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Season 1 – The Trunk

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A secret marriage service is uncovered when a trunk washes up on the shore, revealing the strange marriage between a couple in the thick of it all.
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The Trunk — Season 1

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Emma Vine Loud and Clear Reviews Mar 2
4.5/5
With a character-driven story rich in mystery and depth, The Trunk is a must-see K-drama about the intricacies of romantic relationships. Go to Full Review
Helen Hawkins The Arts Desk May 8
4/5
There are no easy options here, no automatic romantic developments once Han and Noh recognise they have feelings for each other. Everything is hard won, and all the more satisfying for it. Go to Full Review
Jae-Ha Kim Teen Vogue 12/19/2024
3/4
Adding a twist to the contract marriage trope, The Trunk tackles the plot device from a film noir perspective. While the titular trunk is seldom seen, it works well as an allegory in this quiet thriller. Go to Full Review
Joel Keller Decider 12/06/2024
While we’re intrigued by the premise of a show about a “temporary marriage,” The Trunk moves so slow that we think we’ll fall asleep before any of its big questions are answered. Go to Full Review
Pierce Conran South China Morning Post 12/03/2024
3/5
Replete with visual symbols and awash in pent-up emotions, The Trunk is a decidedly atmospheric production. However... ...the show ultimately comes up short when it is forced to reveal its full hand. Go to Full Review
Sarah Musnicky But Why Tho? A Geek Community 11/30/2024
8.5/10
The Trunk never lets go, taking viewers on a journey that proves addicting and messy. Go to Full Review
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J B @Jenbird 3d Absolutely Riveting. The only downside is that it’s only 8 episodes - wasn’t ready for it to end! Note for non-Korean speakers: ditch the dubbed voiceovers and stick with subtitles. The voice tones are a huge part of the storytelling. The actors are amazing, as usual. Loved it. See more A M @RT46809405 01/25/2025 Slow burn psychological mystery with my two absolute favorite Korean actors as the leads. See more Waniya S @RT99557891 01/13/2025 Good vibes and plot but didn't like the ending See more Carlos T @RT67858720 01/09/2025 K-Dorama: THE TRUNK Assistido: 08-01-25 Elenco: @gongyoo_official @seohyunjin27 @kateyhjung @umjeewon @hongwoojin_ Modelo: #drama #suspense Duração: 8 Episódios Ano: 2024 Minha opinião: Comecei assisti pela curiosidade da proposta, de se casar por contrato por 1 ano. Achei diferente. Mas este dorama é sombrio, não nada haver com romance que vemos em tantos doramas e se apaixonamos. Aqui é totalmente sóbrio os relacionamentos, tanto quanto seus passados. Han que um milionário, que tem de tudo, mas tem seus traumas em relação seu pai, ex-esposa Seo (Jung) extremamente possessiva e controladora, além de manter Han a efeito de remédios. E ela também que sempre culpou Han pela perca de seu bebe, mas na verdade que ela que sacrificou, se jogando na frente de um carro. E isso levando ainda mais para um abismo emocional. Depois de separados e Han ficando atrás de Lee como um cachorrinho, ela propõem que se ele se casar e aguentar este casamento por 1 ano com uma desconhecida de uma empresa ela Lee voltaria pra Han, e ele aceita. Tanto a dependência dele por ela, e ela usa isso para seus interesses. Han se casa com Noh por contrato de 1 ano. Mas os 2 começam a sentir algo diferente um pelo outro e isso acaba atrapalhando os planos de Lee. E Noh percebe tudo que Lee esta fazendo para prejudicar Han, assim ela se torna uma protetora de Han e ele percebe isso e com isso seu amor vai aflorando. E além dos traumas passados terem que ser resolvido temos um assassino que vem para atazanar a vida deles. O dorama começa com um corpo encontrado no lago. E tendo que resolver o caso. O dorama passa momento do passado e e sobre o assassinato. E descobrir que no final quem o assassinou. Mesmo se separando no final se reencontram e vivem felizes para sempre. Roteiro e enredo meio confuso, mas se não se perder, da para seguir a estória, eu daria um outro tempero a estoria. O acerto foi o numero de episodio, que até poderia ser uns 6. Vale apena assistir? Se não tiver outra opção. Nota: 5 See more Mariam Z @RT72946274 12/18/2024 I enjoyed the slow unravel of the mystery. I had mixed feeling about the ending - but I think I like it. Both people needed time to heal and I like that! Just not sure why the show was called ‘the trunk’ - that whole story line was weak and could have done without it See more Faith H @RT26341130 12/08/2024 A very interesting series. A bit of romance and mystery. I just didn’t like the ending, not that it was really bad, it made sense but it could’ve been better. See more Read all reviews
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Episodes

Episode 1 Aired Nov 29, 2024 Noh In-ji receives her next field wife assignment; Han Jeong-won struggles with his separation from ex-wife Lee Seo-yeon and an impending second marriage. Details Episode 2 Aired Nov 29, 2024 Five years ago, after her fiancé vanishes, In-ji has a fateful meeting; in the present, she learns more about her new husband and his ex-wife. Details Episode 3 Aired Nov 29, 2024 Jeong-won slowly warms up to his new wife; sensing a change, Lee Seo-yeon tries to make her ex crack; someone from In-ji's past resurfaces. Details Episode 4 Aired Nov 29, 2024 As In-ji creates a homey life and instills peace around Jeong-won, he grapples with his growing desire for her; Seo-yeon can't handle losing control. Details Episode 5 Aired Nov 29, 2024 Jeong-won learns about Eom Tae-seong and offers help, but In-ji rebuffs him; Seo-yeon gets a grim warning; the wife and ex-wife clash at a funeral. Details Episode 6 Aired Nov 29, 2024 Seo-yeon demands an end to their tangled relationship, and In-ji boldly confronts her; a mysterious figure lurks near Seo Do-ha's apartment. Details Episode 7 Aired Nov 29, 2024 Shocked by the bloody corridor, In-ji steps into Do-ha's apartment with trepidation. Details Episode 8 Aired Nov 29, 2024 After learning of Seo-yeon's betrayal, Jeong-won cuts their toxic ties; In-ji decides to end everything and invites Tae-seong for a decisive moment. Details
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Season Info

Director
Kim Gyu-tae
Screenwriter
Eun-yeong Park
Network
Netflix
Genre
Romance, Mystery & Thriller
Original Language
Korean
Release Date
Nov 29, 2024
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