What happens when the law is silent? What happens when the system won’t deliver justice? Is someone getting revenge in the dark? And can a taxi be the tool of justice?
Taxi Driver 3 has arrived with a huge new season in which justice doesn’t come from a courtroom – it rides through the streets in a secret taxi.
This is SBS’s mega-hit crime-action drama inspired by the popular webtoon “The Deluxe Taxi.” It explores the enigmatic Rainbow Taxi service, who revenge on behalf of clients who have been failed by our justice system.
With two seasons of all things good, Season 3 is prepared to take things to the next level – with more action, more intensity, more emotions, and more surprises! Also, this time around, fans are in for a special treat — there will be a special appearance by Jang Na-ra and a cameo by Yoon Shi-yoon! What an even more delightful experience!
The new chapter of justice is about to begin — are you ready?
2. Production Details – Everything You Need to Know
In case you are curious about Taxi Driver 3 release date, who produces it, and what we can expect, here is all the information for you:
- Where Can I Watch It? The drama will air on SBS, the same network that aired Seasons 1 and 2. So we can count on the same production quality.
- What Type of Genre is this? There is an exciting variety of Crime + Action + Thriller with action, suspense, revenge, anger, (and all the amazing drama). Great for binge-watching.
- Who is the Writer? The script writer is Oh Sang-ho, who wrote the previous seasons so it will have that same dark and emotional atmosphere.
- Who is the Director? The director is Kang Bo-seung, who directed Dr. Romantic 3, so your visuals should be solid and impactful.
- When did Filming Start? We officially know that filming started in March 2025, so lots of production is already well underway.
- When Will It Air? The show is expected to be airing in the second half of 2025, possibly between July and December (Q3 and Q4).
- How Many Episodes? There are a total of 16 eps, which is the standard K-drama length – enough for a rich story, but great it doesn’t drag out too long
3. Main Cast (Returning)
The Rainbow Taxi team is back, and they couldn’t be more excited! Each team member plays a unique and enduring role, whether it is physicality, intelligence, or emotionality.
Let’s reintroduce you to the heroes of this underground justice team:
1. Lee Je-hoon as Kim Do-gi
The heart of Rainbow Taxi
Kim Do-gi is not just a taxi driver. He is an ex-special forces operator with special skill sets, has a mission for justice, and is quietly angry. Patient, calculating, and always, always ten steps ahead, Do-gi does not drive, he hunts.
“When the system fails… he drives justice.”
2. Kim Eui-sung as Jang Sung-cheol
The brains behind the operation.
Jang Sung-cheol is the CEO of Rainbow Taxi, and while he may seem like a no-nonsense businessman on the surface, underneath lies a man who has lost too much to injustice. He is a man who chooses his cases, calls the shots, and gives every victim their revenge — no matter the cost.
3. Pyo Ye-jin as Ahn Go-eun
The digital whiz.
Ahn Go-eun is the tech expert and hacker for the team and is always seen with a headset on, with multiple screens. She can track anyone, crack any code, and erase digital footprints like a magician. A past trauma with the death of her sister has left her searching for justice.
She does not fight with fists — she fights with firewalls
4. Jang Hyuk-jin as Choi Kyung-ku
Mechanic with a mission.
Part of the behind-the-scenes duo, Kyung-ku is more than just a mechanic — he’s a field-ready team member who designs gadgets, modifies the taxis, and isn’t afraid to step into danger when the moment calls for it.
5. Bae Yoo-ram as Park Jin-eon
Loyal, lovable, and lethal when needed.
Park Jin-eon is the second half of the tech-mechanic dream team. Jin-eon brings muscle and great joy to the team and reminds them of the bigger picture when they are involved in their most sordid missions. His connection with Kyung-ku provides warmth and friendship to an otherwise dark drama.
4. Special Appearances – Cameos You Can’t Miss!
Season 3 isn’t just about the old crew — we have two exciting cameos to excite everyone with! Here is who is coming for special roles:
Jang Na-ra – The Surprise that Everyone’s Been Waiting For
One of the biggest announcements of Season 3, is a special cameo appearance by the queen of emotional acting and all-around versatility, Jang Na-ra recently seen in Good Partner
Why is it exciting?
- She just won the Grand Prize at the SBS Drama Awards for Good Partner (2024).
- She indicated in an interview that she wanted to do a “female version of Taxi Driver“.
- She and Pyo Ye-jin are personally close, which makes her appearance a lot bigger for fans.
She wanted to be in that world (Taxi Driver), and now her wish has been granted, and she can live it out as an actress.
