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Youth of May

8.7
Romance Youth Drama Melodrama Korean 12 Episodes

Hee Tae, a top student at Seoul National University College of Medicine, becomes a local hero in Gwangju. His best friend Kyung Soo, a pro-democracy activist, persuades him to open an illegal clinic for students in hiding from the government. After a factory worker is injured during a protest, Hee Tae agrees to a meeting with a potential marriage partner arranged by his father, in exchange for help transporting himself and the worker. At the meeting, Hee Tae meets Myung Hee, a nurse struggling to afford her studies abroad. Despite their different backgrounds, they fall in love. In May 1980, amidst the Gwangju Uprising, their fates intertwine. (Source: MyDramaList) ~~ Based on real events of the Gwangju Uprising that happened in the city of Gwangju, South Korea, from May 18 to May 27, 1980.

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Synopsis

Hee Tae, a top student at Seoul National University College of Medicine, becomes a local hero in Gwangju. His best friend Kyung Soo, a pro-democracy activist, persuades him to open an illegal clinic for students in hiding from the government. After a factory worker is injured during a protest, Hee Tae agrees to a meeting with a potential marriage partner arranged by his father, in exchange for help transporting himself and the worker. At the meeting, Hee Tae meets Myung Hee, a nurse struggling to afford her studies abroad. Despite their different backgrounds, they fall in love. In May 1980, amidst the Gwangju Uprising, their fates intertwine. (Source: MyDramaList) ~~ Based on real events of the Gwangju Uprising that happened in the city of Gwangju, South Korea, from May 18 to May 27, 1980.

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About "Youth of May"

"Youth of May", a captivating Korea drama that premiered in 2021 on KBS2 and masterfully combines elements of Romance, Youth, Drama and Melodrama and continues to captivate audiences worldwide.

spans 12 compelling episodes, with each episode delivering 70 minutes of engaging content.

The series has garnered significant acclaim, maintaining an impressive rating of 8.7, resonating with over 73,535 viewers on MyDramaList, ranking #166 in popularity and #222 overall on the platform.

The drama showcases an exceptional ensemble cast featuring Lee Do-hyun, Go Min-si, Lee Sang-yi, Geum Sae-rok, Oh Man-seok, Kim Won-hae, Uhm Hyo-seop, Hwang Young-hee, Shim Yi Young, Park Cheol-min, who bring their characters to life with compelling performances.

Known in Korea as "오월의 청춘", this production exemplifies the growing global appeal and rich storytelling tradition of Asian entertainment.

Details

Release Date
2021-05-03
Status
Ended
Language
Korean
Country
Korea
Network
KBS2
Seasons
1
Episodes
12
Runtime
70m
Cast
Lee Do-hyun, Go Min-si, Lee Sang-yi, Geum Sae-rok, Oh Man-seok, Kim Won-hae, Uhm Hyo-seop, Hwang Young-hee, Shim Yi Young, Park Cheol-min

MyDramaList Info

Popularity
#166
Ranked
#222
Watchers
73,535
Content Rating
15+ - Teens 15 or older
Aired On
Monday, Tuesday
Native Title
오월의 청춘

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