Netflix greenlights mystery noir series 'Outback (WT)' and unveils cast

Netflix greenlit Outback (WT) on 11 September 2026, unveiling the mystery noir series and its cast in the same announcement. The release names Ryu Jun-yeol, Hong Kyung, HOYEON, Won Ji-an and Justin H. Min among the confirmed performers for the project.

Based on the popular webtoon 'G’Day,' the series follows Zion, who travels to Australia after receiving the tragic news of his sister's sudden death. Once he arrives, the announcement says he is confronted in an unfamiliar city with unsettling questions about how she died and keeps relentlessly chasing the truth.

Ryu Jun-yeol stars as Han Minhyuk, described as a mysterious man standing at the very center of the investigation in the series. Hong Kyung plays Zion, the brother who travels to Australia to unearth the truth behind his sister's death, according to the Netflix description.

HOYEON plays Smiley, an unpredictable livestream creator, while Won Ji-an portrays Zion's sister, Si-young, in the series. Justin H. Min joins the cast as Scott, a Korean-Australian police officer, adding another named role to Netflix's announced lineup.

Jeon Du-gwan will direct the series, and Netflix credits him with D.P. Season 2 and Seen: A Bizarre Story. The script is by Park Hyun-woo, credited with Weak Hero Class 2, and Han Jun-hee, who is also credited with D.P. and the Weak Hero franchise. Han Jun-hee also serves as executive producer and creator.

Outback (WT) will be available exclusively on Netflix, according to the announcement. The release also says the series builds on the webtoon's dark, mysterious tension while dramatically reimagining its characters, backstories and relationships.