_rating: 8.2
vote_count: 1065
content_rating: "TV-MA"
---

# My Name (2021) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

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

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

My Name is a television series released in 2021 that follows a woman driven by a quest for vengeance. The narrative begins after the murder of the protagonist's father, an event that serves as the primary catalyst for her subsequent actions. Seeking justice for this loss, she aligns herself with a powerful crime boss and places her trust in his leadership. Under the specific direction of this criminal figure, she infiltrates the police force to carry out her objectives. The series explores the complexities of her dual life as she navigates the dangerous intersection of organized crime and law enforcement while remaining focused on her ultimate goal of revenge. The story centers on her transformation and the personal sacrifices she makes while operating within these two opposing worlds. By following the instructions of the crime boss, she attempts to uncover the truth behind her father's death, leading to a series of confrontations that test her loyalties and her resolve throughout the duration of the show.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "A grieving woman joins the police force to avenge her father under a crime boss's direction."

### Why Watch
- compelling lead performance
- fast-paced narrative

### Caveats & Content Note
- contains graphic violence
- dark thematic elements
- Tone & Suitability: This series contains intense scenes of violence and mature themes.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: gritty, revenge-driven, intense, suspenseful

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | Netflix, Netflix Standard with Ads | None | None |
| **United Kingdom (GB)** | Netflix, Netflix Standard with Ads | None | None |
| **Canada (CA)** | Netflix, Netflix Standard with Ads | None | None |
| **Australia (AU)** | Netflix, Netflix Standard with Ads | None | None |

## Season Architecture & Lore Primers

### Miniseries (8 Episodes)
## Filler vs. Essential Episode Classifier

- **Total Tracked Episodes**: 8
- **Crucial Mytharc Episodes**: 3 (38%)
- **Character Core Episodes**: 5 (63%)
- **Side Quest / Filler Episodes**: 0 (0%)

## Creative Credits

- **Created by**: Kim Jin-min, Kim Ba-da
- **Networks / Studios**: Netflix

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Han So-hee** as *Yoon Ji-woo / Song Ji-woo / Oh Hye-jin*
- **Park Hee-soon** as *Choi Mu-jin*
- **Ahn Bo-hyun** as *Jeon Pil-do*
- **Kim Sang-ho** as *Cha Gi-ho*
- **Lee Hak-ju** as *Jung Tae-ju*
- **Chang Ryul** as *Do Gang-jae*
- **Yoon Kyung-ho** as *Yoon Dong-hoon / Song Joon-soo*
- **Moon Sang-min** as *Go Gun-pyeong*
- **Kim Byung-cheol** as *Cho Jin-se*
- **Shin Yeon-woo** as *Woman on drugs*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: What is the main plot?
A woman seeks revenge for her father's murder by infiltrating the police force.

### Q: Who does the protagonist trust?
She puts her trust in a powerful crime boss.

### Q: Is the protagonist a police officer?
Yes, she enters the police force under the direction of a crime boss.

### Q: What motivates the main character?
Her primary motivation is the murder of her father.

### Q: What genre is the show?
It is a crime drama focused on revenge.

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