Lee Jun Ki & Moon Chae Won's ”Flower of Evil” reborn as a play in Japan

The TV series "Flower of Evil" produced by Studio Dragon will be adapted into a play in Japan. On the 12th, the "K-TV Series Festival 2024" was held at Makuhari Messe in Chiba Prefecture.
The news of the play "Flower of Evil" was announced on "with Studio Dragon". The play "Flower of Evil", which will be made up of Japanese actors, is scheduled to premiere in 2026.
The TV series "Flower of Evil" starring Lee Jun-ki was first broadcast on tvN in Korea in 2020, and has since been released worldwide on Netflix and Amazon Prime Video, and has been available in 27 countries.
In Japan, it has been in the top 10 of Netflix series for nine consecutive weeks, and has been very popular. The play "Flower of Evil" is produced by Studio Dragon of Korea.
The deal is part of a memorandum of understanding (MOU) between Avex Pictures Japan and Avex, one of Japan's leading entertainment companies.
The group company specializes in the planning and production of animation and live-action video content, as well as performances. "Vincenzo" was unveiled as the first result after the business agreement between the two companies last year.
The musical "Flower of Evil" has received a good response in Japan. It was produced by Avex Film Labels, the live-action film label of Avex Pictures, which is planning the play "Flower of Evil."
"The hit TV series 'Flower of Evil' will be adapted into a play in Japan in 2026, with the cooperation of Studio Dragon and other related parties. The reason why this TV series has captivated so many people is
"I think it's because the story is entertaining with mystery and suspense, and at its core it has deep love and humanity," he said, explaining the reason for choosing the series.
He continued, "By telling this story anew in the form of a play, I would like to create a work that can move the audience's hearts more emotionally.
"We are working hard to make it enjoyable for not only our fans but also theater fans. We ask for your continued support," said Studio Dragon's content business team head.
"This is a good example of the unlimited potential of TV SeriesIP that has proven popular locally," he said, adding, "Recently, Studio Dragon has been working on musical adaptations of 'Crash Landing on You' and 'Vincenzo,' as well as '
"We are expanding our TV SeriesIP in various ways, such as by adapting 'Flower of Evil' into a play, and are seeing success in the global market. We are also in discussions to revive 'Vincenzo' as a musical."
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