'Solo Leveling' live action series in the works at Netflix; Byeon Woo Seok set to star

"Solo Leveling" is getting a live action adaptation at Netflix!

The popular web novel turned webtoon — and later turned anime series and video game — is now getting a Korean TV series treatment.

"20th Century Girl" star Byeon Woo Seok is set to breathe life into Sung Jin Woo, the protagonist who starts off as an E-rank hunter before leveling up to become humanity's hope against deadly threats from beyond the mysterious Gates.

In a statement, Netflix said it promises to feature "vivid characters, dynamic action sequences, and exhilarating quests, brought to life by a world-class global VFX team." It will also introduce "fantastical dungeons" and "uniquely powerful monsters."

The series will be co-directed by Lee Hae Jun and Kim Byung Seo. Kakao Entertainment and Sanai Pictures are set to produce.

Byeon Woo Seok's other works include "Lovely Runner," "Strong Girl Namsoon," and "Record of Youth."

"Solo Leveling" was written by Chugong. It was first published in 2016.

The anime series premiered in 2024, and swept nine major categories at the 2025 Crunchyroll Anime Awards, including Anime of the Year, Best Action, and Best Character.

—JCB, GMA Integrated News