Chicken Nugget (TV series)
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Hangul | 닭강정 |
Revised Romanization | Dakgangjeong |
McCune–Reischauer | Takkangjŏng |
Genre | |
Based on | Chicken Nugget by Park Ji-dok |
Developed by | Kwon Mi-kyung[1] |
Written by | Lee Byeong-heon |
Directed by | Lee Byeong-heon |
Starring | |
Music by | Kim Tae-seong[1] |
Country of origin | South Korea |
Original language | Korean |
No. of episodes | 10 |
Production | |
Producers | |
Cinematography | Noh Seung-bo[1] |
Editor | Nam Na-young[1] |
Running time | 28–37 minutes |
Production companies | |
Original release | |
Network | Netflix |
Release | March 15, 2024 |
Chicken Nugget (Korean: 닭강정) is a 2024 South Korean comedy mystery television series written and directed by Lee Byeong-heon, and starring Ryu Seung-ryong, Ahn Jae-hong, and Kim Yoo-jung. Based on the Naver webtoon of the same name, it is a comic mystery chase drama about the struggles of a father to recover his daughter who entered a mysterious machine and turned into a chicken nugget, assisted by a man who has a crush on her.[3][4] It was released on Netflix in selected regions on March 15, 2024.[5][6]
Synopsis
[edit]Choi Min-ah, the daughter of a company president, mistakes a new machine as a device which helps her with her fatigue, and she is accidentally turned into a chicken nugget. As her father, Choi Seon-man and intern Go Baek-joong who has a crush on her, try to turn her back into a human, they discover unexpected secrets.
Cast and characters
[edit]Main
[edit]- Ryu Seung-ryong as Choi Seon-man[7]
- The president of More Than Machines, who tries to turn his daughter back into a human.
- Ahn Jae-hong as Go Baek-joong[8]
- An intern who has a crush on his boss's daughter, Min-ah.
- Kim Yoo-jung as Choi Min-ah[9]
- Choi Seon-man's daughter who enters a mysterious machine thinking it is a fatigue recovery machine and turns into a chicken nugget.
Special appearances
[edit]- Jung Ho-yeon as Hong Cha[10][11]
- Korea's best taste columnist.
- Park Jin-young as Yoo Tae-young[12]
- Yoo Tae-man's handsome older brother.
- Ko Chang-seok as Baek-joong's father[12]
- Moon Sang-hoon as Jeong Hyo-bong[12]
- A man who is entangled with a mysterious machine and appears at the right time.
- Yoo Seung-mok as Yoo In-won[12]
- A doctor crazy about mechanical research.
- Jeong Seung-gil as Yoo Tae-man[12]
- A man who has the strongest presbyopia complex.
- Kim Tae-hoon as employee of More Than Machines[12]
- Hwang Mi-young as employee of More Than Machines[12]
- Jeong Sun-won as employee of More Than Machines[12]
- Lee Ha-nui as employee of More Than Machines[12]
- Kim Nam-hee[12]
- Yang Hyun-min[12]
- Heo Jun-seok[12]
- Park Hyeong-soo[12]
- Lee Joo-bin[12]
Episodes
[edit]No. | Title | Directed by | Written by | Original release date |
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1 | "Episode 1" | Lee Byeong-heon | Lee Byeong-heon | March 15, 2024 |
2 | "Episode 2" | Lee Byeong-heon | Lee Byeong-heon | March 15, 2024 |
3 | "Episode 3" | Lee Byeong-heon | Lee Byeong-heon | March 15, 2024 |
4 | "Episode 4" | Lee Byeong-heon | Lee Byeong-heon | March 15, 2024 |
5 | "Episode 5" | Lee Byeong-heon | Lee Byeong-heon | March 15, 2024 |
6 | "Episode 6" | Lee Byeong-heon | Lee Byeong-heon | March 15, 2024 |
7 | "Episode 7" | Lee Byeong-heon | Lee Byeong-heon | March 15, 2024 |
8 | "Episode 8" | Lee Byeong-heon | Lee Byeong-heon | March 15, 2024 |
9 | "Episode 9" | Lee Byeong-heon | Lee Byeong-heon | March 15, 2024 |
10 | "Episode 10" | Lee Byeong-heon | Lee Byeong-heon | March 15, 2024 |
Production
[edit]In November 2022, it was reported that filming is currently in progress.[13]
