Twenty Five Twenty One

8.4
20221h 15m

Production

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In a time when dreams seem out of reach, a teen fencer pursues big ambitions and meets a hardworking young man who seeks to rebuild his life.

Trailers & Videos

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Official Trailer [ENG SUB]

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Official Teaser [ENG SUB]

Seasons

16 Episodes • Premiered 2022

The dreams of two young people are crushed by an overwhelming financial crisis in the 1990s. But when they reunite at the ages of 25 and 21, the spirited pair finds friendship and affection in times of adversity as they venture into adulthood together.

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1. Episode 1

7.0

When the IMF financial crisis threatens to slash Na Hee-do's dreams, she sets out to get herself transferred to another school with a fencing program.

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2. Episode 2

8.7

Though taken aback by Ko Yu-rim's cold attitude, Hee-do gives it her best in their first face-off. More of Back Yi-jin's situation comes into focus.

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3. Episode 3

8.0

When a fortuitous opportunity presents itself, Hee-do begs her coach for extra training. An unanticipated visitor comes around hoping to see Yi-jin.

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4. Episode 4

8.2

In exchange for a favor, Hee-do carries out a daily errand for Moon Ji-woong. She happens across a drunk Yi-jin after he fails another job interview.

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5. Episode 5

8.7

Hee-do takes one giant leap closer to her dream. She's eager to tell Yi-jin the good news — but realizes he's disappeared without a trace.

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6. Episode 6

8.7

Tensions run high between Hee-do and Yu-rim before an important event. Yi-jin takes on a new assignment, and spots a familiar face in the crowd.

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7. Episode 7

8.7

A frustrating media narrative dampens a monumental moment for Hee-do. Yi-jin chases down the only person who may be able to set things right.

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8. Episode 8

8.3

Hee-do perceives a growing distance between herself and Yi-jin, even as he moves back into the neighborhood. Trouble at home adds to Yu-rim's stress.

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9. Episode 9

9.2

As Yu-rim's perspective on Hee-do shifts, so does her behavior. While Hee-do avoids seeing Yi-jin, he volunteers for a special documentary project.

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10. Episode 10

9.0

Under the guise of work, Yi-jin takes Hee-do and Yu-rim on a weekend getaway to the ocean — and agrees to let Ji Seung-wan and Ji-woong tag along.

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11. Episode 11

8.7

Hee-do grows upset when her career-obsessed mother fails to keep a promise. Yi-jin helps out Ji-woong's plans for a grand gesture at a music festival.

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12. Episode 12

8.7

Unable to hold back from putting an end to a teacher's abusive behavior, Seung-wan stands her ground. Hee-do and Yu-rim support a distraught teammate.

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13. Episode 13

8.7

Warnings about allowing his personal ties to affect his work weigh heavily on Yi-jin. The school fencing team enters their last competition together.

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14. Episode 14

8.7

Shouldering the burdens of a sudden misfortune in her family, Yu-rim arrives at a decision that places her in hot water with the public.

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15. Episode 15

8.3

Hee-do once again finds herself opposite her most formidable opponent. Yi-jin is busier than ever after transferring to another department.

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16. Episode 16

8.3

In an emotionally charged exchange, Hee-do and Yi-jin confront the state of their relationship. Hee-do accidentally leaves her diary on a bus.

Cast

Photo of Kim Tae-ri

Kim Tae-ri

Na Hee-do

Photo of Nam Joo-hyuk

Nam Joo-hyuk

Baek Yi-jin

Photo of Bona

Bona

Ko Yu-rim

Photo of Choi Hyun-wook

Choi Hyun-wook

Moon Ji-woong

Photo of Lee Ju-myoung

Lee Ju-myoung

Ji Seung-wan

Photo of Kim Hye-eun

Kim Hye-eun

Yang Chan-mi

Photo of Choi Myeong-bin

Choi Myeong-bin

Kim Min-chae

Photo of Joo Bo-young

Joo Bo-young

Lee Ye-ji

Photo of Choi Min-yeong

Choi Min-yeong

Baek Yi-hyun

Photo of Kim So-hyun

Kim So-hyun

Adult Na Hee-do

Photo of Park Yoon-hee

Park Yoon-hee

Baek Sung-hak

Photo of Kim Young-sun

Kim Young-sun

Yi-jin's Mother

Photo of So Hee-jung

So Hee-jung

Seung-wan's Mother

Photo of Seo Jae-hee

Seo Jae-hee

Shin Jae-kyung

Photo of Lee Ye-jin

Lee Ye-jin

Park Han-sol

Photo of Heo Ji-na

Heo Ji-na

Yu-rim's Mother

Photo of Kim Dong-gyun

Kim Dong-gyun

Yu-rim's Father

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Reviews

C

CarsonTrent

10/10

*** WARNING MILD SPOILERS ***

Title: An incredible achievement in capturing that fleeting moment in young love when all seems infinite until it isn't and "controlling the distance" in life and sports

This series is one of the most moving coming of age stories I have watched in my life. In my opinion it should be viewed by a more mature audience of 30+, as most of the second half takes place in that bitter-sweet spot where life is no longer filled with possibilities but where youth is still close enough to be seen through a lens colored in a less pinkish hue than the first time around and properly analyzed in order to go on towards middle age and beyond.

Kim Tae Ri gives life to one of the most memorable characters I have ever seen in film or TV (I am including here all that Hollywood has ever done).

10* quality drama which is NOT for teenagers.

The only TV show that is close to this one in depth and wisdom is the masterpiece "My Mister" 2018, another k drama with Lee Seon Kyoon and IU.

I'll end with another quote from this show:"You can't live in this World if you only know how to break". Highly recommended!

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