Explore our spoiler-free review of the hit Korean business rom-com ‘Tempest’.  Get general series information, plot summary, and my personal thoughts and rating, all 100% spoiler-free!  If you have already seen this drama and are interested in a more full review, including character analysis, highlights, and ending explanation,  please click on the link below.

     Air Dates: September 10 – October 1, 2025

Episodes: 9

Where to Watch: Hulu

Genre: Political Thriller

Starring: Jun Ji Hyun and Kang Dong Won

A former ambassador uncovers a political plot that could launch the world into a nuclear war. And when an unknown mercenary offers her his protection, the pair are thrown into a world of dangerous enemies, buried secrets and political power that could cost them everything. 

‘Tempest’ is an exciting political spy thriller. These kinds of espionage style dramas are much less common than most other genres, which always make them a fun watch. The story is complex and unpredicatable. Jun Ji Hyun is great as the gutsy and graceful diplomat. And the leads have a sizzling chemistry.

For some, the mix of thriller and romance may feel uneven with fans wishing they had chosen one or the other. These kinds of dramas that dive into the dark and elite world of the political arena can often feel unrealistic. The drama does lose a bit of momentum in the second half. But I enjoyed the strong female characters and complex political stories.  I give ‘Tempest’ an 9 out of 10 ramen.

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Jun Ji Hyun debuted in 1998 with a supporting role in the drama ‘Steal My Heart’.  Her first starring role was in the 1999 melodrama ‘Happy Together’. She also starred in the supernatural rom-com ‘My Love from the Star’. Look for her to star in the upcoming fantasy rom-com ‘Human X Gumiho’, scheduled to premiere some time later this year.

Below are links to other great dramas Jun Ji Hyun has starred in.

Kang Dong Won debuted in 2003 with a starring role in the romantic drama ‘Country Princess’.  He has starred romantic comedy ‘Something About 1%’.  Look for him to star in the upcoming historical fantasy drama ‘Soul’ scheduled to premiere on Netflix some time next year.

Below are links to some movies Kang Dong Won has starred in.

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