Synopsis
A divorcée from a powerful chaebol family meets a younger hotel worker in Cuba and slowly tests whether love can survive Korea's class lines.
What makes Encounter worth watching
One of the most beautifully shot K-dramas of its decade.
Encounter represents a strong example of south korea romance from the 2018 production cycle. Korean studios have spent the past decade refining the kind of long-form storytelling on display here — careful character work, restrained pacing in the early episodes, and a willingness to let emotional beats land without overstatement. The blend of Romance and Drama elements gives the show its tonal signature, sitting somewhere between mainstream comfort viewing and prestige drama.
The cast is led by Song Hye-kyo, Park Bo-gum, Jang Seung-jo, with strong supporting work from Cha Hwa-yeon. It originally aired on tvN, and has since travelled internationally through the streaming partnerships listed above.
Where to watch Encounter online
You can currently stream Encounter on the following platforms (regional availability varies):
- Netflix — see all Netflix Asian drama listings on DramaSeek.
Streaming rights for Asian dramas shift constantly. We update each title page when a new platform picks up a series or a contract expires. If a service is geo-locked in your region, see our guide to legitimate options for international drama viewers.
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