The Traitors Lands Korean Adaptation

All3Media International has partnered with Luyworks Media and Something Special for a Korean adaptation of the hit format The Traitors.

The Korean version of The Traitors will be hosted by South Korean actor Cha Seung-won (The Greatest Love, Believer, Infinite Challenge).

“We are very happy to announce the production greenlight of The Traitors Korea and working with the nation’s beloved actor Cha Seung-won as the host of the Korean version,” said Yul Han, CEO of Luyworks Media and executive producer of The Traitors Korea. “Together with actor Cha Seung-won, we will produce a program that expands K-content to the next level. It is a tremendous honor to be working with actor Cha Seung-won, whom we have long considered the most fitting host for The Traitors while producing the Korean version. Despite his busy schedule, he has shown such affection for the program that he has even proposed ideas unique to the Korean version.”

Jin Woo Hwang, president of Something Special, commented, “Something Special is very excited to take part in the Traitors global universe. Working on a project with the top-notch production house Luyworks Media and actor Cha Seung-won are an opportunity that cannot be missed. The Traitors Korea will show the world how K-entertainment production will take its next step forward.”

“The Traitors is a proven global hit; it has delivered real entertainment across major TV markets,” added Tony Ziran Tang, VP of finished and formats sales for Asia at All3Media International. “We’re excited to see the Korean adaptation produced and feel truly honored to be partnering with leading producers: Luyworks and Something Special. This collaboration reflects our shared commitment to high-quality shows. With Mr. Cha Seung-won joining the series, the format achieves another major milestone, expanding its footprint in Asia. His stardom now stands alongside Claudia Winkleman (U.K.), Alan Cumming (U.S.) and Karan Johar (India). We are confident Luyworks will deliver an outstanding version that resonates with Korean audiences and fans across the region.”

The Traitors was originally created and developed by IDTV and POSVIDEO in cooperation with RTL Creative Unit. It first debuted on RTL 4 in the Netherlands in 2021. Since then, over 50 territories have broadcast episodes of The Traitors via tape sales and over 30 territories across six continents have commissioned local format versions.