Premiering tonight, SBS's new Friday-Saturday drama 'The Winning Try' (written by Lim Jin-ah, directed by Jang Young-seok) is a comedic sports drama that follows the unpredictable journey of a quirky director, Joo Ga-ram, and the perennial underdogs of Hanyang High School's rugby team as they sprint towards national championship glory. As the sole contender promising to beat the summer heat with a blast of refreshing dopamine, 'The Winning Try' is eagerly anticipated. Here's why you can't miss its premiere.
# A Refreshing Dopamine Rush with a 'One Team' Narrative! Beating the Heat with Laughter
After a dishonorable retirement, rugby idol star Joo Ga-ram (played by Yoon Kye-sang) takes over as the new coach of Hanyang High School's rugby team, sparking a refreshing dopamine rush. The unpredictable, quirky coach and the team, known for finishing last, band together to save their program from being shut down. Their journey towards becoming a unified team and chasing a miraculous victory promises to deliver a refreshing blast of dopamine to beat the summer heat.
# A Riot of Laughter with Yoon Kye-sang's Comic Performance
Making his return to SBS dramas after 18 years, Yoon Kye-sang is set to deliver a no-holds-barred comedic performance. Transforming into the unpredictable, quirky director, Yoon Kye-sang's witty dialogue, comedic expressions, and perfect timing promise to bring to life a character as unpredictable as a rugby ball on the field.
# 'Solid Acting' Armed! Veterans and New Faces Create Explosive Synergy
Yoon Kye-sang as the 'unpredictable quirky director' Joo Ga-ram, Lim Se-mi returning as the 'steel-mentality playing coach' Bae Yi-ji, and Kim Yohan showing the spirit of youth as the 'perennial underdog rugby team captain' Yoon Sung-jun, along with a cast of veteran actors and fresh faces, promise an explosive synergy.
Gil Hae-yeon joins as the rugby team's staunch supporter, Principal Kang Jung-hyo, with Kim Min-sang, Lee Sung-wook, and Jung Soon-won appearing as the trio pushing for the team's disbandment, creating tension against Yoon Kye-sang's character. Additionally, Kim Yi-jun (as Oh Young-gwang), Lee Su-chan (as So Myung-woo), Yoon Jae-chan (as Do Hyung-sik), Hwang Sung-bin (as Kim Joo-yang), Woo Min-kyu (as Pyo Sun-ho), Jo Han-gyeol (as Kang Tae-pung), and Kim Dan (as Moon Woong) will appear as members of the Hanyang High School rugby team, showcasing their teamwork with Yoon Kye-sang. The solid acting and unique character play from the cast are expected to score big laughs.
# Korea's First Rugby-Themed Drama! Anticipating Fresh and Dynamic Fun
'The Winning Try' is Korea's first drama based on rugby, promising fresh laughs and the thrill of dynamic rugby matches that will make your heart race. Especially, the catharsis of overcoming obstacles with all your might and scoring a 'try' beyond the goal line promises an exhilarating and heartwarming experience.
# SBS's 'Guaranteed' Well-Made Sports Drama! Anticipating the Award-Winning 'The Winning Try'
Following the unbeaten myth of sports dramas, SBS continues its legacy with 'The Winning Try'. After the clean healing drama 'Racket Boys' and the baseball phenomenon 'Hot Stove League', SBS now captures the audience with rugby. Notably, 'The Winning Try' has won unanimous acclaim as the best work in the SBS Cultural Foundation's script contest, with writer Lim Jin-ah and director Jang Young-seok, who co-directed 'Taxi Driver 2', joining forces to deliver a thrilling and refreshing sports drama to beat the summer heat.
With 'The Winning Try' all set to score with its delightful and refreshing energy, Yoon Kye-sang is set to charm as the promotional fairy on 'SBS 8 News'. He will introduce 'The Winning Try' and deliver the sports news on 'SBS 8 News' starting at 8 PM tonight.
'The Winning Try' premieres tonight at 9:50 PM.
(SBS Entertainment News | Kang Sun-ae)