After focusing on films for the last few years, So Ji-sub (My Secret Terrius) is coming back to dramaland in MBC’s new suspense drama Dr. Lawyer.
Taking on the lead role of Han Yi-han, So Ji-sub’s character is a former surgeon who was well known for his skills and intellect. With a great sense of humor and compassionate personality to boot, people often joked that he was too perfect to be human. But one day, everything went downhill.
When a patient suddenly died after a successful surgery, So Ji-sub was framed for the death in a malpractice suit, and he lost his license. Starting his life over, he becomes a lawyer who specializes in medical lawsuits, and is determined to re-open his case and uncover the truth of what really happened.
In a twist of bitter fate, the deceased patient’s only family member is a prosecutor who now heads the department that handles medical crimes. But the prosecutor ultimately teams up with So Ji-sub, and the two make it their mission to help innocent victims and take down the corrupt individuals who believe that money and power can be used to decide who lives and who dies.
Writing for the drama is Jang Hong-chul (Class of Lies) and PD Lee Yong-seok (Haechi, Village: Secret of Achiara) takes the reins as director.
MBC’s Dr. Lawyer is currently working to finalize the rest of the cast and is planned to be 16 episodes with a projected airdate of early 2024.