‘Colony’: Yeon Sang-ho Unveils Teaser for Zombie Apocalypse Starring Jun Ji-hyun
The first teaser trailer for ‘Colony,’ director Yeon Sang-ho’s upcoming zombie apocalypse thriller, has been unveiled. Starring Jun Ji-hyun and Koo Kyo-hwan, the film is already drawing strong attention from movie fans, signaling a return to Yeon’s signature blend of expansive world-building and sustained genre tension.
Set inside a building completely sealed off following an unidentified infectious outbreak, ‘Colony’ follows a group of survivors forced to confront infected beings that evolve in unpredictable ways. Moving beyond the conventions of traditional zombie films, the story introduces a new form of horror by blurring the line between the individual and the collective, presenting infection as an ever-shifting, destabilizing force.
The teaser highlights mounting tension within a confined space, capturing escalating chaos and psychological strain among those trapped inside. The infected are portrayed through unsettling, irregular movements, reinforcing a pervasive sense of unease. The footage also hints at an expansion of the zombie universe Yeon previously established in ‘Train to Busan’ and ‘Peninsula,’ raising expectations among genre audiences.
Jun Ji-hyun returns to the big screen for the first time in approximately 11 years since ‘Assassination,’ drawing particular interest as to how she will approach an intense, survival-driven role. Koo Kyo-hwan, known for his volatile yet intricately layered performances, anchors the film alongside her, with their on-screen chemistry emerging as a major point of intrigue.
The ensemble cast is further strengthened by Ji Chang-wook, Shin Hyun-been, Kim Shin-rok and Go Soo. With actors recognized for distinct performance styles and strong character immersion, the group is expected to deliver a nuanced portrayal of humanity under extreme circumstances. How their relationships and choices unfold within Yeon’s carefully constructed world stands out as one of the film’s key points of interest.
‘Colony’ is currently slated for release in 2026, with expectations high for Yeon Sang-ho’s next evolution of the Korean zombie apocalypse genre.