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'Goodbye Earth': Cast and character guide on who’s playing who in Netflix's sci-fi dystopian series

The series, directed by Kim Jin-min, is based on Kōtarō Isaka's novel 'The Fool at the End of the World'

SEOUL, SOUTH KOREA: 'Goodbye Earth', a South Korean sci-fi dystopian television series written by Jung Sung-joo and directed by Kim Jin-min, is set to release on Netflix on Friday, April 26, 2024.

In 'Goodbye Earth', the narrative unfolds against the backdrop of a world descending into chaos, with the clock ticking down to the inevitable collision between Earth and an asteroid, just 200 days away.

The premise sounds intriguing, doesn't it? And it's worth noting that the storyline is backed up by a strong ensemble cast.

So, let's look at the lead cast of 'Goodbye Earth'.

Ahn Eun-jin as Jin Se-kyung

Ahn Eun-jin, who is best known for her roles in 'Hospital Playlist' and 'The Good Bad Mother', plays Jin Se-kyung in 'Goodbye Earth'.

Jin Se-kyung is a volunteer at Ungcheon City Hall who silently battles to protect children facing danger. She works behind the scenes, facing challenges discreetly to keep vulnerable children safe. 

Ahn Eun-jin is a well-known South Korean actress who garnered acclaim for her role in the film 'The Night Owl', receiving a Best Supporting Actress nomination at the prestigious 59th Baeksang Arts Awards.

Yoo Ah-in as Yoon Sang-eun

Yoo Ah-in, a famous South Korean actor and creative director, plays Yoon Sang-eun in Netflix's series 'Goodbye Earth'. 

Yoon Sang-eun is Jin Se-kyung's longtime partner, working as a researcher at a biotechnology institute.

Yoo Ah-in has received numerous awards, including accolades from the Asian Film Awards, Fantasia International Film Festival, Blue Dragon Film Awards, and Baeksang Arts Awards.

He is widely acclaimed for his roles in notable films like the coming-of-age drama 'Punch', the melodramatic 'Secret Affair', and the action-packed blockbuster 'Veteran'. 

Jeon Sung-woo as Woo Seong-jae

Jeon Sung-woo, a famous South Korean actor, takes on the role of Woo Seong-jae in 'Goodbye Earth'. 

Woo Seong-jae is an assistant priest who looks after the believers in the absence of the chief priest, who vanished after the asteroid incident was made public. 

Jeon Sung-woo is best known for 'Six Flying Dragons', 'A Beautiful Mind', 'Oh, the Mysterious', 'The Fiery Priest', and 'Diary of a Prosecutor'.

Kim Yoon-hye as Kang In-ah

Kim Yoon-hye, a popular South Korean actress, plays Kang In-ah in 'Goodbye Earth'. 

Kang In-ah is a company commander within a combat service support battalion. She likely oversees and manages the day-to-day operations of her unit, ensuring that they are prepared and equipped to provide essential services to combat units in the field.

Kim Yoon-hye rose to prominence starting with her appearance on the cover of Vogue Girl Korea in 2002. She gained fame for her roles in popular TV dramas such as 'Heartstrings', 'I Need a Fairy', and 'My Cute Guys'.

How to stream 'Goodbye Earth'?

'Goodbye Earth' will be released on Netflix on Friday, April 26. 

Access to 'Goodbye Earth' requires a Netflix membership, available starting from $6.99/month for the standard plan with ads.

The standard plan without ads is priced at $15.49/month, while the Premium plan costs $22.99/month.

'Goodbye Earth' trailer