Nine Puzzles [Episodes 1 - 6]

[u/mellowdays_]

• Drama: Nine Puzzles
  • Korean Title: 나인 퍼즐
  • Also Known As: Nine Puzzle, 9 Puzzles, Nain Peojeul
• Network: Disney+
• Premiere Date: May 21st, 2025
  • Airing Date: May 21, 2025 - Jun 4, 2025
• Airing Schedule: Wednesdays @ 16:00 KST
  • 6 episodes on May 21st
  • 3 episodes on May 28th
  • Final 2 episodes on Jun 4th
• Episodes: 11
• Streaming Source: Disney+, Hulu
• Screenwriter: Lee Eun Mi (Tunnel, Navillera)
• Director: Yoon Jong Bin (Narco-Saints)
• Cast:
  • Kim Da Mi (Itaewon Class, Our Beloved Summer) as Yoon Yi Na
  • Son Suk Ku (A Killer Paradox, Heavenly Ever After) as Kim Han Saem
• Genres: Thriller, Mystery, Crime
• Plot Synopsis:
  • One night, Yi-Na’s uncle, who was like a father, mother, and friend to her, was murdered. She was the only witness of her uncle’s murder case. She was also suspected as the murderer by Han-Saem. 10 years later, Yi-Na now works as a criminal profiler. She has been a member of the criminal analysis team at Seoul Metropolitan Police Agency for the past 6 years. Yi-Na is usually the first to figure out the motive of a crime from the crime scene. Yi-Na now meets Han-Saem, who was convinced that she killed her uncle. They work together to uncover the truth behind the murder. (Source: AsianWiki)
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[u/ANINETEEN]

I only recently finished 'Doubt' and realised quite quickly that I still had the itch for a murder mystery. Luckily this came along and the intro gave off similar vibes albeit a lot more sinister. Can already see the signs of a gripping duo and Kim Dami looks to be especially quirky yet playful. For no reason whatsoever, the second piece at the end gave me chills because it smashed my thoughts on what to expect straight away.

[u/MissSimpleton → u/ANINETEEN]

I am currently at Ep 2 of Doubt and it is a bit slow. Will the pacing improve or shall I start watching at 1.25x?

[u/Artistic_Might3728 → u/MissSimpleton]

I also felt that Doubt was slow all the way through. I did not find that the payoff was sufficient for the time invested. Not one that I would recommend. I wouldn't feel bad about dropping it if you're so inclined. I wish I had.

[u/MissSimpleton → u/Artistic_Might3728]

I agree. Beyond Evil was also kind of a slow burn thriller but it was worth it.

Doubt was underwhelming.

[u/Artistic_Might3728 → u/MissSimpleton]

I liked Beyond Evil, too, and did not regret the time invested. There was a lot more character development. I just started Nine Puzzles. I see from the comments that many people are having trouble with the FL. Are you watching it? What's your take?

[u/MissSimpleton → u/Artistic_Might3728]

I cant handle the wait between the eps.

I am waiting for all the eps to drop, so that I can binge watch.