In a nutshell

• Netflix is bringing Solo Leveling to life in a Korean live-action series starring Byeon Woo-seok as Jin-Woo, with acclaimed directors and a top-tier VFX team on board.
• Originating as a KakaoPage hit, Solo Leveling has evolved into a global phenomenon with 14.3B views and an award-winning anime, now poised for a high-impact live-action debut.

Netflix has announced that a Korean live-action series adaptation of Solo Leveling is confirmed, with fan-favorite actor Byeon Woo-seok cast as the lead character Sung Jin-Woo.

Netflix Solo Leveling Live Action Details

Byeon Woo-seok, known for 20th Century Girl and Lovely Runner, continues his global rise with this latest project from Netflix. Nicknamed “만찢남” — a manhwa character come to life — he takes on the lead role of Jin-woo in an action-packed series that promises dynamic action, immersive quests, and stunning VFX.

The series is helmed by directors Lee Hae-jun and Kim Byung-seo (Ashfall, Castaway on the Moon), with production by Kakao Entertainment and SANAI PICTURES.

Solo Leveling follows Sung Jin-woo, a low-tier Hunter who gains extraordinary powers and becomes humanity’s last hope against deadly creatures from mysterious Gates.

Initially a KakaoPage web novel and webtoon with over 14.3 billion views, the franchise gained global popularity, with its anime winning nine awards at the 2025 Crunchyroll Anime Awards.