Usury Academy (2023)

With each day feeling hopeless and bleak, Kang-jin's life takes a dramatic turn when he stumbles upon a lost envelope of money belonging to Rang. Using this newfound wealth, he takes a stand against Nam-young's girlfriend Da-young. But when Nam-young discovers Kang-jin's actions, he strikes back by stealing his money and issuing dangerous threats. With nowhere to turn, Kang-jin confides in Rang, who reveals a secret knowledge of the debt-collecting world. Together, they embark on a thrilling journey of power and control, as Kang-jin takes his first steps into the world of loan sharks.

Action
Drama
Crime

Top billed cast

Yoo Seon-hoKang-jin
Kang Mi-naDa-young
Lee Chan-hyeongGi-young
Yoo In-sooNam-young
Lee Il-junMan-soo
Shin Su-hyunShin-ji
Seo Hye-wonHee-won
Yoon Byung-heeRang
Kim Ki-dooJun-gil
Choi Yoon-binKkang-sik

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