The Perfect Lie

TV SERIES 2026 1 SEASON

Overview

After a heart-fluttering date, Joonho, a heart surgeon with a perfect smile, and Jisun, a free-spirited teacher-librarian, share a special night. The next day, they meet at a police station with completely different memories. A shocking polygraph result turns their lives upside down.

This production, originally released in 2026, has captivated audiences with its unique storytelling. As a Scripted series, it brings a fresh perspective to the Drama, Crime, Mystery genre, maintaining a strong viewer rating of 8.5 across its 1 season.

Storyline Highlights:
• Explores themes within Drama and Crime.
• Produced in South Korea.
• Original Language: Korean.

Directed By

Cho Young-min

Written By

Baek Jae-young

Starring Cast

Yoo Yeon-seok

Min Jun-ho

Seo Hyun-jin

Kang Ji-seon

Ok Ja-yeon

Lee Hwa-yeong

Kim Ji-hyun

Kang Ji-eun

Lee Chun-hee

Kim Hyeong-su

Oh Dong-min

Park Joong-hyeon

Kang Ji-yong

Min Hyeon-soo

Jung Ji-woo

Joo Eun-hye

Seasons

Season 1

12 Episodes • Aired 2026-10-30

Joonho, a heart surgeon with a perfect smile, and Jisun, a free-spirited teacher-librarian, share a special night after a heart-fluttering date. The next day, they face each other at a police station with completely different memories. One of them is lying. With no evidence or witnesses, even the polygraph result defies expectations, and their mutual suspicion throws their lives into chaos. Questions about Joonho's late wife reveal that the case extends far beyond the two of them. As conflicting testimony and hidden relationships emerge, the truth grows murkier, and one lie sparks a dangerous game in which no one can be trusted.