Season 1 Plot
Hellbound takes place in 2022–27 in South Korea. An otherworldly face called an angel suddenly starts to materialize to deliver prophecies called decrees that condemn certain individuals to Hell at a specific future time, either seconds or years away. Three monstrous supernatural beings called demons appear at almost the exact time to maul and incinerate the person's body in a spectacular show of force called a demonstration. Two organizations in cahoots, the cult-like New Truth Society and the gang-like Arrowhead group, gain power by playing on people's fears.
Hellbound Season 1 aired on November 19th, 2021.
Season 1 Episodes
1. Episode 1
Horrified bystanders watch as otherworldly beasts chase down and kill a man in broad daylight. Jung Jinsu declares that only sinners are sent to hell.
2. Episode 2
The New Truth offers a sizable payment to Park Jungja, a condemned woman, in exchange for the right to live-broadcast the moment her fate is decided.
3. Episode 3
Addressing a stunned world, Jinsu preaches righteousness. Detective Jin Kyunghun searches for his missing daughter. The Arrowhead targets Min Hyejin.
4. Episode 4
Bae Youngjae follows his co-worker to a fishing dock, where he witnesses a terrifying sight. The Prophet Angel appears in an unthinkable place.
5. Episode 5
A despairing Youngjae tracks down a man who he thinks might have answers. The New Truth catches wind of a mysterious organization with its own agenda.
6. Episode 6
With detrimental information hanging over its head, The New Truth scrambles to protect its power by preventing the public from learning the truth.
