Park Eun-bin and Cha Eun-woo headline the quirky cast of Netflix’s action-comedy The WONDERfools, a series set in Haeseong City during the final months of 1999, when global apocalyptic anxieties peak and ordinary locals suddenly gain bizarre superpowers. The drama follows these neighborhood underdogs as they clash with dangerous villains determined to upend the town’s peace in a wild mix of explosive action and sharp comedy.
The newly released stills spotlight Eun Chae-ni (Park Eun-bin), Son Gyeong-hun (Choi Dae-hoon), and Kang Ro-bin (Im Seong-jae), all of whom unexpectedly awaken strange abilities, along with Lee Un-jeong (Cha Eun-woo), who gets reluctantly pulled into their chaotic orbit. These images vividly illustrate how the group’s sudden powers turn everyday life upside down as they confront threats in a time of widespread uncertainty, promising a fresh and entertaining spin on the superhero genre.
One captivating still focuses on Park Eun-bin’s Eun Chae-ni, who displays a totally bewildered expression as her erratic teleportation power activates without warning. As the granddaughter of the owners of Haeseong City’s well-known Keunson Restaurant, Eun Chae-ni has long been known as the town’s hot mess after a childhood heart condition forced her to abandon many aspirations, building her resilient yet impulsive character. The photo perfectly conveys her headstrong spirit and foreshadows the hilarious mishaps and surprising advantages her unreliable ability will bring while defending her hometown.
Cha Eun-woo’s Lee Un-jeong appears in dual contrasting stills that highlight his mysterious depth. One shows him impeccably dressed in a suit and glasses as the specially hired civil servant managing complaints at Haeseong City Hall, projecting calm professionalism. Another captures him pulling his hat low over his eyes while subtly activating his telekinesis power, revealing the hidden psychic struggling to maintain a quiet life despite his enigmatic past. These visuals build intrigue around how Lee Un-jeong’s abilities will pull him deeper into the misfits’ fight for peace against dangerous forces.
Choi Dae-hoon’s Son Gyeong-hun, notorious as Haeseong City’s biggest nuisance for bombarding city hall with endless noisy complaints, looks utterly puzzled in his still. The image freezes him staring in confusion at pot lids firmly stuck to both hands thanks to his newly emerged “stickiness” power. What initially seems like a comically impractical ability raises curiosity about its potential usefulness—or hilarious failures—when the group confronts villains intent on destroying their community’s harmony.
Im Seong-jae’s Kang Ro-bin, labeled the ultimate pushover of Haeseong City due to his timid and soft-hearted nature, delivers one of the most visually striking moments. In the still, he effortlessly hoists an entire police car high overhead with zero strain, showcasing his superhuman strength in a scene that sharply contrasts his gentle personality. This powerful visual emphasizes how these underdog characters will transform their personal quirks and sudden powers into unexpected strengths during the city’s time of crisis.
As 1999’s end-of-the-world anxieties loom, the four mismatched protagonists must navigate their erratic abilities while forging unlikely alliances. The series masterfully mixes intense action sequences with heartfelt comedy, delving into themes of friendship, personal growth, and discovering hidden potential in ordinary people. With its nostalgic late-90s setting, vibrant ensemble performances, and fresh superhero twist, The WONDERfools stands out as a highly anticipated blend of thrills, laughs, and emotional depth that promises to captivate global audiences.
Watch the latest trailer for The WONDERfools below:
The WONDERfools is scheduled to premiere globally on Netflix on May 15.
Sources: Naver and Netflix.
