Fifties Professionals, also known as Fifty Percent or Osippeuro, is an upcoming South Korean action-comedy drama that blends thriller, mystery, and humor into a fast-paced 12-episode story.
Written by Jang Won-seob and directed by Han Dong-hwa, the series stars Shin Ha-kyun, Oh Jung-se, and Heo Sung-tae as three ordinary-looking middle-aged men who once held positions of power and influence. After years away from their former lives, unexpected circumstances force them back into the worlds they left behind, pushing them to rediscover the skills and instincts they thought were long buried.
Combining sharp comedy with tense action and mystery-driven storytelling, the drama explores ageing, redemption, and unlikely second chances. The series is scheduled to premiere on MBC TV on May 22, 2026.
When is ‘Fifties Professionals’ releasing?
Fifties Professionals is scheduled to premiere on May 22, 2026, on MBC TV. The action-comedy drama will air every Friday and Saturday at 21:50 KST (6:20 PM IST), giving viewers a weekend release schedule throughout its 12-episode run. The series was officially included in MBC’s 2026 drama programming slate in December 2025, building anticipation ahead of its launch.
‘Fifties Professionals’ Full Episode Release Schedule:
| Episode | Release Date | Day |
|---|---|---|
| Episode 1 | May 22, 2026 | Friday |
| Episode 2 | May 23, 2026 | Saturday |
| Episode 3 | May 29, 2026 | Friday |
| Episode 4 | May 30, 2026 | Saturday |
| Episode 5 | June 5, 2026 | Friday |
| Episode 6 | June 6, 2026 | Saturday |
| Episode 7 | June 12, 2026 | Friday |
| Episode 8 | June 13, 2026 | Saturday |
| Episode 9 | June 19, 2026 | Friday |
| Episode 10 | June 20, 2026 | Saturday |
| Episode 11 | June 26, 2026 | Friday |
| Episode 12 | June 27, 2026 | Saturday |
What is the show about?
Fifties Professionals follows three middle-aged men living ordinary lives on Yeongseon Island while hiding extraordinary pasts. Jung Ho Myeong was once South Korea’s top black-ops agent, Bong Je Sun a feared North Korean operative, and Kang Beom Ryong a powerful gangster. Their lives intersect again when the mysterious “Black Pearl” resurfaces, forcing them back into dangerous missions they thought were long behind them. As secrets unfold and enemies close in, the trio must rely on their forgotten skills to survive. Blending action, mystery, and comedy, the series explores redemption, ageing, and the idea that life still has meaning even after your supposed glory days are over.
‘Fifties Professionals’ Complete Cast:
Main Cast
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- Shin Ha-kyun as Jeong Heo-myung
- Oh Jung-se as Bong Je-soon
- Heo Sung-tae as Kang Bum-ryong
- Lee Hak-joo as Ma Gong-bok
- Kim Shin-rok as Kang Young-ae
- Kim Sang-kyung as Han Kyung-wook
People in Heo-myung’s Circle
- Kim Sang-ho as Jo Sung-won
- Shin Dong-mi as Kwon Oh-ran
- Lee Han-wi as Kwon Seok-jin (President Kwon)
People Around Ji-sun
- Jung Seok-yong as Lee Cheol-jin
- Kim Seong-jeong as Heo Nam-il
- Kim Chae-eun as Lee Ye-ji
People in Bum-ryong’s Circle
- Hyun Bong-sik as Yu In-gu
- Kim Byeong-ok as Hwang Hwa-san
- Han Ji-eun as Park Mi-kyung
Other Characters
- Kwon Yul as Do Hyun-tae (Chairman Do)
- Lee Soon-won as Geum Jang-sik
Where to watch ‘Fifties Professionals’?
Fifties Professionals is set to premiere on May 22 at 9:50 p.m. KST on MBC TV, with streaming available on Viki. Don’t miss the action-comedy drama when it arrives later this month.
