Netflix drops ‘The Wonderfools’ trailer showing heroes in trouble

The Wonderfools are heading to Netflix on May 15, but they aren't quite the heroes the world might expect.

Netflix has unveiled a teaser for its comic book superhero series from Korea, reuniting director Yoo In-sik with actor Park Eun-bin, who previously played the main role as a neurodivergent lawyer.

It's fair to say her role here is a departure, with Park starring alongside Cha Eun-woo, Choi Dae-hoon, Im Seong-jae, Kim Hae-sook, and Son Hyun-joo in a 1999 tale about an assortment of quirky, everyday individuals who suddenly receive superpowers, yet they might not be the best at handling the responsibilities.

Park takes on the role of the endearing yet chaotic Eun Chae-ni, known as Haeseong City’s “biggest disaster,” who becomes wrapped up in the series' unpredictable developments as she obtains the ability to teleport, swiftly moving from one place to another.

Accompanying her are Un-jeong (Cha), who possesses a concealed power of telekinesis; Gyeong-hun (Choi), a “totally impractical sticky guy” whose body sticks to everything; and Ro-bin (Im), who surprisingly develops destructive abilities, causing mayhem wherever he goes.

The teaser shows Park and her friends engaging in a roadside word game while peeling onions, with scenes cutting to moments when they first discovered their superpowers.

There are flying cars restrained by telekinesis and Park teleporting, as the group awkwardly embraces their new 'hero' roles and tries to confront the villains threatening Haeseong City’s tranquility.

“Nervous, aren’t we?” remarks one of the group. “Could it be because we discovered your superpowers?”

Nangmancrew, Kakao Entertainment, and Fantagio are producing the series for Netflix, aligning with the streaming service's ongoing investment in original Korean shows and movies.

Earlier, it was reported by the Motion Picture Association that the Korean entertainment industry contributed $17.1 billion to GDP last year.