Big Bet (TV series)
2022 South Korean television series
Big Bet (Korean: 카지노) is a 2022 South Korean television series directed by Kang Yun-seong, starring Choi Min-sik, Son Suk-ku, and Lee Dong-hwi. The series revolves around a legendary figure in the Philippines' casino world. The first season premiered on December 21, 2022, and aired every Wednesday at 14:00 (KST) on Disney+ in selected territories and on Hulu in the United States. The second season premiered on February 15, 2023, and aired every Wednesday at 14:00 (KST).
Synopsis
Big Bet tells the story of a man who rises to the top as a casino kingpin in the Philippines but experiences unfortunate events. After being charged for a murder that he did not commit, he faces the ultimate bet with his life on the line to get back in the game.
Cast
Main
Choi Min-sik as Cha Mu-sik
Lee Kyu-hyung as young Cha Mu-sik
Song Min-jae as child Cha Mu-sik
A casino mogul whose world turns upside down when he becomes involved in a murder case, leading him back into the gambling scene.
Son Suk-ku as Oh Seung-hoon
A cop who is dispatched to the Philippines to handle international criminal cases. He chases Cha Mu-sik to solve the murder case.
Lee Dong-hwi as Yang Jeong-pal
Mu-sik's handler.
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