Netflix‘s supernatural revenge thriller, “The Resurrected,” featuring Shu Qi and Lee Sinje in their Chinese-language streaming debuts, has just released its first teaser exclusively on Variety. Co-directed by Leste Chen and Hsu Chao-jen, the series is set in the fictional city of Benkha and follows two mothers brought together by their shared desire for revenge after their daughters are involved in a fraud and kidnapping case. With the help of a mysterious goddess, they bring back to life the deceased mastermind behind the scheme in order to exact their vengeance. However, even as they inflict punishment upon him, their anger remains unquenched, leading them to confront their own morality and the limits of justice as dark secrets begin to unravel.
The stellar cast includes Shu Qi and Lee Sinje as the leading ladies, Fu Meng-Po portraying the villainous scam kingpin, and special appearances by Golden Horse winner Alyssa Chia and Thai actor Sukollawat Kanaros. The ensemble is rounded out by Chung Hsin-ling, Caitlin Fang, Lin Ting-yi, Liu Chu-ping, Vivi Chen, Rexen Cheng, and Patrick Nattawat Finkler.
Produced by Bernard T. K. Yang and Emma Duan, with a screenplay by Shen Yang, Yi Shuai-jie, and Luo Hsiao-rui, “The Resurrected” promises to be a groundbreaking series that pushes boundaries in Chinese-language storytelling. Shu Qi expressed her excitement for the project, praising the bold and innovative script, while Lee Sinje described it as intense, wild, and emotionally charged, highlighting the unique perspective of a female-driven narrative. Fu Meng-po, who takes on the role of the antagonist, lauded the fantastical storyline and gripping moral conflicts depicted in the series.
Part of Netflix’s 2025 Chinese-language slate, “The Resurrected” joins a lineup that includes “Forget You Not,” “I am Married… But!” and the upcoming two-part mystery “Had I Not Seen the Sun” from the creators of “Someday or One Day,” Chien Chi-feng and Lin Hsin-huei. The highly anticipated series is set to premiere globally on Netflix on Oct. 9, offering audiences a captivating and thrilling viewing experience.
Stay tuned for the release of “The Resurrected” and immerse yourself in a world of supernatural intrigue, revenge, and complex moral dilemmas. Watch the teaser now to get a glimpse of what’s in store for this groundbreaking series.
