Fifties Professionals
Upcoming South Korean television series
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Fifties Professionals (Korean: 오십프로) is an upcoming South Korean action comedy television series written by Jang Won-seob, directed by Han Dong-hwa, and starring Shin Ha-kyun, Oh Jung-se, and Heo Sung-tae. The series is about three unassuming men, formerly individuals of significant influence, who are compelled by circumstance to return to their previous fields of expertise. It is to premiere on MBC TV in May 2026.
| Fifties Professionals | |
|---|---|
| Hangul | 오십프로 |
| RR | Osippeuro |
| MR | Osipp'ŭro |
| Genre | Action comedy |
| Written by | Jang Won-seob |
| Directed by | Han Dong-hwa |
| Starring | |
| Country of origin | South Korea |
| Original language | Korean |
| Production | |
| Executive producers | Jang Kyung-ik Yoo Sang-won Jang Shin-ae Han Dong-hwa |
| Production companies |
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| Original release | |
| Network | MBC TV |
Synopsis
After holding prominent positions in their respective fields, three men now live in seclusion on Yeongseon Island. Following a ten-year hiatus, a series of events compels them to utilize the professional skills and instincts they had previously suppressed. As they navigate the physical challenges associated with middle age, the trio initiates a mission to uncover the facts behind the specific incident that led to their displacement a decade ago.
Cast and characters
Main
- Shin Ha-kyun as Jeong Heo-myung
- Oh Jung-se as Bong Je-soon
- Heo Sung-tae as Kang Bum-ryong
Supporting
- Lee Hak-joo as Ma Gong-bok
- Kim Sang-ho as Jo Sung-won
- Kwon Yul as Chairman Do
- Shin Dong-mi as Kwon Oh-ran
- Kim Shin-rok as Kang Young-ae
Production
Development
The series is a collaborative production between Studio Dragon and Jumbo Film, with MBC overseeing the planning and broadcasting. Director Han Dong-hwa, noted for his work on genre-defining dramas such as Bad Guys 2 (2017–2018) and Shadow Detective series (2022–2023), was appointed to lead the project. The script was written by Jang Won-seob. The production team aimed to blend "realistic action" with "salty comedy", focusing on the domestic and professional struggles of middle-aged protagonists—a demographic often referred to in the Korean title (a wordplay on "50%"[note 1] and "50s Pros"[note 2]).[1][2]
Casting
Shin Ha-kyun, Oh Jung-se, and Heo Sung-tae were cast as the central trio and was finalized by November 2025.[1][2] In late 2025 to early 2026, additional cast members were announced. Lee Hak-joo joined to provide a younger counterpoint to the veteran leads.[3] Kim Sang-ho was cast following his role in Typhoon Family (2025).[4] Kwon Yul, who was cast in the antagonist role.[5] Shin Dong-mi was cast as spouse to Shin Ha-kyun's character.[6] And Kim Shin-rok's casting as a police-turned-prosecutor was confirmed.[7]
