The Manipulated (2025)
The Manipulated is streaming in South Korea on Disney Plus.
The verdict
The Manipulated stood out as one of the better-rated Korean series of its release window. It holds an 8.4/10 on TMDB from 149 ratings, well above the typical run of new releases. Episodes run about 50 minutes. In South Korea you can stream it on Disney Plus.
Is it worth starting?
This is a first season — Korean crime with drama threaded through. Under the two-hour mark — an easy weeknight watch.
- Why
- Currently 8.4/10 from 149 ratings, which is a good sign this early.
- Skip if
- you want resolution faster than the genre gives it
- Best for
- A slow burn across the week
Story
Taejoong's life is torn apart when he's framed for a heinous crime and imprisoned. Discovering it was all orchestrated by someone on the outside, he embarks on a rage-fueled quest for revenge.
Good to know
| Runtime | ~50 min per episode |
| Watch with family? | 19 · Adults only |
| Genre | Crime / Drama |
| Language | Korean |
| Best screen | Stream at home |
Director
Oh Sang-ho
Cast
Where to watch in South Korea
Included with a subscription — no extra charge on these platforms.
Availability as of 23 Sept 2026 — platforms may change over time.
Trailer
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