12.12: The Day

Overview

Following the assassination of President Park, martial law grips the nation as Defense Security Commander Chun Doo-gwang leads a coup with a faction of officers. Capital Defense Commander Lee Tae-shin, a steadfast soldier opposed to military intervention in politics, stands against Chun's ambitions. As tensions escalate and military leaders hesitate, the absence of the Defense Minister complicates matters further. Amid the turmoil, hopes for a brighter spring in Seoul take an unforeseen turn, setting the stage for a dramatic showdown between loyalty and power.