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The Virus

TV·2013–2013·OCN·Drama, Thriller, Mystery·50m·7.2

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This drama centers around the scientists at the ‘special infectious disease crisis response team‘ lead by Lee Myung Hyun, who investigate a mysterious infection case where the virus has a 100% fatality rate.

Cast

An Seok HwanAn Seok HwanKim Do JinJo Hee BongJo Hee BongGo Soo KilLee Ki WooLee Ki WooKim Se JinLee So JungLee So JungJun Ji WonPark Min WooPark Min WooBong Sun DongUhm Ki JoonUhm Ki JoonLee Myung HyunYoo BinYoo BinLee Joo Young

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