An explosion at the National Assembly kills everyone in the cabinet, leaving Park Mu-jin, the Minister of Environment, to become the next president. Park Mu-jin is a scientist-turned-politician who has no ambitions in politics, but as the acting president for 60 days, he is compelled to investigate the truth behind the attack. Based on the popular American series, Designated Survivor.
Cast: Ji Jin-hee, Huh Joon-ho, Lee Jun-hyuk
Season 1
16 episodes
1. The Acting PresidentWhile driving with his family, Park Mu-jin sees that the unthinkable has happened at the National Assembly and soon finds his life turning upside down.15CC1 h 13 minJul 1, 2019
2. Commander-In-ChiefSurrounded by generals and officials clamoring over what must be done, Park Mu-jin decides to pursue a hunch despite opposition from his own advisers.15CC1 h 23 minJul 2, 2019
3. Maintaining Status QuoHan Na-gyeong makes a startling connection after uncovering a clue. As a political rival incites public fear, Park Mu-jin weighs his options.15CC1 h 22 minJul 8, 2019
4. ConfessionA survivor is found at the disaster scene. Cha Yeong-jin’s briefing about approval ratings and presidential election polls makes Park Mu-jin uneasy.15CC1 h 4 minJul 9, 2019
5. A Good PersonPark Mu-jin’s live interview alarms the public and the Blue House staff. Jeong Han-mo questions Na-gyeong’s suspicions about Oh Yeong-seok.15CC1 h 15 minJul 15, 2019
6. CommandAs the staff tries to find ways to allay the public’s growing fear, Park Mu-jin makes an unexpected suggestion. Na-gyeong asks Yun Chan-gyeong for help.15CC1 h 12 minJul 16, 2019
7. GovernanceHan Ju-seung returns to the Blue House, Na-gyeong divulges a troubling detail to Han-mo, and Yun Chan-gyeong threatens Park Mu-jin with impeachment.15CC1 h 13 minJul 22, 2019
8. DoubtYeong-jin thinks he’s found his candidate. Na-gyeong uncovers footage implicating Yeong-seok and urges Han-mo to brief Park Mu-jin before it’s too late.15CC1 h 6 minJul 23, 2019
9. ScandalThe staff tries to control rumors brewing around Park Mu-jin, but he remains reticent. Ji Yun-bae tells Han-mo that he’s the only one who can save him.15CC1 h 16 minJul 29, 2019
10. AccomplicePark Mu-jin receives distressing information from an unforeseen source -- and is told not to trust anyone. Cha Yeong-jin still doesn’t have his answer.15CC1 h 16 minJul 30, 2019
11. The Acting President, Oh Yeong-seokKang Dae-han interrogates Na-gyeong, who insists on briefing Park Mu-jin in person. The staff doesn’t know what to make of Yeong-seok’s actions.15CC1 h 4 minAug 5, 2019
12. AnswerYeong-seok’s opportunistic maneuvering doesn’t go unnoticed. Choe Gang-yeon fears that Park Mu-jin has made his choice. Na-gyeong probes Yeong-jin.15CC1 h 15 minAug 6, 2019
13. Presidential CandidateYeong-seok has cutting words for Park Mu-jin. Despite Ju-seung’s counsel, Yeong-jin starts preparing his candidate. Na-gyeong tries to assure Han-mo.15CC1 h 12 minAug 12, 2019
14. The OutcomeAs his advisers wonder whether Park Mu-jin is making decisions as an acting president or as a candidate, Yeong-seok informs him about his intentions.15CC1 h 16 minAug 13, 2019
15. The TrapPark Mu-jin tries dealing with a military threat by taking a gamble on Lee Gwan-muk. Yeong-jin receives photos putting a candidate in a delicate spot.15CC1 h 14 minAug 19, 2019
16. The Last ChoiceWith limited time left as acting president, Park Mu-jin and his staff scramble to solve the case -- but the mysterious tailor remains an enigma.15CC1 h 26 minAug 20, 2019
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Designated Survivor: 60 Days
An explosion at the National Assembly kills everyone in the cabinet, leaving Park Mu-jin, the Minister of Environment, to become the next president. Park Mu-jin is a scientist-turned-politician who has no ambitions in politics, but as the acting president for 60 days, he is compelled to investigate the truth behind the attack. Based on the popular American series, Designated Survivor.
Creators and cast
- Directors
- Yoo Jong-sun
- Created by
- Tae-heui Kim
- Studio
- Studio Dragon, DK E&M
