Synopsis
A college weightlifter and a swimmer who have known each other since childhood reconnect at sports university.
What makes Weightlifting Fairy Kim Bok-joo worth watching
Comfort viewing of the highest order.
Weightlifting Fairy Kim Bok-joo represents a strong example of south korea romance from the 2016 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 Comedy elements gives the show its tonal signature, sitting somewhere between mainstream comfort viewing and prestige drama.
The cast is led by Lee Sung-kyung, Nam Joo-hyuk. It originally aired on MBC, and has since travelled internationally through the streaming partnerships listed above.
Where to watch Weightlifting Fairy Kim Bok-joo online
You can currently stream Weightlifting Fairy Kim Bok-joo on the following platforms (regional availability varies):
- Viki — see all Viki Asian drama listings on DramaSeek.
- Netflix — see all Netflix Asian drama listings on DramaSeek.
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