The Dream Life of Mr Kim K-drama OTT release date: When and where to watch Ryu Seung-ryong's comedy series

The Dream Life of Mr Kim OTT release date: The upcoming K-drama blends workplace politics, employee rivalries, slice-of-life drama, all mixed up with comical elements.

The Dream Life of Mr Kim 

Netflix's latest K-drama The Dream Life of Mr Kim tells the Story of a general manager Kim who works at a reputed company and has a mansion in Seoul. The series promises to show the real-life achievements which maximum citizens of Korea dream to fulfil but mostly fails due to the nation's expensive lifestyle. The Dream Life of Mr Kim blends the reality of life with comedy elements to portray the truth in a light-hearted manner following a wealthy man's luxurious lifestyle who leads good life with his family in the bustling city of Seoul.

When and where to watch The Dream Life of Mr Kim

The K-drama drops on Netflix on October 25 and will end on November 30, 2025. With limited twelve episodes, The Dream Life of Mr Kim will be releasing on weekly basis every Saturdays and Sundays. Each episode has 1-hour-10-minute runtime duration. The K-drama features Ryu Seung-ryong in the lead, along with Myung Se-bin, Cha Kang-yoon, Yoo Seung-mok, Lee Shin-ki, and Lee Seo-hwan in pictorial roles.

What to expect from The Dream Life of Mr Kim

The story follows the life of Kim Nak-soo who's in his fifties and is a successful manager at a large corporation. He appears to be wealthy with a secured job and a happy family. However, things take a turn sudden after twenty five years of his job, making his life go upside down by a demotion and a devastating personal crisis. He loses not only his standing at work but also his family.

While being in extreme shock, Kim Nak-soo stumbles upon a mysterious antique bookstore. This discovery literally transports him into alternate 'dreamscapes' where he experiences the lives he once left behind, including a jazz pianist and a baker. The motto of the K-drama is to show that it's never too late to start over as Mr Kim's journey proves that life can offer a new beginning, even in middle age.

K-drama fans can expect a warm and witty blend of comedy and drama as the narrative offers a realistic, slice-of-life look at Korean society, while also featuring surreal, fantastical elements. Despite having fantasy elements, The Dream Life of Mr Kim is grounded in relatable struggles that can resonate across generations. The series also has emotional ups and downs with gentle humor, creating an uplifting and inspiring story about self-discovery.

FAQs:

Q. When and where to watch The Dream Life of Mr Kim?

A. The Dream Life of Mr Kim is releasing on Netflix on October 25. The K-drama has twelve episodes, each to be released weekly basis and end on November 30, 2025.

Q. Who are the cast members of The Dream Life of Mr Kim?

A. The Dream Life of Mr Kim features Ryu Seung-ryong in the lead, along with Myung Se-bin, Cha Kang-yoon, Yoo Seung-mok, Lee Shin-ki, and Lee Seo-hwan in pictorial roles.

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