The anticipation is over! Byeon Woo Seok’s beloved drama, Lovely Runner, is set to make its debut on Netflix this August following a successful run on tvN and Viki. Fans are thrilled as the show, which captured hearts worldwide, will now be available on the global OTT platform. Initially passed over by Netflix, the drama returns to much fanfare just two months after its finale, promising to be a major highlight in Netflix’s K-content library.
Netflix recently confirmed that Lovely Runner, featuring Byeon Woo Seok and Kim Hye Yoon, will be available for streaming starting August 1. The announcement on July 15 created a frenzy among fans, with comments ranging from amusement at Netflix’s change of heart to relief that the show will now be accessible to a wider audience. However, availability will vary by country, and the official list of regions where the show will be available is yet to be revealed.
Currently, Lovely Runner can be streamed on platforms such as TVING (Korea), U-Next (Japan), Vidio (Indonesia), Viki, and Viu (selected regions). The drama premiered on Total Variety Network on April 8 and enjoyed a successful run until May 28, garnering impressive ratings.
On Viki, the drama has been a favorite among global audiences, achieving the highest weekly viewership among 2024 dramas. Byeon Woo Seok’s starrer became a sensation, reaching No.1 in viewership ratings in 130 regions during its sixth week of broadcast, according to Rakuten Viki.
Lovely Runner follows the story of Ryu Sun Jae, portrayed by Byeon Woo Seok, the lead vocalist of an imaginary boy group. This time slip drama, based on the web novel ‘The Best of Tomorrow’ by illustrator Doong Doong, focuses on Sun Jae’s romance with his devoted fan Im Sol, played by Kim Hye Yoon. After receiving tragic news of her idol’s suicide, Im Sol finds herself transported back in time, where she crosses paths with Sun Jae, giving them a chance to rewrite history.
