- Status: Returning Series
- Genre: Crime, Mystery, Drama
- Release: 2025
- Description: The twisted familial bond at the heart of Byun Young-joo’s “Queen Mantis” isn’t just a plot device; it’s the pulsating engine driving this gripping 2025 thriller. Ko Hyun-jung delivers a masterclass as the chillingly enigmatic Mantis, a role that demands both terrifying presence and unexpected vulnerability. Jang Dong-yoon, as her conflicted son Cha Su-yeol, expertly navigates a complex moral landscape, forced to confront his deepest prejudices. The supporting cast, including Cho Seong-ha, Lee El, and Kim Bo-ra, adds layers of intrigue to this darkly captivating world. "Queen Mantis" isn't just a cat-and-mouse game between a detective and a copycat killer; it's a deeply unsettling exploration of nature versus nurture, legacy, and the enduring power of maternal influence, even when that influence is steeped in darkness. Prepare to be both horrified and utterly captivated.