Stranger

TV-MA2017•8.3/10

CrimeDramaMystery

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8.3/10(212)

Hwang Shi Mok underwent brain surgery as a child to curb his violent temper, which left him devoid of emotions. Hwang becomes a prosecutor known for his piercing intelligence and logic, but he is ostracized because he lacks empathy and social skills. He is also one of only a handful of upright prosecutors who have refused to take bribes. One day, he encounters a stabbing victim while investigating corruption. He meets Lieutenant Han Yeo Jin at the crime scene. They join forces to root out corruption at the prosecutors’ office and solve a serial murder case.

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Production

Studio Dragon, IOK Company, Signal Entertainment Group, Ace Factory, CJ ENM

Language

Status

Ended

First Aired

June 10, 2017

Last Aired

October 4, 2020

Networks

tvN

Created By

Lee Su-yeon, An Gil-ho, Yu Je-won

Where to Watch

Region US · Lang EN

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Seasons & Episodes

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Season

I Am Innocent

Air date: 2017-06-10

As a teen, prosecutor Hwang Si-mok received surgical treatment for his abnormally developed brain, but the procedure left behind serious side effects.

Just Turn On The Lights

Air date: 2017-06-11

The convict's strong plea for his innocence prompts Si-mok to review the CCTV clip. At the Yongsan police station, he runs into officer Han Yeo-jin.

A New Possible Suspect

Air date: 2017-06-17

Si-mok volunteers to appear on live national TV to discuss Kang Jin-seob. He also makes a bold promise to find the culprit within two months.

Kwon Min Ah

Air date: 2017-06-18

Rumors quickly spread about Si-mok's violent nature. Regardless, he persists in his investigation. He finds his mentee, Young Eun-su, suspicious.

The Second Huam-dong Case

Air date: 2017-06-24

Si-mok, puzzled by the details of the most recent murder case, visits the victim's home to seek more clues. Yeo-jin joins him in the investigation.

The Ringtone

Air date: 2017-06-25

New pieces of evidence only increase the list of possible suspects. In the midst of the confusion, a few begin to question Si-mok's innocence.

Ga Young's Phone

Air date: 2017-07-01

Si-mok and Yeo-jin team up to covertly pursue Seo Dong-jae. Just as Dong-jae is about to throw something into the Han River, Yeo-jin stops him.

Western Seoul Prosecutors' Office

Air date: 2017-07-02

Enraged by what the police did to Park Kyung-wan, Yeo-jin tries to confront her superior but is stopped by Si-mok, who warns her of the consequences.

Special Investigation

Air date: 2017-07-08

Si-mok selects key lawyers and police officers to be part of the special investigations team. Their probe begins with Dong-jae as the starting point.

E10

Revelation

Air date: 2017-07-09

Fearing for Ga-young's safety, Yeo-jin proceeds to transfer her to a different hospital. A nurse informs Yeo-jin of something strange that happened.

E11

Cold and Damp

Air date: 2017-07-15

The truth behind Ga-young's convulsions is revealed. Chang-jun's wife receives a travel ban. Woo-gyun asks Chang-jun to help him get out of his mess.

E12

Disbandment

Air date: 2017-07-16

Si-mok and Yeo-jin discover perplexing leads while searching Kyung-wan's basement. Dong-jae goes back to Chang-jun's office to fetch his cell phone.

E13

0 and 7

Air date: 2017-07-22

Returning home from the rooftop party, Si-mok discovers that an intruder has left something in his bedroom. Yeo-jin and Geon come over right away.

E14

Another Body

Air date: 2017-07-23

Yeo-jin suspects a new killer is involved in the latest murder incident. Meanwhile, Si-mok collapses after leaving the autopsy.

E15

Accomplice

Air date: 2017-07-29

Yeo-jin collects evidence as Si-mok interrogates the suspect. Many questions get answered, but the most important problem of all remains to be solved.