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Vincenzo

Vincenzo is a 2021 South Korean television series about a Korean-Italian mafia lawyer who returns to South Korea and becomes involved in a fight against a powerful conglomerate.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 26, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Vincenzo is a 2021 South Korean television series that follows Vincenzo Cassano, a Korean-Italian mafia lawyer, as he returns to South Korea and becomes involved in a conflict with a powerful conglomerate. The series stars Song Joong-ki, Jeon Yeo-been, and Ok Taec-yeon, and aired on tvN while also streaming on Netflix. It blends legal drama, crime, and dark comedy.

Premise

Vincenzo centers on a mafia lawyer who comes to South Korea and becomes entangled in a conflict involving a conglomerate and a legal battle. The story blends crime, satire, and courtroom elements.

Production and release

The series was created by Kim Hee-won and written by Park Jae-beom, and it premiered on tvN on February 20, 2021, running through May 2, 2021. It was also distributed internationally through Netflix, making it accessible to Canadian viewers via the platform's Canadian catalogue.

Cast

Song Joong-ki stars as Vincenzo Cassano, with Jeon Yeo-been and Ok Taec-yeon in major roles. Other listed cast members include Yoo Jae-myung, Kim Yeo-jin, and Kwak Dong-yeon.

Reception and format

The series was released as a single-season production with 20 episodes. It is listed by major entertainment databases as a Korean-language drama/comedy series.

Key facts

  • Vincenzo is a 2021 South Korean television series that combines legal drama, crime, and dark comedy.
  • The series follows Vincenzo Cassano, a Korean-Italian mafia lawyer who returns to South Korea.
  • It aired on tvN in South Korea and was available for streaming on Netflix, including in Canada.
  • The main cast includes Song Joong-ki, Jeon Yeo-been, and Ok Taec-yeon.
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Canadian context

Vincenzo was available on Netflix, making it accessible to Canadian viewers through the platform's Canadian catalogue.[2]

Frequently asked questions

What is Vincenzo?
Vincenzo is a South Korean television drama series that premiered in 2021 and follows a Korean-Italian mafia lawyer.
Who stars in Vincenzo?
The main cast includes Song Joong-ki, Jeon Yeo-been, and Ok Taec-yeon.
When did Vincenzo air?
It aired from February 20, 2021, to May 2, 2021.
Where was Vincenzo broadcast?
It aired on tvN in South Korea and streamed on Netflix.
How many episodes does Vincenzo have?
The series has 20 episodes.

References

  1. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Vincenzo_(TV_series)
    Supports: Original title, main cast, broadcast dates, tvN airing schedule, and Netflix availability.
  2. Netflix — https://www.netflix.com/title/81365087
    Supports: Series description, release year, genre tags, cast, and availability on Netflix.
  3. IMDb — https://www.imdb.com/title/tt13433812/
    Supports: Series synopsis identifying Vincenzo as a Korean-Italian mafia lawyer.
  4. Rotten Tomatoes — https://www.rottentomatoes.com/tv/vincenzo
    Supports: Director, screenwriter, network, genre, original language, and release date.
  5. AsianWiki — https://asianwiki.com/Vincenzo_(Korean_Drama)
    Supports: Episodes, release dates, runtime schedule, language, country, and plot synopsis.
  6. FilmAffinity — https://www.filmaffinity.com/en/film661258.html
    Supports: Country, director, screenwriter, cast, and synopsis.