K-drama enthusiasts are buzzing with excitement as Netflix’s upcoming lineup features Resident Playbook, a fresh series by Shin Won-ho, the mastermind behind Hospital Playlist.
Since the medical K-drama, fans have been eager for the possibility of a third season. But they knew Shin wasn’t too keen on developing a new installment and instead would work on new projects. Hospital Playlist became one of the most recognized medical “Slice of Life” K-dramas that was an instant success.
Alchemy of Souls andDeath’s Game star Go Youn-jungwould lead the new medical K-drama. But some may be wondering how Resident Playbook is connected to the Hospital Playlist universe.
Resident Playbook has a clear connection to Hospital Playlist
Shin Won-ho’s new Netflix K-drama will take place within another branch of Yulje Medical Center. The same hospital the original Hospital Playlist characters worked at.
In Resident Playbook, the characters work at the Jongno branch of the medical center. The K-drama takes fans through the trials, tribulations, and friendships of young obstetrics and gynecology residents. Actor Go will lead the K-drama as a first-year obstetrics and gynecology resident. Alongside cast members Shin Si-a, Han Ye-ji, Kang You-seok, and Jung Joon-won.
It’s unclear if the original cast of Hospital Playlist will make a cameo appearance for the spin-off. When the original series ended with its second season, the cast was open about wanting to return to their characters. A likely scenario for a cameo would be the doctors visiting a resident colleague at the hospital.
Another scenario could be with Ahn Jeong-won, a pediatric professor. His story ended with him traveling abroad to further his medical education before returning to Korea. With his experience in children’s medicine, he could return to some scenarios in Resident Playbook.
Gabriela Silva was a Senior TV & Movies Writer on Dexerto’s US team, specializing in Netflix originals, K-Drama, and Disney+ shows. She also has bylines at ScreenRant, Pop Br, and Showbiz Cheat Sheet.
