Kim Woo-Bin to play a legendary delivery driver in ‘Black Knight’ Netflix series

Kim Woo-Bin is set to star in an upcoming Korean Netflix series titled “Black Knight.”

Based on the popular webtoon of the same name, the story takes place in an air-polluted world in 2071 where people depend on respirator masks to breath and delivery drivers play a crucial role within this system.

According to Netflix, Woo-bin is set to play the legendary delivery driver with exceptional battle skills named “5-8,” while rising star Kang you-seok will portray “Sawol,” a refugee who dreams of following in his footsteps.

Meanwhile, “Scarlet Innocence” actress E Som takes the role of “Seolah,” a military officer at the Defense Intelligence Command who saves Sawol’s life and cares for him like her own family.

“Black Knight,” helmed by director Cho Ui-seok, is set to premiere only on Netflix.

Kim Woo-bin is known for his mesmerizing performance in dramas like “Uncontrollably Fond” and “Inheritors.”

The actor also made headlines over the years with his heroic battle with nasopharyngeal cancer, and his relationship with “Hometown Cha Cha Cha” actress Shin Min Ah.  —Margaret Claire Layug/JAB, GMA News.