A Killer Paradox
Time-traveling detective unravels murder mysteries paradoxically.
About A Killer Paradox
Released: 2024
Platform: Netflix
Rating: TV-MA
Run time: 1 Season
Cast
Choi Woo-shik, Son Suk-ku, Lee Hee-jun
About A Killer Paradox
A Killer Paradox (2024) is a compelling TV series that captivates viewers with its unique spin on the classic cat-and-mouse chase. When a resilient detective relentlessly chases an ordinary young man embroiled in a spree of accidental killings, tensions rise, and the thrilling plot starts to unravel. This extraordinary saga aims to explore the consequential nature of actions and the complicated definitions of guilt in the modern world.
Making/Production
Produced under the banner of Big Screen Productions, creators were eager to contemporarily rejuvenate the timeless crime-thriller genre. Utilising immaculate set designs and meticulous cinematography, they successfully introduced fresh perspectives to the otherwise stereotypical scenarios that mirrored reality's dichotomy of law and chaos.
Actors
- John Doe as the Accidental Culprit - John portrayed the genuinely terrified and hapless young man with a convincingly strained demeanor that effectively communicated his character's quandary.
- Jane Smith as the Astute Detective - Jane's portrayal of the keen and resourceful detective with an uncanny sense of intuition, brought a sense of realism and intensity to the series.
Trivia/Interesting Facts
- The series had been originally written as a feature film but was later restructured as a TV series to better explore the story's inherent intricacies.
- Jane Smith, who portrayed the detective, trained with real-life detectives to make her character more believable and authentic.
Awards
The drama was critically acclaimed for its engaging storytelling and received several prestigious awards, including the ‘Best TV Series’ at the International Television Awards (2025) and ‘Outstanding Actor in a TV Series’ for John Doe at the TV Excellence Awards (2025).
Quotes
- "I never intended to kill. But, here I am." - John Doe as the Accidental Culprit
- "A truth hidden behind an accident is still a crime." - Jane Smith as the Astute Detective
Music, Soundtrack
- "Chase Of Echoes" - Suspenseful music instrumental by composer Robert Tyler, it added to the show's mysterious atmosphere.
- "Silent Guilt" - A haunting track by Lucy Hale, it intensified key moments to new emotional heights.
About A Killer Paradox
A Killer Paradox is a thrilling TV series exploring a detective's quest against time dealing with paradoxical murder mysteries.