Yoon Shi-yoon – another Power cameo!
Also confirmed is Yoon Shi-yoon, who will make a guest appearance in one episode, similar to recent Cha Tae-hyun’s comeback.
As an actor with incredible emotional depth and delivery, Yoon Shi-yoon is recognized for portraying powerful performances – and with a guest role of this caliber, even a one-episode character is certain to create a spark.
No word yet on the character — but if Taxi Driver is any indication, we can expect something a little intense, dark, or twisty.
These special appearances really add some spice to a season that is already hot. Whether you are a fan of the original cast or just a love of cameos of power actors. Taxi Driver 3 will protect pleasing action and surprises.
5. Background & Previous Seasons Recap
Are you new to Taxi Driver? Or just looking for a brief recap before Season 3 drops? Either way, you are in luck — here is a brief recap of everything so far:
Season 1 (2021):
This is where it all started. We were introduced to the Rainbow Taxi team — a secret team that took revenge on people who were victims of the justice system.
Season 1 tied emotional backstories together with dark missions, and mysterious clients and laid the foundation for a fan-favorite show.
Season 2 (2023):
It only got darker in season 2. The emotional storylines hit harder, the villains were crazier, and we learned more about the team and their pasts.
Not just about action, Season 2 added depth to each of the character’s pain, justice, and redemption.
After this season, fans of the show exploded in quantity and fandom.
Season 3 (2025 – Coming Soon!):
Now we have new cases, darker revenge schemes, and some surprise guest appearances (Jang Na-ra and Yoon Shi-yoon, yes).
If you thought Season 1 and 2 of Taxi Driver was intense, Season 3 is set to elevate everything to the next level for the audience; even bolder themes and emotions.
6. Why Fans Are Hyped for Taxi Driver 3
If you’ve been anywhere near K-drama fan spaces lately, you already know the buzz is real — and here’s exactly why everyone’s so excited for Taxi Driver Season 3:
- A Revenge Format Like None Other: Forget your typical crime dramas. Taxi Driver offers a unique revenge for hire premise where every mission provides justice for those who the system ignores, and audiences love watching the complicated moral space unfold.
- Smart Screenplay, Smarter Missions: Each episode feels like a mini-movie and features a crafted storyline with clever twists, and undercover/tactics that keeps you guessing right to the very end.
- Lee Je-hoon & Crew = Pure Fire: From the emotionally charged performances to the raw action, every member of the Rainbow Taxi team – lead by Lee Je-hoon – performs at a masterclass level all the time.
And, the chemistry? UNMATCHED.
- Jang Na-ra Cameo = The Internet Shredding Itself: The moment her announcement was made, fans lost their minds on the net. Her friendship with Pyo Ye-jin, and past SBS success, only elevated the excitement to a fever pitch.
- Past Success = Past Success: Both Seasons 1 and 2 broke records and expectations for Season 3 are just through the roof. With production, acting, and story improvements – it will most likely break records again.
7. Key Expectations from Season 3
Taxi Driver 3 isn’t just coming back — it’s coming back with more depth, darkness, and drama than ever before. Here’s what fans can (and should) expect from this power-packed season:
- More In-Depth Backstories: This time we expect we’ll be able to dig into Kim Do-gi’s personal trauma – his guilt, the pain he is feeling, and what is driving him. Added emotional weight will make the action more intense.
- More Dangerous Antagonists: We know Season 3 will have a few more dangerous villains, and their crimes will be more dark and complex. We will have enemies who will be far more difficult to bring down – which means our team has to put in even more effort.
- More Cameos & Twists: Between surprise appearances involving Jang Na-ra – Yoon Shi-yoon and everything else, fans are expecting more twists in the plot, unexpected betrayals, and if we are lucky, emotional explosions and/or reveals. Anything can and will happen.
- Stylized Action Sequences: The iconic taxi fight scenes return – even more exhilarating, slicker, and cinematic than before. Expect that next-level directing effort and fight choreography that will make fans say wow.
- Emotional Healing & Justice: Taxi Driver has always been about restoring dignity to the helpless and marginalized at its core. Season 3 will still explore that – but with increased emotional healing, inner conflict, and the very powerful themes of hope, trauma, and redemption.
9. Conclusion
Taxi Driver 3 is bound to offer the best mixture of danger, emotion, justice, and surprise cameos with the amazing cast leading the way. Whether you are a long-time viewer or just starting to watch, this season will be the most thrilling and intense one yet. If you love keeping track of future dramas, check out Upcoming Netflix K-dramas 2026.
Don’t miss the ride!