In an interview, director Lee Byeong-heon said, "We recently finished filming and will be released on Netflix at the earliest at the end of 2023, or early next year at the latest".[14]
Reception
[edit]Critical response
[edit]On the review aggregator website Rotten Tomatoes, 100% of 5 critics' reviews are positive, with an average rating of 7.5/10.[15] Pierce Conran of South China Morning Post wrote that "even among Netflix's growing catalogue of dystopian dramas, twisty thrillers and sci-fi tentpoles, Chicken Nugget stands out, thanks to its saturated colours, heightened tone and absurd sense of humour".[16] Jonathan Wilson of Ready Steady Cut rated it a 3.5/5 and wrote that the series is a "work of sneaky genius".[17] Joel Keller of Decider wrote that the series "is silly as hell, but it promises to be one of those shows where two people go on a crazy adventure" and "just happens to involve a woman who becomes a chicken nugget".[18] Sarah Musnicky of But Why Tho? rated it a 8/10 and wrote it "dials everything up to a ten and then some" and "it is absurdist, comedic fun and spares no expense or time in embracing its quirky energy".[19] Joly Herman of Common Sense Media wrote that "some sinister undertones and the copious use of language makes this show a better choice for older teens" and "fans of irrational sci-fi will appreciate this one the most".[20]
Viewership
[edit]Chicken Nugget ranked tenth in Netflix's Global Top 10 TV (Non-English) category for the week of March 18–24, 2024, and received a warm response in seven countries including South Korea.[21]
Listicles
[edit]Publisher | Year | Listicle | Placement | Ref. |
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NME | 2024 | The 10 best K-dramas of 2024 – so far | Placed | [22] |
References
[edit]- ^ a b c d e f g Chicken Nugget. Episode 1. March 15, 2024. Netflix.
- ^ a b Kim, Chae-yeon (February 6, 2024). 류승룡x안재홍 '닭강정' 첫 스틸 공개..이 중에 김유정이 있다 [Ryu Seung-ryong and Ahn Jae-hong's first still from 'Dakgangjeong' released... Among them is Kim Yoo-jung]. Osen. Archived from the original on March 14, 2024. Retrieved March 14, 2024 – via Naver.
- ^ Lim, Jeong-won (September 30, 2022). "Actor Ahn Jae-hong, director Lee Byeong-heon to work together on 'Chicken Nugget' Netflix series". Korea JoongAng Daily. Archived from the original on October 4, 2022. Retrieved October 1, 2022 – via Naver.
- ^ Suacillo, Angela Patricia (September 30, 2022). "Kim Yoo-jung, Ahn Jae-hong and Ryu Seung-ryong to star in upcoming Netflix K-drama". NME. Archived from the original on October 7, 2022. Retrieved October 1, 2022.
- ^ Nam, Ji-eun (October 26, 2023). '극한직업' '무빙' 이번엔 '닭강정'이다...류승룡 치킨 유니버스. The Hankyoreh (in Korean). Archived from the original on November 5, 2023. Retrieved November 5, 2023 – via Naver.
- ^ Kang, Hyo-jin (February 15, 2024). 김유정, 닭강정 됐다...넷플릭스 '닭강정' 3월 15일 공개[공식] [Kim Yoo-jung, chicken gangjeong is done... Netflix's 'Dakgangjeong' to be released on March 15 [Official]] (in Korean). SPOTV News. Archived from the original on February 15, 2024. Retrieved February 15, 2024 – via Naver.
- ^ Kim Nara (September 30, 2022). "'닭강정'으로 변한 '국민 여동생' 김유정...류승룡X안재홍까지, 이병헌 감독 신작 출연 [공식]" [Nation's younger sister' Kim Yoo-jung, who has turned into 'Chicken Gangjeong'... Ryoo Seung-ryong X Ahn Jae-hong to appear in director Lee Byung-hun's new film [Official]] (in Korean). My Daily. Archived from the original on September 30, 2022. Retrieved October 1, 2022 – via Naver.
- ^ Kim Na-Yul (September 30, 2022). "'닭강정' 안재홍, 엉뚱한 인턴사원 役..'멜로가 체질' 감독과 재회[공식]" ['Chicken Gangjeong' Ahn Jae-hong, the wrong intern role ... Reunited with the director of 'Melodrama' [Official]] (in Korean). Herald Pop. Archived from the original on October 2, 2022. Retrieved October 1, 2022 – via Naver.
