A Killer Paradox (2024) – Morality, Murder & Moral Gray Zones
Released: February 9, 2024
Episodes: 8
Genre: Crime Thriller, Dark Comedy, Psychological
Main Cast: Choi Woo‑shik, Son Suk‑ku, Lee Hee‑joon
Director: Lee Chang‑hee
Based on: Webtoon by Kkomabi
🔍 A Double Life with a Moral Twist
Lee Tang (Choi Woo‑shik) is a college student who accidentally kills a criminal... but discovers the victim was a serial killer. He then gains an unsettling gift: the ability to identify evil and act on it. Opposing him is Detective Jang Nan‑gam (Son Suk‑ku), determined to stop the killings.
🎭 Aesthetic, Ambitious, and Morally Uncomfortable
The series balances dark comedy and horror with philosophical questions about justice. Director Lee Chang‑hee emphasizes realistic performances and layered visuals, particularly through Tang’s conflicted morality.
⚖️ Viewer Reactions: Divided Opinion
- Some viewers enjoyed: “a compelling blend… morally ambiguous characters” lasting through to the final episodes.
- Others criticized: a slowed-down second half and uneven pacing after episode 3.
🌍 Global Trend and Awards
The show rose to Netflix’s top 5 globally and earned recognition at the Asia Contents Awards in 2024, affirming its cross-cultural appeal.
✅ Final Verdict
Rating: ★★★★☆ (4/5)
Perfect for viewers who enjoy morally complex vigilante stories and stylish crime thrillers—even if slower in the back half.
👀 Recommended If You Like:
- Vigilante justice dramas with ethical complexity
- Series like The Glory, A Shop for Killers, Parasyte: The Grey
- Intense, unconventional thrillers based on webtoons