Nine Puzzles (2025)

Ten years ago, she was the sole witness to an unsolved case—now, she’s a profiler. *Nine Puzzle*, a mystery thriller about profiler “Ina” (played by Kim Da-mi) and detective “Han Saem” (played by Son Sukku), who still suspects her as the prime suspect, premieres globally today (21st). Together, they delve into the secrets of a newly restarted string of serial murders triggered by a mysterious puzzle piece.

The newly released stills raise anticipation by capturing the suspenseful developments surrounding the reopened case. Ten years ago, high school student Ina discovered the murder scene of her uncle, Police Commissioner Yoon Dong-hoon (Ji Jin-hee). The trauma caused her to lose memory of that moment, while Detective Han Saem, in charge of the investigation, viewed her as a prime suspect. A shot of Ina lying inside the crime scene boundary line adds a unique atmosphere, while Han Saem’s sharp gaze as he watches her heading to the police station for questioning hints at the complex relationship between the two—wavering between suspicion and cooperation even a decade later.

Now a professional profiler, Ina is shown intensely focused, seemingly reconstructing the case in her mind, drawing attention to her distinctive profiling style.

Meanwhile, Ina receives a puzzle piece identical in design to one found at the scene of her uncle’s murder. Soon after, she becomes the first to discover what appears to be a new murder linked to the case from ten years ago. This prompts Han Saem to question, “Why were you there again? Just like ten years ago, why were you at that place at that time?”—revealing his deepening suspicion toward her.

To make matters more complicated, Ina joins Han Saem’s Violent Crimes Unit 2. The two, once suspect and detective, now reunite as profiler and detective. Their tense partnership, oscillating between doubt and trust, promises an electrifying dynamic as the story unfolds.

Joining the cast are Yang Jung-ho (played by Kim Sung-kyun), the dedicated and mission-driven head of the Violent Crimes Unit 2 at Hangang Police Station, and Choi San (played by Hyun Bong-sik), the youngest member of the team, brimming with MZ-generation energy. Their unique, well-defined characters brought to life with solid performances are expected to add another layer of enjoyment for viewers.

Directed by Yoon Jong-bin, *Nine Puzzle* is a well-crafted masterpiece that intricately follows the journey to uncover the truth behind a new series of murders triggered by the return of the puzzle after a decade. The drama promises to captivate global audiences with its fresh take on the mystery thriller genre.

With Yoon Jong-bin’s stylish and sophisticated direction, the intriguing and magnetic chemistry between Kim Da-mi and Son Sukku, and a gripping, suspenseful narrative that offers deep immersion, Disney+’s original series *Nine Puzzle* is highly anticipated.