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Weightlifting Fairy Kim Bok-Joo

Original title: Yeokdoyojeong Gim Bokju
  • TV Series
  • 2016–2017
  • 1h
IMDb RATING
8.3/10
15K
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POPULARITY
3,615
557
Weightlifting Fairy Kim Bok-Joo (2016)
A coming-of-age story about a group of college athletes who are fighting for their dreams, experiencing and finding love in the process, and growing every step of the way.
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A coming-of-age story about a group of college athletes who are fighting for their dreams, experiencing and finding love in the process, and growing every step of the way.A coming-of-age story about a group of college athletes who are fighting for their dreams, experiencing and finding love in the process, and growing every step of the way.A coming-of-age story about a group of college athletes who are fighting for their dreams, experiencing and finding love in the process, and growing every step of the way.

  • Stars
    • Lee Sung-kyung
    • Nam Joo-hyuk
    • Lee Jae-yoon
  • See production info at IMDbPro
  • IMDb RATING
    8.3/10
    15K
    YOUR RATING
    POPULARITY
    3,615
    557
    • Stars
      • Lee Sung-kyung
      • Nam Joo-hyuk
      • Lee Jae-yoon
    • 78User reviews
  • See production info at IMDbPro
  • Episodes16

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    Lee Sung-kyung
    Lee Sung-kyung
    • Kim Bok-joo
    • 2016–2017
    Nam Joo-hyuk
    Nam Joo-hyuk
    • Jung Joon Hyung
    • 2016–2017
    Lee Jae-yoon
    • Jeong Jae-yi
    • 2016–2017
    Cho Hye-jung
    • Jung Nan-hee
    • 2016–2017
    Lee Joo-young
    Lee Joo-young
    • Lee Soon-ok
    • 2016–2017
    Jang Young-nam
    Jang Young-nam
    • Coach Choi Seong-eun
    • 2016–2017
    Ahn Kil-kang
    Ahn Kil-kang
    • Kim Chang-gul
    • 2016–2017
    Kang Ki-young
    Kang Ki-young
    • Kim Dae-ho
    • 2016–2017
    Choi Moo-seong
    Choi Moo-seong
    • Coach Yoon Deok Man
    • 2016–2017
    Ji Il-joo
    Ji Il-joo
    • Jo Tae-kwon
    • 2016–2017
    Kim Jae-hyun
    • Kim Jae Hyeon
    • 2016–2017
    Gyeong Su Jin
    • Song Shi-ho
    • 2016–2017
    Oh Eui-Sik
    Oh Eui-Sik
    • Bang Woon Ki
    • 2016–2017
    Lee Jeong-eun
    Lee Jeong-eun
    • Joon Hyung's aunt
    • 2016–2017
    Jeong In-gi
    Jeong In-gi
    • Joon-hyung's uncle
    • 2016–2017
    Yoo Da-in
    • Go Ah Young
    • 2016–2017
    Jo Soo-hyang
    Jo Soo-hyang
    • Soo Bin
    • 2016
    Yun Yoo-sun
    Yun Yoo-sun
    • Joon-hyung's mother
    • 2016–2017
    • All cast & crew
    • Production, box office & more at IMDbPro

    User reviews78

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    10lmerana

    Lee Sung Kyung's biggest break

    I really got hooked at kdrama more after watching this. I love the soundtrack and the plot is so simple but its unique though I know that this is based on a true story. I love the chemistry between the leads ( so sad they broken up), the friends, the teachers and the uncle is so funny. The female lead has always been casted as a villain or a bad girl. It is so refreshing that she did this role. It truly suits her and her acting is good.
    10tashrimac

    quirky and cute

    This is one of my favorite shows of all time. The main couple is so lovey dovey and adorable. The entire cast is so good. I love this because of the simplicity of the plot. It's nothing complex. It's about college kids and their everyday situations. I've always liked Nam Joo Hyuk, he is so charming here. The chemistry between the main couple would definitely make you ship them. I watch this drama whenever I'm having a bad day or hard time. It cheers me up every time. Anyone wondering whether to start this or not, I 100% recommend that you won't regret your time.
    9hazidil

    A fun rom-com sports Kdrama

    This is one of the best rom-com Kdramas in 2016. The leading couple Lee Sung-Kyung and Nam Joo Hyuk is like eye candy to watch. Such a well matched on screen couple and the chemistry between the two are so good that their acting appears to be flawless.

    The flow of the story is great. Unlike in most Korean dramas where the plot makes a twist in the last 1-2 episode, this drama gradually develops to a predictable, yet well-suited ending.

    The drama tries to portray real hardships and situations faced by athletes who are majoring various sports like weightlifting, swimming and gymnastics in Sports Universities.

    This drama is definitely recommended as a stress reliever and fun to watch.
    10rahayuabubakar

    Must watch

    An inspiring sports drama. Funny, cute and motivating genre. This drama make me want to go swimming! SWAG!
    8mrsjanicedrew

    S-way!

    Kdrama at its dependable; romantic, cute, uplifting.

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      The lead characters end up dating in real life too.
    • Soundtracks
      You & I
      Performed by Kim Jong Wan (Nell)

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    • Release date
      • November 16, 2016 (United States)
    • Country of origin
      • South Korea
    • Official sites
      • KOCOWA Official Site [United States]
      • MyDramaList
    • Language
      • Korean
    • Also known as
      • Tiên Nữ Cử Tạ Kim Bok Joo
    • Production company
      • Chorokbaem Media
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      1 hour
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    • Sound mix
      • Dolby Digital
    • Aspect ratio
      • 16:9 HD

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