Great Escape Urban Legends is generating significant buzz as original member Kang Ho-dong steps down, raising curiosity about how the new members will first connect.
The TVING original series Great Escape: Urban Legends is set to unveil the first meeting site featuring Kim Jong-min, Kim Dong-hyun, Shin-dong, Yoo Byung-jae, Go Kyung-pyo, and Seungkwan.
Premiering on Wednesday, December 2 at 6 PM, the extreme escape adventure takes place against the backdrop of eerie urban legends. Amid heightened anticipation driven by the return of Kim Jong-min and Shin-dong alongside new member Seungkwan, Episode 0 titled ‘The Legend Begins’ will be pre-released today (the 9th) at 8 PM on the TVING YouTube channel, followed by a release on TVING at 8:30 PM to warm up viewers.
In Episode 0, Kim Jong-min, Kim Dong-hyun, Shin-dong, Yoo Byung-jae, Go Kyung-pyo, and Seungkwan gather before their official escape journey, completely unaware of the urban legend concept. Upon learning about the revival of the captain system, the six members launch into passionate self-PR and mutual checks to capture votes and become the first captain chosen by a self-cast vote.
Notably, Kim Jong-min, who never served as a leader throughout the Great Escape series, draws laughter by randomly appealing for sympathy, stating, "I think this is my last chance." Meanwhile, youngest member Seungkwan showcases his cute charm by trying to express his youthful energy and ambition to show leadership without reading the older members’ moodsβwhile simultaneously checking their reactions.
The episode also features an escape ability verification test to evaluate candidates’ qualifications for leadership. Shin-dong, who previously commanded attention as a powerhouse brain ace, is expected to spark curiosity as he takes on diverse puzzle-solving challenges after a long hiatus. Furthermore, the test is set to spawn unique unexpected unit pairings, raising interest even further.
Additionally, the six escapees unite tightly under the mental mantra of "stick together and survive, scatter and die." Curiosity is mounting over what kind of events will unfold for the easily frightened cast members.
Episode 0 of TVING’s Great Escape: Urban Legends, which offers a sneak peek into the fresh chemistry among Kim Jong-min, Kim Dong-hyun, Shin-dong, Yoo Byung-jae, Go Kyung-pyo, and Seungkwan, premieres tonight (the 9th) at 8 PM on the TVING YouTube channel and at 8:30 PM on TVING. The main series will officially premiere on Wednesday, December 2 at 6 PM.
Previously, Kang Ho-dong stepped down from this season after pouring his affection into the Great Escape series for eight years since Season 1.
Fans expressed a great deal of regret, to which Kang Ho-dong shared an affectionate message: "Every moment of Great Escape was a tremendous joy and happiness for me. I believe my colleagues and juniors, who possess far greater imagination and wisdom than I do, will do their utmost for the success of Great Escape. Lastly, I want to hint that ‘clues always exist anywhere.’"
With Kang Ho-dong absent, viewers are eager to see who among Kim Jong-min, Kim Dong-hyun, Shin-dong, Yoo Byung-jae, Go Kyung-pyo, and Seungkwan will anchor the group and what kind of new chemistry will unfold.
Meanwhile, SEVENTEEN member Seungkwan enlisted for mandatory military service last month on the 26th alongside groupmate Dino.
The two entered the army training center together and, following basic military training, will serve as military band members.
