The series tells the thrilling story of the race to find a bioweapon that is stolen during a secret handover between Korean and US intelligence agencies.

The CIA uncovered the South Korean government's plan to develop a bioweapon that could enhance human abilities, a clandestine operation known as the Tyrant Project.

[2][4] Director Choe, a member of a government agency secretly overseeing the Tyrant Project, instructs his operative, Mo-yong, to secure the last sample, who then tasks his asset, Ja-gyeong, to do the deed.

Lim Sang, a former agent tasked with eliminating individuals linked to the Tyrant Project, also becomes involved in the pursuit.

Lim Sang saves Chae Ja-kyung by killing Crocodile 2 and discovers that she is infected with the tyrant program.

Director Sa and his team arrive, but Lim Sang manages to kill some agents and escape, jumping into the river while still handcuffed.

According to Park Hoon-jung, who is the director and writer of The Tyrant, that the series is a story on a larger scale compared to the smaller narrative structures of The Childe (2023).

[36] The media has taken notice of Kim S.'s commitment to lose weight for his character in the new movie, which has increased excitement and anticipation for this upcoming role.

[43] At the end of the year 2023, it was reported that The Tyrant is part of the film distributor Ace Maker Movie Works' 2024 lineup.

[45] The Tyrant has secured pre-sales in various regions and platforms, including Germany (Splendid), Taiwan (MovieCloud), Southeast Asia (Purple Plan), Thailand (Neramitnung Film), CIS (Paradise Group), and in-flight entertainment (Eagle).

The decision to expand it was made to effectively showcase the individual charm of each character and highlight the directorial expertise of Park Hoon-jung.

On the same day at 19:00 (KST), the 'Tyrant Sample Chasing Competition' fan event held on the 5th floor of the Grand InterContinental Seoul Parnas.

Yet, creator Park Hoon-jung elevates the material with a striking visual and narrative style, while also managing to surprise with twists that have novel substance and stakes.

"[55] Pierce Conran of the South China Morning Post gave it two out of five stars, saying, "This exceptionally confusing, although very stylish show ... [is] similar to the lamentable sequel The Witch: Part 2.