Imagine a part-time job that pays 50 times the normal hourly wage. Sounds perfect, right? In Dead-End Job, that offer turns into a nightmare. Netflix has set a Halloween-ready release date and dropped the first teaser.
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Dead-End Job Release Date: Just in Time for Halloween
The series was earlier eyed for October 9, but that slot went to Take Charge of My Heart. Netflix has now confirmed October 30, 2026. The show was previously titled Perfect Job.
Dead-End Job : Overview
| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| Genre | Fantasy comedy-horror |
| Release date | October 30, 2026 (Netflix) |
| Episodes | 8 |
| Directors | Kim Da Min, Han Jun Hee |
| Lead cast | Lee Jae Wook, Go Min Si, Kim Min Ha, Lee Hee Joon |
| Production | Filmed April to November 2025 |
What’s the Story?
Hyuk-jun takes a part-time job through a mysterious agency called Spyder Human Resource Center, and the pay looks too good to be true. It is. Strange and terrifying events soon turn the gig into a living nightmare.
Meet the Cast
- Lee Jae Wook plays Byeon Hyeok Jun. Fans know him from Alchemy of Souls and Extraordinary You, and he also leads the upcoming Dear Hongrang.
- Go Min Si plays Yeon Ju, an investigator set on exposing the truth behind the agency’s disturbing events.
- Kim Min Ha plays Byeon Ji Yun, Hyuk-jun’s feisty younger sister, who believes poverty is scarier than ghosts.
- Lee Hee Joon plays Kang Jun, the boss of the agency, known as Mr. S.
Supporting cast announcements are expected soon.
Why It’s Worth Your Watchlist?
A relatable money-worries hook, a spooky mystery and a mix of scares and laughs make this a strong pick for the season. Lee Jae Wook has proven his star power, and you can read more about the actor on his Wikipedia page.
Want more Korean drama news? Explore our entertainment coverage on Technosports and the latest trending updates to plan your October binge.
FAQs
Q1. When does Dead-End Job release on Netflix?
It premieres on October 30, 2026. The series has 8 episodes.
Q2. Who stars in Dead-End Job?
Lee Jae Wook leads, alongside Go Min Si, Kim Min Ha and Lee Hee Joon.
