The mega-hit series Taxi Driver, returning after two years, will finally unveil its new season today (21st).
SBS‘s new Friday-Saturday drama Taxi Driver 3 is a series based on the webtoon of the same name. It tells the story of the mysterious taxi company Rainbow Transport and its driver Kim Do Ki, who carries out private revenge on behalf of innocent victims.
Returning to living rooms after two years, Taxi Driver 3 proved the public’s high expectations for the revived series by surpassing 1.5 million views within 48 hours of releasing an exclusive spin-off video ahead of its premiere. Amid this hot interest, here are three key points to enjoy the new season even more.
The same trusted team — Rainbow’s five-member squad returns
Lee Je Hoon is ready to ignite the end of 2025 with his signature, refreshing style as Kim Do Ki. Alongside him, Kim Eui Sung (as CEO Jang), Pyo Ye Jin (as Ahn Go Eun), Jang Hyuk Jin (as Chief Choi), and Bae Yoo Ram (as Supervisor Park) boast solid teamwork as the “Rainbow 5” with no changes in the cast for three consecutive seasons. It’s uncommon for the original members to work together through three seasons, and with chemistry stronger than family ties, Lee Je Hoon, Kim Eui Sung, Pyo Ye Jin, Jang Hyuk Jin, and Bae Yoo Ram lead a perfected revenge agency service that guarantees thrilling fun.
More powerful and diverse villains X a relay of star-studded special appearances
Even more vicious villains shake the foundation of justice once again. Director Kang Bo Seung, helming Taxi Driver 3, shared, “What’s different from previous seasons is the changing nature of society’s villains. Since Do Ki’s alter egos and action styles vary depending on the villains, we put a lot of effort into developing each villain’s character.”
Confirming this, silhouette posters of each episode’s villains were released ahead of the series, greatly piquing viewers’ curiosity. Kim Eui Sung also hinted, “Season 3 features huge, surprising villains. I am confident that the rich spectacle will delight viewers,” teasing special appearances by outstanding actors. Expectations run high for the intensified villain threats alongside the maximized exploits of the Rainbow 5.
Noir comedy and varied genre fun (feat. alter ego performances)
Season 3 relentlessly punishes villains who exploit and commit crimes across all sectors, domestically and internationally. Following the thrilling takedown of an illegal gambling ring targeting Vietnamese youth with false overseas job offers in season 2’s premiere, the Rainbow 5 now targets a global illegal loan sharking network tied to human trafficking through international cooperation in season 3’s first episode. Villains will span broadened fields including K-pop, sports, and gaming. Matching the diverse villain patterns, the Rainbow 5 has evolved to deliver a revenge agency service traversing noir, thriller, crime, mystery, comedy, and romance genres, providing a rich variety of entertainment. Furthermore, director Kang Bo Seung’s cinematic direction crossing these dynamic genres is expected to add visual delight.
Taxi Driver 3 will premiere tonight (21st) at 9:50pm KST on SBS.
