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The Potato Lab

  • TV Series
  • 2025–
  • 1h 10m
IMDb RATING
7.0/10
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Kang Tae-oh and Lee Sun-bin in The Potato Lab (2025)
Mi-kyung's potato-focused world changes when she meets the practical Baek-ho, sparking a spiraling romantic comedy about healing and growth.
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Mi-kyung's potato-focused world changes when she meets the practical Baek-ho, sparking a spiraling romantic comedy about healing and growth.Mi-kyung's potato-focused world changes when she meets the practical Baek-ho, sparking a spiraling romantic comedy about healing and growth.Mi-kyung's potato-focused world changes when she meets the practical Baek-ho, sparking a spiraling romantic comedy about healing and growth.

  • Stars
    • Lee Sun-bin
    • Kang Tae-oh
    • Lee Hak-joo
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  • IMDb RATING
    7.0/10
    2K
    YOUR RATING
    POPULARITY
    2,313
    341
    • Stars
      • Lee Sun-bin
      • Kang Tae-oh
      • Lee Hak-joo
    • 44User reviews
    • 6Critic reviews
  • See production info at IMDbPro
  • Episodes12

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    Lee Sun-bin
    Lee Sun-bin
    • Kim Mi-kyeong
    • 2025
    Kang Tae-oh
    Kang Tae-oh
    • So Baek-ho
    • 2025
    Lee Hak-joo
    Lee Hak-joo
    • Park Gi-se
    • 2025
    Kim Ga-eun
    Kim Ga-eun
    • Lee Ong-joo
    • 2025
    Woo Jung-won
    Woo Jung-won
    • Joo Seung-hee
    • 2025
    Lee Dae-yeon
    Lee Dae-yeon
    • Seong-joo monk (The father of Mi-kyeong and her siblings)
    • 2025
    Kwak Ja-hyoung
    Kwak Ja-hyoung
    • Go Jeong-hae
    • 2025
    Shin Hyun-Seung
    • Kim Hwan-kyeong
    • 2025
    Jung Shin-Hye
    • Yoon Hee-jin
    • 2025
    Yoo Seung-mok
    • Boo Jae-joong
    • 2025
    Nam Hyun-woo
    • Kwon Hee-dong
    • 2025
    Kim Kyu-chul
    • Hong Soon-ik
    • 2025
    Kim Ji Ah
    • Jang Seul-gi
    • 2025
    Yoon Jung-sub
    • Lee Choong-hyeon
    • 2025
    Kim Cha-yoon
    • Choi Ji-hyeon
    • 2025
    Lee Seung-chul
    • Sunnyeo shaman
    • 2025
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    8TimoN-60

    Strange end

    What on earth happened in the end? Okay, this was a romantic comedy, the characters were a littlebit exaggerated, but somehow funny and still enough credible. I think that 12 parts was good choice, because it seemed that writers had nothing else to give. Still, the last 8 minutes in the end of the series almost ruined the whole story. I'am embarrassed. Is there going to be a sequel or was it just a joke. Just let it be, these characters does not have anything else to give. Actors did their job well, I loved the female lead actress, the way she did to perform furious but still sensitive woman was enjoyable.
    7lilianaoana

    More comedy than romance

    It's a drama leaning heavily on the comedy and it actually works, only to the detriment of showing us real people to root for. The comedy takes up so much space that there almost isn't any left for real talk and real issues, and whatever pops up, and there actually is quite a lot to delve into, is brushed aside after a few dramatic scenes for some more comic relief. So it left me dissatisfied with how some of the conflicts are resolved.

    Mi-kyung gets over So Baek-ho's past actions too easily, apparently because his looks are lethal and she just cannot stay mad at him. On-ju's betrayal barely registers, when in fact On-ju could have spared her months of her doubting herself and stumbling in the dark. For all of Mi-kyung's verbal and physical abuse, she seems to forgive and forget all too easily, which in the real world would actually make her a doormat. Plus her brother is solely used for comic relief and I really felt for that poor guy. The chairman's daughter is excused for forcing herself into a man's life just because she was madly in love.

    So it's a drama that you're not supposed to take seriously really, so the dramatic moments do not get much of a resolution, although I must say the acting is pretty good and effective, for both the comedy and the drama. Mi-kyung abuses her eyebrow movements a little too much and also there's no real explanation as to where her tattooed eyebrows went from one episode to the next, but let's chalk that up to the comedy, which I believe was the intended purpose. I appreciated that the lead actress has a distinct look that sets her apart from the general leading ladies of k-drama.

    The ending made no sense, I don't get how they got those jobs, but again I'm overthinking things.

    They're cute, it works, I was waiting every week for the two episodes, not each episode was worth the wait, but there is some magic at play here.
    9Srjyreviews

    A Perfect Korean Potato 🥔 drama

    If "Potato Lab" were a dish, it'd be a bold fusion of science, creativity, and quirky humor. This series dives deep into the bizarre yet fascinating world of experimental science, making even the mundane potato the star of a thrilling narrative. Each episode feels like a chaotic, yet well-orchestrated science fair, where experiments are both awe-inspiring and laugh-out-loud funny. The characters, equal parts eccentric and relatable, add depth to this scientific rollercoaster. From crafting impossible inventions to solving mysteries with a side of potato puns, "Potato Lab" captures the imagination with its unique blend of education and entertainment. Whether you're a science geek or just someone looking for a good laugh, it's a series that leaves a lasting impression.
    7klrob-47841

    Couldn't watch Female Lead anymore

    I thought this would be a fun series but the female lead ruined it and really turned me off of this series. The rest of the cast is great and I was really looking forward to seeing the male lead in another series.

    I stopped the series in episode 2 because it would put me in the worst mood watching thanks to the female lead. The female lead really leaves a bad taste. She's excessive, angry, childish, and over all feels like she's just a bad person. I couldn't stand to watch anymore because of this character alone. Not sure why they needed to take it to this extreme. It's not fun to watch.

    I don't think I will finish it.
    9yourseoulfully

    That handsome guy from Woo young woo kdrama!

    I'm pretty sure you've all seen Kang Tae Oh play Lee Jun-ho in the well-known Netflix series "Extraordinary Attorney Woo Young-woo." Well, he's the one who drew me into this charming 12-episode love story featuring a feisty potato researcher as the female lead. She's healing from a past relationship while living in the countryside, and our male lead, So Baek-ho, is intense, daring, and bold.

    The story may seem cliche, but it doesn't get boring. You might find the female lead a bit over the top and annoying at first, but trust me, it gets better. Her character is not the typical cookie-cutter female lead, which makes her more interesting. The cast has done a splendid job in their roles, and I found the second lead couples quite cute-I ended up rooting for them more than I expected.

    As for the main leads, they embody the classic enemies-to-lovers trope. The male lead is super handsome, while the female lead is pretty! I loved their chemistry; it had me kicking my feet under my blankets! It's definitely worth watching at least once-you might even end up binge-watching it in one sitting!

    Thank you for taking the time to read this, and I hope you have a wonderful day!

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    • Release date
      • March 1, 2025 (United States)
    • Country of origin
      • South Korea
    • Official sites
      • Official Site (South Korea)
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    • Language
      • Korean
    • Also known as
      • Potato Research Center
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      • CJ ENM Studios
      • Chorokbaem Media
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      • 1h 10m(70 min)
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