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Melancholia

2021·Show
16Episodes in1Season
IMDb7.3
Episode ratings

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NetflixThe RokuRakuten VikiTubi TV

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Melancholia fingerprint

High energy, big heart.

Energy

Nerve-racking and spectacular

Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.

  • Tension9
  • Spectacle7
  • Adrenaline6

Heart

Profoundly sad and moving

  • Melancholy9
  • Pathos8
  • Catharsis8

Humor

Some sharp wit and satire

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay6
  • Satire & Parody5
  • Cringe Humor3

World

The mind, society, and everyday modern life

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

  • World Immersion8
  • Dialogue Centrality8
  • Rewatchability7

Craft

Standout performances, characters, and direction

Layered plot that rewards full attention.

  • Acting9
  • Character Depth9
  • Intrigue9

Style

Standout cinematography, editing, and score

  • Cinematography8
  • Editing8
  • Music Composition8

Who it's for

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Episode ratings

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About

A sexual scandal between a math teacher and a student in a prestigious high school ended in tragedy. 4 years later they meet again, now as adults, to reveal the corruptions in school and to regain one's reputation as a teacher.
K-DramaPsychological ThrillerSchool CorruptionRevenge DramaForbidden RomanceSocial CommentaryReputation & RedemptionNon-Linear NarrativeIntense MelodramaCharacter-Driven

Crew

Directed by:
Kim Sang-hyub
Written by:
Kim Ji-woon

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

Media

Questions about Melancholia

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Where can I stream Melancholia legally?

NetflixThe RokuRakuten VikiTubi TV

Melancholia is included with a subscription to Netflix and Rakuten Viki in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Rakuten Viki and Tubi TV. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Melancholia worth watching?

73
GoodGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 74/100 (IMDb 7.3). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Melancholia rated?

Sexual contentStrong languageDisturbing imagery

Content advisories: sexual content, strong language, and disturbing imagery.

How many seasons does Melancholia have?

1 season

It has 1 season with 16 episodes of about 66 minutes each.

When did Melancholia air?

It ran from 2021 to 2021 and has ended.

What language is Melancholia in?

KoreanHindi

It was made in Korean, with some Hindi. Produced in South Korea.

In how many countries can I watch Melancholia?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Melancholia in 117 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.