The news that the much-anticipated Taxi Driver 3 will begin filming in March 2025 has sent waves of excitement through fans of the series. The third installment of the popular show will reunite the beloved cast and bring back the signature action-packed plotlines that have made Taxi Driver a fan favorite.
Filming and Production Details
Taxi Driver 3 is set to start filming in March 2025, as confirmed by various social media reports, including a tweet from X user @ggonigone on January 27, 2025. The series will be helmed by director Kang Bo-seung, known for his work on Romantic Doctor, Teacher Kim 3, while the screenplay will be written by Oh Sang-ho, who has previously worked on the earlier seasons of Taxi Driver.
The show will feature a star-studded lineup, including Lee Je-hoon, Pyo Ye-jin, Kim Eui-sang, Jang Hyuk-jin, and Bae Yu-ram. The third season will consist of 16 episodes, a length that has fans buzzing with anticipation.
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Fans’ Reactions on Social Media
The announcement quickly gained traction on social media, where fans shared their excitement. Many were thrilled about the return of the original cast, noting that it would bring back the team they’ve come to love. A tweet from a fan read, “Another series to look forward! Omg!”
Others reacted to the confirmed 16-episode length, with some expressing their eagerness to see how the story unfolds. One fan tweeted, “16 EPISODES??? IN THIS ECONOMY????” while another expressed their joy, writing, “My favorite squad will be back too this year! Jehoon is really busy.”
Fans also eagerly shared their anticipation for the Rainbow Taxi Team’s return. As one user put it, “Full team comeback, jumat sabtu…. My rainbow taxi team.”
Plot and Storyline
The Taxi Driver series is adapted from The Deluxe Taxi (Red Cage), a webtoon by Carlos and Lee Jae-jin, which was inspired by real-life crimes in South Korea. Both seasons one and two captured audiences with their gripping plots revolving around a team of vigilante taxi drivers who take matters into their own hands to deliver justice.
The first season aired from April 9 to May 29, 2021, while the second season followed from February 17 to April 15, 2023. Both installments maintained the core cast, including Lee Je-hoon as the iconic lead, Kim Eui-sang as the team’s driver, and Pyo Ye-jin as the technical expert.
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It’s worth noting that the second season did not feature Esom, who had appeared in the first season. However, fans of the original lineup will be thrilled to know that the main characters will return for the third season.
What Fans Can Expect
With its blend of action, drama, and thriller elements, Taxi Driver 3 is expected to continue delivering the intense, edge-of-your-seat entertainment that fans love. Given the success of the first two seasons, anticipation is high for what season three will bring. Fans are also hoping for more complex storylines and dynamic character development, as the Rainbow Taxi Team fights against corruption and injustice.
The announcement of the filming dates has only fueled the excitement, as fans eagerly await the next chapter in the Taxi Driver saga. The cast’s return and the team’s collaboration are among the key reasons why the series has garnered such a devoted following.
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Source: X (formerly Twitter), and official statements from SBS.
