Adamas
A tvN Original
Adamas follows two brothers who were children when their father was murdered, an event that fractured their family. Fast forward twenty two years and they team up with a single goal to clear their father’s name and uncover the truth behind the crime. The story shifts between past and present as... Read more
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About Adamas
Adamas follows two brothers who were children when their father was murdered, an event that fractured their family. Fast forward twenty two years and they team up with a single goal to clear their father’s name and uncover the truth behind the crime. The story shifts between past and present as they chase fresh clues, confront long buried secrets, and question everything they believed about their dad and themselves. With each discovery the circle of suspects tightens and loyalties are tested. As the pressure mounts, the brothers must decide how far they are willing to go for truth, and what they might lose in the process. The tension escalates as new leads surface.
Directed by Park Seung-woo and written by Choi Tae-gang, Adamas presents an original story brought to life by a strong cast led by Ji Sung in dual roles, with Seo Ji-hye and Lee Soo-kyung. The production leans into moody lighting, brisk pacing, and crisp editing that keep clues moving as the mystery deepens.
Awards: The available data does not list major nominations or wins for Adamas. The series drew attention for its performances and intricate plotting, but no prominent awards are recorded in the provided information. Still, fans and critics have noted Ji Sung's dual performance as a standout element.
Cultural Impact: The show sparked conversations about memory and truth, and fans talk about how a family mystery can reveal as much about character as about crime. Ji Sung's ability to portray two versions of a man resonated with viewers online, fueling comparisons with other split identity dramas.
Reception and Themes: Critics and viewers noted the tight pacing and solid acting, especially in the central performances. The drama probes ideas of loyalty, guilt, and how the past distorts perception of justice while testing trust within family ties. The mixture of family drama with puzzle-like clues keeps the audience guessing.
Details
- Release Date
- July 27, 2022
- Episode Length
- 1h 15m
- User Ratings
- 48 votes
- Type
- TV Series
- Seasons
- 1
- Episodes
- 16
- Network
- tvN
- Status
- Ended
- Genres
- Mystery, Drama
- Country
- South Korea
- Studio
- Studio Dragon +1 more
- External Links
- View on IMDB
Cast
Ji Sung
Ha Woo-shin / Song Soo-hyun
Seo Ji-hye
Eun Hye-soo
Lee Soo-kyung
Kim Seo-hee
Heo Sung-tae
Choi Tae-sung
Oh Dae-hwan
Team A Leader Lee
Lee Kyung-young
Chairman Kwon
Hwang Jeong-min
Butler Kwon
Choi Deok-moon
Kang Hyuk-pil
Seo Hyun-woo
Kwon Hyun-jo
Park Hae-eun
Yoon Sun
Director: Park Seung-woo
Created by: Choi Tae-gang
Seasons (1 season, 16 episodes)
Season 1
16 episodes - 2022