Our Movie

“Our Movie” (Korean: “우리 영화”) is a 2025 South Korean melodrama broadcasted on SBS and available for streaming on Disney+. Directed by Lee Jung‑heum, scripted by Han Ga‑eun, Kang Kyung‑min, and starring Namgoong Min, Jeon Yeo‑been.

Plot Synopsis

Lee Je‑ha (Namgoong Min) is a film director who soared with a successful debut, but has since fallen victim to the dreaded “sophomore slump.” Hemmed in by creative block, he returns to work on his second project – a film centered on a terminally ill subject.

Lee Da‑eum (Jeon Yeo‑been) is an aspiring actress diagnosed with a rare, life-limiting illness. Deciding to embrace every moment, she joins Je-ha’s project, determined to live as the protagonist of her story.Together, they embark on making a movie that mirrors their own fraught lives – finding solace, healing, and love in the process.

Cast & Characters

Main Cast

• Namkoong Min as Lee Je‑ha, the pressured director struggling to follow up a hit.
• Jeon Yeo‑been as Lee Da‑eum, the bright yet terminally ill actress with a zest for living.
• Lee Seol portrays Chae Seo‑young, a successful actress in the industry.
• Seo Hyun‑woo plays Boo Seung‑won, a producer connected to Je‑ha’s film.

Audience Reception

Early episodes have registered moderate ratings – from around 4 % nationally – reflecting steady interest and room to grow. Its blend of romance and melodrama is gaining traction among viewers drawn to heartfelt storytelling.

Why It’s Worth Watching

Emotionally Resonant

Tackles themes of creative burnout and terminal illness with sincerity and depth.

Star Appeal

Namkoong Min brings nuanced intensity to a director in crisis, while Jeon Yeo‑been shines as an actress embracing life’s fragility.

Metafilmic Magic

The drama’s story-within-a-story structure – making a movie about life – adds a reflective, layered narrative edge.

Cinematic Execution

With strong writing, direction, and musical scoring by Kim Tae‑seung, it promises a rich viewing experience.

Final Thoughts

“Our Movie” is a tender, artful portrayal of two soul-searching creatives: one fighting artistic stagnation, the other racing against time. As they collaborate on a film that mirrors their inner journeys, they forge a connection that goes beyond reel and real. For fans of introspective romantic dramas with a strong cinematic core, this series is a compelling pick.

Where to Watch

Broadcast Schedule

Premiered on SBS.

Streaming Access

• South Korea: Disney+.
• U.S.: Hulu.
• Globally: Disney+.

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