The Uncanny Counter (Korean: 경이로운 소문) has cemented itself as a cornerstone of modern supernatural K-dramas since its debut. This high-octane series, based on the popular Kakao webtoon Amazing Rumor by Jang Yi, blends visceral action with heart-wrenching emotional beats.
A group of people are called "Counter." Their purpose is to hunt down evil spirits and they each have their own special abilities.
The story follows So Mun (played by Jo Byeong-kyu), a disabled high school student whose life changes forever when he is chosen to be a "Counter"—a paranormal hunter gifted with superhuman strength and agility. By day, the group works at a unassuming noodle shop; by night, they track down malevolent spirits that escape from the afterlife to inhabit humans and commit atrocities. the uncanny counter 2020 korean seasons 1 and 2021
Season 2 introduces even deadlier threats: spirits who have evolved to absorb the powers of the Counters they kill. The team also expands, welcoming Na Jeok-bong (Yoo In-soo), a clumsy but earnest recruit whose unique sense of smell becomes vital for tracking elusive demons. Why It’s Worth the Watch The Uncanny Counter (TV Series 2020–2023) - IMDb
The "sugar daddy" and treasurer who funds their operations. Season 2: Counter Punch (2023) The story follows So Mun (played by Jo
A stoic warrior who can sense spirits from miles away and read memories through touch.
A former detective with amnesia and immense physical strength. The team also expands, welcoming Na Jeok-bong (Yoo
The group’s emotional pillar with powerful healing abilities.
