Field Mouse: Netflix's next Korean thriller turns identity theft into a nightmare
Field Mouse Netflix thriller (Image via C- Jes studio/ tvN)
Netflix is gearing up to captivate global audiences once again with Field Mouse, an upcoming live-action thriller adapted from a popular South Korean webtoon. Set to premiere in the latter half of 2026, this psychological drama explores themes of identity theft, paranoia, and survival, wrapped in a narrative that blends gritty realism with eerie folklore.
(According to Netflix)
Starring
Ryu Jun-yeol
and Sul Kyung-gu, this gripping live-action series blends psychological suspense with dark folklore in a chilling fight for existence
At the heart of the story is Moon Jae, a solitary novelist who suddenly finds his life stolen his name, his money, and his reputation vanish overnight. With the world no longer recognizing who he is, Moon Jae is thrust into a desperate fight to reclaim his identity. He relies only on No Ja, who used to pressure people into giving back huge debts and now works as a private investigator. Together, the two unlikely partners delve into a shadowy underworld, unraveling a sinister plot that raises disturbing questions about how easily identity can be erased.
What sets Field Mouse apart from typical thrillers is its psychological intensity, enhanced by the eerie inspiration it draws from a Korean folktale about a rat that becomes human by consuming human fingernails. This folkloric undertone injects a surreal element into an otherwise modern story, creating a unique tension between the real and the uncanny. The adaptation doesn't just rely on jump scares or traditional suspense tropes, it taps into deep-rooted fears of being unseen, unheard, and utterly erased.
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The drama is directed by Kim Hong-sun, famous for dramas with high stakes and its narrative is written by Lee Jae-gon, making promises of story depth and gripping accounts. The movie's main cast, led by Ryu Jun-yeol and Sul Kyung-gu, give the film both feeling and impressive realism. In April 2025, the project started shooting thanks to CJES Studio and Kakao Entertainment and should be concluded by November.
Even though Netflix has had hits such as Sweet Home and Hellbound, Field Mouse explores a much grittier and reflective topic. Simply staying alive isn't enough; it's about proving you exist once people have forgotten about you.
With its compelling premise, strong creative team, and psychological edge, Field Mouse could become one of Netflix's most talked-about K-thrillers. It speaks to our age of digital footprints and vanishing privacy, making its release all the more timely and chilling.
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