
Itaewon Class
Taste attributes: dramaromanceslowtried & testedwholesomeheavysimplelinearglossyenclosedemotive & stirringall consuming questcomplex relationshipinjustice/tragedy/vengeancelove conquers all
"I want to live a life in which you can’t put a price on your convictions."
Boxlist takeExpect a stirring, unhurried drama series, familiar rather than fresh. Best if you like patience over pace.
Taste details
Pace: slow · Originality: tried and tested · Tone: wholesome · Weight: heavy · Realism: balanced · Story: simple · Structure: linear · Look: glossy · Scale: confined · Emotional punch: very stirringHow we score
Quality rating
8.4 /10
TMDB · 62 votes
Where to watch
We don't know of anywhere to watch Itaewon Class in the US right now.
Seasons
Season 1
· 2020 · 16 episodesEpisodes (16)
1Episode 131 Jan 2020
On his first day at a new high school, Park Saeroyi stands by his principles in front of powerful bullies. Oh Soo-ah works on getting into college.
2Episode 21 Feb 2020
While serving his time, Saeroyi develops a bold game plan for his future. Soo-ah can't ignore a generous offer from Jang Dae-hee.
3Episode 37 Feb 2020
Saeroyi crosses paths with Jo Yi-seo, who seems to have a knack for bringing him trouble. Meanwhile, DanBam struggles to attract customers.
4Episode 48 Feb 2020
Choi Seung-kwon regrets reverting back to his old ways. When Yi-seo's night out takes an ugly turn, Saeroyi is there to help.
5Episode 514 Feb 2020
Before its reopening, DanBam gets a few upgrades. Yi-seo, Seung-kwon and Jang Geun-soo have a surprise encounter at a nightclub.
6Episode 615 Feb 2020
Dae-hee keeps tabs on DanBam's progress. Saeroyi runs into Jang Geun-won at the TV station. Yi-seo faces her mother's disappointment.
7Episode 721 Feb 2020
DanBam gets an unwelcome visitor. Saeroyi approaches Kang Min-jung with a weighty proposition, and shares his entire story with Yi-seo.
8Episode 822 Feb 2020
Bad news strikes DanBam, but Saeroyi isn't one to bow under pressure. Geun-soo learns a horrible truth. Kim Toni deals with discrimination.
9Episode 928 Feb 2020
The bar's move to a quieter street poses fresh problems for the crew. Dae-hee takes an interest in Saeroyi's people.
10Episode 1029 Feb 2020
Jangga finds itself in hot water with the public. With the future of the company hanging in the balance, Dae-hee must make his choice.
11Episode 116 Mar 2020
After Ma Hyun-yi makes a buzzy TV appearance, a big opportunity comes knocking for DanBam. Geun-soo goes after what he wants.
12Episode 127 Mar 2020
While navigating their latest crisis, Saeroyi and Yi-seo come across a potential investor. Hyun-yi preps for the competition's final round.
13Episode 1313 Mar 2020
Geun-soo moves closer to his goal. With their sights set high, Saeroyi and his team take the business to the next level.
14Episode 1414 Mar 2020
Yi-seo overworks herself as she steps into a critical role for the team's new strategy against Jangga, worrying Saeroyi.
15Episode 1520 Mar 2020
Searching for Yi-seo, Seung-kwon pays his old boss a visit. Dae-hee receives a warning from Soo-ah, and a disturbing call from Geun-won.
16Episode 1621 Mar 2020
Yi-seo runs from Geun-won, who's out to put an end to everything. Desperate to salvage his crumbling legacy, Dae-hee heads to DanBam.
Specials
· 2020 · 1 episodeEpisodes (1)
- 1Episode 125 Jan 2020
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What lines up
- Setting / scale: Small / confined, just how this profile likes it
- Emotional punch: Emotive / stirring, just how this profile likes it
- Linearity: Linear / logical, just how this profile likes it
What might not click
- Intricacy: Basic story, where this profile leans smart / intricate
- Originality: Tried & tested, where this profile leans fresh / original
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Synopsis
In a colorful Seoul neighborhood, an ex-con and his friends fight a mighty foe to make their ambitious dreams for their street bar a reality.
Synopsis: TMDB
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- Genre
- Drama
- Year
- 2020
- Episode length
- 69 min
- Status
- Ended
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