Phoenix

2020·Show
120Episodes in1Season
47
MediocreGoodWatch score

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Phoenix fingerprint

Strong craft, a touch of humor.

Energy

Calm and low-key

Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.

  • Tension6
  • Fast Pace4
  • Spectacle3

Heart

Deeply romantic and moving

Much of it is about family.

  • Romance9
  • Pathos8
  • Family Dynamics8

Humor

Some sharp wit

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay5
  • Situational Comedy2
  • Cringe Humor2

World

Everyday modern life, family, and class and money

  • Dialogue Centrality8
  • World Immersion7
  • Rewatchability6

Craft

Standout performances and characters

  • Acting8
  • Character Depth8
  • Direction7

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Music Composition7
  • Music Centrality7
  • Cinematography6

Who it's for

AdultsFamily Movie NightFriends NightIntergenerationalPartner WatchPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensBinge-FriendlyThought-Provoking

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About

Ji Eun is the daughter of a wealthy chaebol family. She is bright, humorous, beautiful, and smart. Ji Eun meets Se Hoon, who runs a small furniture workshop. Unlike Ji Eun, Se Hoon comes from a poor family background. He was once the top student at a prestigious university, but he had to drop out due to his sick mother. Nevertheless, Ji Eun falls deeply in love with Se Hoon. She confesses her feelings to him. Se Hoon is also in love with Ji Eun, but he turns her down due to the extreme differences in their backgrounds. Eventually, Se Hoon is unable to bury his feelings any longer and they decide to marry.
Korean DramaRomantic MelodramaClass ConflictWealth DisparityForbidden LoveEmotional JourneyCharacter-DrivenDramatic StorytellingDestiny & Fate

Crew

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Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

Media

Questions about Phoenix

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Where can I stream Phoenix legally?

Phoenix is included with a subscription to Crunchyroll, OnDemandKorea, and Kocowa in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Hoopla, OnDemandKorea, and Tubi TV. You can also rent or buy it from Amazon Video. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Phoenix worth watching?

47
MediocreGoodWatch score

Reviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 48/100 (IMDb 4.5). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

How many seasons does Phoenix have?

1 season

It has 1 season with 120 episodes.

When did Phoenix air?

It ran from 2020 to 2021 and has ended.

What language is Phoenix in?

Korean

It was made in Korean. Produced in South Korea.

In how many countries can I watch Phoenix?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Phoenix in 33 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does Phoenix use?

Hero with Bad PublicityElevator ConferenceThe SquadetteOvert RendezvousNon-Indicative First EpisodeCaptain ObviousEek, a Mouse!!Kinder and CleanerJustice by Other Legal MeansBooby TrapAmoral AttorneyOnly Bad Guys Call Their Lawyersand 24 more

TV Tropes lists 36 storytelling tropes for Phoenix, including Hero with Bad Publicity, Elevator Conference, The Squadette.

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