Serendipity’s Embrace
Series Details:
| Original title | 우연일까? |
| Also known as | 偶然일까?; Is It Fate?; Uyeonilkka?; Uyŏnilkka? |
| Based on | Is It Fate? by Nam Ji-eun, Kim In-ho |
| Country | South Korea |
| Language | Korean |
| Genre | Romantic, comedy |
| Season | 1 |
| Episodes | 8 |
| Release date | July 22 – August 13, 2024 |
| Aired on | Monday and Tuesday at 20:40 (KST) |
| Running time | 70min |
| Starring | Kim So-hyun, Chae Jong-hyeop, Yoon Ji-on, Kim Da-som |
| Directed by | Song Hyun-wook |
| Written by | Park Geu-ro |
| Production Company | Base Story |
| Original Network | tvN |
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Cast & Characters:
- Main
- Kim So-hyun as Lee Hong-joo
- Chae Jong-hyeop as Kang Hoo-yeong
- Lee Won-jung as Kwon Sang Pil
- Kim Da-som as Kim Hye-ji
- Supporting
- Hwang Seong-bin as Gyeong-taek
- Yoon Ji-on as Bang Jun-ho
- Yoon Jun-won as Joseph Oh
Storyline:
Ten years have passed, and he thought he’d forgotten about his first love. One day, he comes across his first love.
Kang Hu-young is tall, handsome, and intelligent, and has lived a carefree life. When he came back to Korea from the US after ten years, he coincidentally ran into his first love. It brought back the memory from the past, making his heart race again… But unlike Hu-young, Lee Hong-ju is living an ordinary life. She believes a romantic relationship is a luxury and love is a waste of energy. She tries to stay away from him, but somehow, her heart starts to flutter as well. Is it just a serendipitous encounter? Or is it fate?
This story of a couple rekindling their romance after ten years will evoke the memories of your immature yet passionate first love.
About Serendipity’s Embrace TV Series:
Serendipity’s Embrace (Korean: 우연일까?) is a South Korean television series written by Park Geu-ro, directed by Song Hyun-wook, and starring Kim So-hyun, Chae Jong-hyeop, Yoon Ji-on, and Kim Da-som.
The series is based on the 2011 webtoon Is It Fate? written by Nam Ji-eun and illustrated by Kim In-ho. This representative romance webtoon that marked the beginning of Naver’s webtoon popularity.
On August 8, 2022, it was reported that Kim So-hyun was in talks to star in the series for her next work since her drama River Where the Moon Rises ended in 2021. She then confirmed for the role in November 2022. On October 6, it was reported that Chae Jong-hyeop had received an offer for the role of the male protagonist in the drama, and was later confirmed for it. Yoon Ji-on’s respective agency announced that he would also star in the show.
Principal photography began in the second half of 2022.
It aired on tvN from July 22, 2024 till August 13, 2024 every Monday and Tuesday at 20:40 (KST). It is available for streaming on TVING in South Korea, Disney+ in Japan, and on Viki and Viu in selected regions.
Serendipity’s Embrace Episodes:
Serendipity’s Embrace S1.E1 ∙ My First Love
Mon, Jul 22, 2024
Hu Yeong returns to Korea and goes on a blind date set up by Joseph, unexpectedly encountering Hong Ju. At a welcome party organized by Hye Ji, an intoxicated Hong Ju reveals shocking information to Hu Yeong.
Serendipity’s Embrace S1.E2 ∙ The Ex-boyfriend
Tue, Jul 23, 2024
Hu Yeong and Hong Ju enjoy a date at an amusement park. However, their connection is tested when Hong Ju’s ex, Jun Ho, reappears, seeking to rekindle a professional partnership.
Serendipity’s Embrace S1.E3
Mon, Jul 29, 2024
Hong Ju reluctantly works with her ex, Bang Jun Ho, under her boss’s orders. Meanwhile, Hye Ji realizes Hu Yeong’s feelings for Hong Ju. A car accident involving Hong Ju changes the dynamic.
Serendipity’s Embrace S1.E4
Tue, Jul 30, 2024
Hu Yeong confesses his love, but Hong Ju pretends not to understand. After being discharged, Hu Yeong takes care of Hong Ju at his home, leading to misunderstandings with Jun Ho.
Serendipity’s Embrace S1.E5
Mon, Aug 5, 2024
Hong Ju reluctantly joins a fishing trip while Hye Ji clarifies her non-romantic status with Kyung Taek. At work, Hong Ju is assigned to collaborate with Jun Ho for a month.
Serendipity’s Embrace S1.E6
Tue, Aug 6, 2024
Hu Yeong quits his job to focus on winning Hong Ju’s heart. Hye Ji meets Gyeong Taek’s mother by chance, while Hong Ju’s father warns Jun Ho against pursuing her.
Serendipity’s Embrace S1.E7
Mon, Aug 12, 2024
No summary provided.
Serendipity’s Embrace S1.E8
Tue, Aug 13, 2024
Hu Yeong’s mother invites Hong Ju to travel with them to the U.S. Initially declining his request, Hong Ju surprises Hu Yeong by appearing at the airport.
Serendipity’s Embrace Average TV Viewership Ratings:
| Ep. | Original Broadcast Date | Nationwide (%) | Seoul (%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | July 22, 2024 | 3.877% (1st) | 4.752% (1st) |
| 2 | July 23, 2024 | 3.338% (1st) | 4.029% (1st) |
| 3 | July 29, 2024 | 2.679% (1st) | 2.848% (1st) |
| 4 | July 30, 2024 | 2.661% (1st) | 3.007% (1st) |
| 5 | August 5, 2024 | 2.694% (1st) | 3.047% (1st) |
| 6 | August 6, 2024 | 2.988% (1st) | 3.537% (1st) |
| 7 | August 12, 2024 | 3.068% (1st) | 3.315% (1st) |
| 8 | August 13, 2024 | 3.096% (1st) | 3.097% (1st) |