Synopsis
A burned-out Seoul office worker quits everything and moves to a tiny coastal town.
What makes Summer Strike worth watching
Gentle, healing 2022 K-drama.
Summer Strike represents a strong example of south korea romance from the 2022 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 Im Si-wan, Kim Seol-hyun. It originally aired on ENA, and has since travelled internationally through the streaming partnerships listed above.
Where to watch Summer Strike online
You can currently stream Summer Strike on the following platforms (regional availability varies):
- Viki — see all Viki Asian drama listings on DramaSeek.
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