--- title: "Player" year: 2018 canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/player-2018" media_type: "tv" tmdb_id: 82032 imdb_id: "tt8912586" status: "Returning Series" seasons_count: 2 episodes_count: 26 runtime_minutes: 60 community_rating: 7.7 vote_count: 29 content_rating: "Unrated" --- # Player (2018) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier > **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/player-2018 ## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning Player is a South Korean television series that premiered on OCN from September 29, to November 11, 2018, airing every Saturday and Sunday. The narrative centers on four talented individuals in their respective fields who create an elite team to solve crimes and enact revenge. The series stars Song Seung-heon, Krystal Jung, Lee Si-eon, Tae Won-seok, Oh Yeon-seo, and Jang Gyu-ri. It encompasses genres such as crime, action and adventure, and drama across its standard series format. ## The Hook & The Verdict **The Hook**: "Four talented individuals form an elite team to exact revenge and solve crimes." ### Why Watch - Follows an elite team of four talented individuals in their respective fields. - Combines crime-solving elements with a core story of revenge. - Features a notable cast including Song Seung-heon, Krystal Jung, Lee Si-eon, Tae Won-seok, Oh Yeon-seo, and Jang Gyu-ri. ### Caveats & Content Note - The provided text does not contain explicit reasons to skip the series. - Tone & Suitability: The series spans genres including crime, action, adventure, and drama. **Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: #crime-drama, #action-and-adventure, #team-revenge, #skilled-professionals, #south-korean-series ## Streaming Availability Matrix | Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | **United States (US)** | Rakuten Viki | The Roku Channel, Rakuten Viki, OnDemandKorea, Tubi TV | None | | **Canada (CA)** | Rakuten Viki | Tubi TV, Rakuten Viki | None | ## Season Architecture & Lore Primers ### Season 1 (14 Episodes) Player is a South Korean television series that first aired on OCN from September 29 to November 11, 2018, consisting of 14 episodes. The narrative follows the revenge of four talented individuals in their respective fields who create an elite team to solve crimes and steal dirty money illegally collected by the rich. The series stars Song Seung-heon, Krystal Jung, Lee Si-eon, Tae Won-seok, Oh Yeon-seo, and Jang Gyu-ri. According to the season synopsis, the players appear before a figure shoots Ha-ri, after which the shooter leaves while Ha-ri is caught by the police. **Essential Lore Primer (Before Watching S1)**: - Four talented individuals in their respective fields form an elite team to carry out revenge. - The team consists of members skilled in areas such as scamming, hacking, fighting, and driving. - The elite team bands together to find and solve crimes by stealing dirty money illegally collected by the rich. - The series stars actors including Song Seung-heon, Krystal Jung, Lee Si-eon, Tae Won-seok, Oh Yeon-seo, and Jang Gyu-ri. ### The Player 2: Master of Swindlers (12 Episodes) The second season of the series brings back a team of four talented individuals consisting of a swindler, a hacker, a fighter, and a driver who unite again to carry out action-packed maneuvers. This money-stealing action drama follows the elite team as they work to con the vilest villains out of all their dirty money and steal illegal funds collected by the rich. The narrative centers on the continued revenge efforts of these skilled professionals utilizing their respective fields of expertise to execute crimes and target corrupt individuals through exhilarating operations. **Essential Lore Primer (Before Watching S2)**: - An elite team is formed by four talented individuals specializing in distinct fields including swindling, hacking, fighting, and driving. - The core premise involves seeking revenge by targeting wealthy villains and criminals. - The primary operational objective is to find and steal dirty, illegally collected money from corrupt individuals. - The series features a structured approach where each member utilizes their unique professional skills to execute complex maneuvers. ## Filler vs. Essential Episode Classifier - **Total Tracked Episodes**: 26 - **Crucial Mytharc Episodes**: 4 (15%) - **Character Core Episodes**: 22 (85%) - **Side Quest / Filler Episodes**: 0 (0%) ## Key Cast Continuity - **Song Seung-heon** as *Kang Ha-Ri* - **Tae Won-seok** as *Do Jin-Woong* - **Lee Si-eon** as *Im Byung-Min* - **Krystal Jung** as *Cha A-Ryeong* - **Ahn Se-ho** as *Investigator Maeng* - **Kwak Ja-hyung** as *Cheon Dong-Sub* - **Kim Won-hae** as *Jang In-Kyu* - **Kim Gwi-seon** as *Director of Prosecutors' Office* - **Park Jin-woo** as *CEO Nam* - **Yoo Ye-bin** as *Cho Yeon-hee* ## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions ### Q: Where can I watch Player? The provided sources do not specify current streaming platforms for the series. ### Q: Is Player worth watching? The series follows an elite team of four talented individuals pursuing revenge and solving crimes, starring a notable main cast. ### Q: What is the binge duration for Player? The first season consists of 14 episodes that originally aired from September 29, to November 11, 2018. ### Q: Which are the essential episodes of Player? The provided sources do not list specific essential episodes. ## Grounded Source Citations - [Player — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/tv/82032) - [Player (TV series) - Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Player_(TV_series)) - [Player (TV Series 2018) - Cast & Crew — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/tv/82032/cast) - [The Player Full Cast & Crew - MyDramaList](https://mydramalist.com/28659-pan/cast) - [The Player 2: Master of Swindlers (TV Series 2018–2024) - IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/title/tt8912586/) - [The Player (Korean Drama, 2018, 플레이어) @ HanCinema](https://www.hancinema.net/) --- *Generated by Archytele Open Intelligence Systems. Data verified against TMDB and JustWatch APIs.*