- ^ Kim Soo-young (September 26, 2022). "[단독] 김유정, 이병헌 감독 만난다...'닭강정' 출연 최종 조율" [[Exclusive] Kim Yoo-jung meets director Lee Byung-hun... Final coordination for 'Chicken Gangjeong' appearance] (in Korean). The Korea Economic Daily. Archived from the original on September 30, 2022. Retrieved October 1, 2022 – via Naver.
- ^ Jo Yeon-kyung (November 8, 2022). "[단독] 월드스타 정호연 '닭강정' 특별출연...'오겜' 이후 첫 韓작품" [[Exclusive] World star Jung Ho-yeon makes a special appearance in 'Chicken Gangjeong'... First Korean work since 'Squid Game'] (in Korean). JTBC. Archived from the original on November 8, 2022. Retrieved November 8, 2022 – via Naver.
- ^ "'닭강정' 된 김유정, 울부짖는 류승룡X안재홍...3월 15일 공개". Naver (in Korean). Archived from the original on February 15, 2024. Retrieved February 15, 2024.
- ^ a b c d e f g h i j k l m n "공개 앞둔 '닭강정', 정호연·이하늬·이주빈 등 신스틸러 출동". JTBC (in Korean). March 14, 2024. Archived from the original on March 15, 2024. Retrieved March 15, 2024.
- ^ Kim Young-jae (November 25, 2022). "류승룡이 떡 먹고 웃음 터뜨린 사연 [리포트:컷]" [The story of Ryu Seung-ryong bursting into laughter after eating rice cake [Report: cut]] (in Korean). TV Report. Archived from the original on November 26, 2022. Retrieved November 26, 2022 – via Naver.
- ^ Kwak Myung-dong (May 4, 2023). "이병헌 감독 "'닭강정' 연말 넷플릭스 공개, 미친 듯이 웃긴다" 기대감↑" [Director Lee Byung-hun "'Dak Gangjeong' released on Netflix at the end of the year, it's insanely funny" anticipation↑] (in Korean). My Daily. Archived from the original on May 4, 2023. Retrieved May 4, 2023.
- ^ "Chicken Nugget". Rotten Tomatoes. Fandango Media. Retrieved June 17, 2024.
- ^ Conran, Pierce (March 15, 2024). "Netflix K-drama Chicken Nugget: Ryu Seung-ryong, Ahn Jae-hong are a scream in surreal and whimsical comedy that may not be to everyone's taste". South China Morning Post. Archived from the original on March 15, 2024. Retrieved March 15, 2024.
- ^ Wilson, Jonathan (March 15, 2024). "Chicken Nugget Season 1 Review – Deranged nonsense obscures some genuinely interesting ideas". Ready Steady Cut. Retrieved June 17, 2024.
- ^ Keller, Joel (March 15, 2024). "Stream It Or Skip It: 'Chicken Nugget' On Netflix, A Koren Comedy Where A Woman Gets Transformed Into A Chicken Nugget (Really!)". Decider. Archived from the original on March 27, 2024. Retrieved June 17, 2024.
- ^ Musnicky, Sarah (March 16, 2024). "REVIEW: 'Chicken Nugget' Is Absolutely Ridiculous, Dumb Fun". But Why Tho?. Archived from the original on June 17, 2024. Retrieved June 17, 2024.
- ^ Herman, Joly (March 27, 2024). "A Killer Paradox TV Review". Common Sense Media. Archived from the original on June 17, 2024. Retrieved June 17, 2024.
- ^ Jang, Min-soo (March 27, 2024). '피지컬100 시즌2', 넷플릭스 글로벌 1위...'눈물의 여왕' '닭강정'도 톱10 ['Physical 100 Season 2' ranks 1st globally on Netflix...'Queen of Tears' and 'Chicken Nugget' also in top 10] (in Korean). MHN Sports. Archived from the original on April 24, 2024. Retrieved June 17, 2024 – via Naver.
- ^ Tamar, Herman (June 27, 2024). "The 10 best K-dramas of 2024 – so far". NME. Retrieved July 4, 2024.
External links
[edit]- Production website at Plus Media Entertainment (in Korean and English)
- Chicken Nugget on Netflix
- Chicken Nugget at IMDb
- Chicken Nugget at HanCinema
- Chicken Nugget at Naver Webtoon (in Korean)
- 2024 South Korean television series debuts
- 2024 South Korean television series endings
- Korean-language television shows
- Netflix original programming
- South Korean comedy television series
- South Korean mystery television series
- South Korean pre-produced television series
- Television series by Studio N (Naver)
- Television shows based on South Korean webtoons