Our Blooming Youth

The importance of Our Blooming Youth has been the subject of debate and reflection for years. Our Blooming Youth has had a significant impact on multiple aspects of society and daily life. Since its emergence, Our Blooming Youth has aroused the interest and curiosity of experts in different fields, as well as the general population. In this article, we will explore the background of Our Blooming Youth, its evolution over time, and its relevance today. Likewise, we will analyze the possible future implications of Our Blooming Youth and its influence in different areas.

Our Blooming Youth
Promotional poster
Hangul
청춘월담
Hanja
靑春월담
Literal meaningA Tale of Youth
Revised RomanizationCheongchunwoldam
McCune–ReischauerCh'ŏngch'unwŏltam
Genre
Developed byStudio Dragon (planning)[3]
Written byJung Hyeon-jeong[3]
Directed byLee Jong-jae[3]
Starring
Music byNam Hye-seung
Country of originSouth Korea
Original languageKorean
No. of episodes20
Production
Executive producerSoo Jae-hyun
Producers
  • Oh Seul-gi
  • Ji Yong-ho
Running time70 minutes[1]
Production companyStory & Pictures Media[3]
Original release
NetworktvN
ReleaseFebruary 6 (2023-02-06) –
April 11, 2023 (2023-04-11)

Our Blooming Youth (Korean: 청춘월담) is a 2023 South Korean television series directed by Lee Jong-jae, and starring Park Hyung-sik, Jeon So-nee, Pyo Ye-jin, Yoon Jong-seok, and Lee Tae-sun. It aired on tvN from February 6, 2023, every Monday and Tuesday at 20:50 or 8:50 PM (12-hour clock) (KST).[4] It is also available for streaming on Amazon Prime Video in Southeast Asia and Viki in all other regions.[5][6]

Synopsis

Crown Prince Lee Hwan, already under suspicion in the poisoning death of his older brother, receives a mysterious prophecy concerning his own death. He crosses paths with noblewoman Min Jae-yi, who is on the run after being framed for the murder of her family. They agree to help each other.[7][8]

Cast

Main

A lonely crown prince who holds the secret of a mysterious curse.
A genius girl who pursues the truth while being framed for the murder of her immediate family.
Min Jae-yi's only friend.
  • Yoon Jong-seok as Han Seong-on[9]
Lee Hwan's friend and Min Jae-yi's fiancée.
The best person in Joseon who studied everything in the world.

Supporting

People around Han Seong-on

Left State Councillor and the head of the prestigious Yeongsan Han family.

People around Kim Myung-jin

Chief State Councillor who protects the neutrality of the court and stands firmly on the side of the Crown Prince in the palace.
Bok-soo's husband who is the owner of a tavern together with his wife is known for their generosity.
Man-dok's wife.
The owner of a building that renting Manyeondang to Myung-jin.
Kim Myung-jin's teacher who has gray-haired long hair looks like a god, not a monk. Some people call him a taoist.

People in the Palace

  • Heo Won-seo as Tae-gang / Tae-san[16][17]
A silent escort who always follows Lee Hwan like a shadow.
Crown Prince's eunuch with the title of the senior 5th rank.
  • Park Won-ho as Eunuch Cha[18]
Crown Prince's eunuch.
Crown Prince's eunuch.

Royal Palace

Lee Hwan's father who ruled Joseon.
The Queen and niece of Right State Councillor Cho Won-bo.
Right State Councillor and head of the Queen's family.
The king's beloved daughter and Lee Hwan's younger sister.
  • Im Han-bin as Grand Prince Myeongan[21][22]
Lee Hwan's younger half-brother who was born as a child to Gye-bi and the King.

Others

The deceased crown prince who died three years ago.
  • Seo Tae-hwa as Min Ho-seung[24]
Min Jae-yi's deceased father.
  • Jo Jae-ryong as Cho Won-oh[25]
Cho Won-bo's cousin who is a criminal judge.
  • Kim Tae-hyang as Yoon Seung-beom[26]
A loyal butler of Han family.

Special appearance

Original soundtrack

Part 1

Released on February 14, 2023[37][38]
No.TitleLyricsMusicArtistLength
1."In My Heart" (이 내 맘)
  • Nam Hye-seung
  • Janet Seo
  • Nam Hye-seung
  • Park Sang-hee
Cheeze3:51
2."In My Heart" (이 내 맘; Inst.) 
  • Nam Hye-seung
  • Park Sang-hee
 3:51
Total length:7:42

Part 2

Released on February 28, 2023[39][40]
No.TitleLyricsMusicArtistLength
1."Wind" (바람)
  • Nam Hye-seung
  • Park Jin-ho
  • Nam Hye-seung
  • Park Jin-ho
Jongho (Ateez)4:23
2."Wind" (바람; Inst.) 
  • Nam Hye-seung
  • Park Jin-ho
 4:23
Total length:8:46

Viewership

Our Blooming Youth : South Korea viewers per episode (thousands)
SeasonEpisode numberAverage
1234567891011121314151617181920
18527977867557697016947226406977918067877878126937857417431015769
Source: Audience measurement performed nationwide by Nielsen Korea.[41]
Average TV viewership ratings
Ep. Original broadcast date Average audience share
(Nielsen Korea)[41]
Nationwide Seoul
1 February 6, 2023 4.219% (1st) 5.012% (1st)
2 February 7, 2023 3.572% (1st) 4.295% (1st)
3 February 13, 2023 3.717% (1st) 4.454% (1st)
4 February 14, 2023 3.619% (1st) 4.237% (1st)
5 February 20, 2023 3.556% (1st) 4.183% (1st)
6 February 21, 2023 3.374% (2nd) 3.696% (2nd)
7 February 27, 2023 3.356% (1st) 4.021% (1st)
8 February 28, 2023 3.607% (1st) 4.385% (1st)
9 March 6, 2023 3.287% (1st) 3.711% (1st)
10 March 7, 2023 3.413% (1st) 3.754% (1st)
11 March 13, 2023 3.598% (1st) 4.007% (1st)
12 March 14, 2023 3.651% (1st) 4.144% (1st)
13 March 20, 2023 3.789% (1st) 4.351% (1st)
14 March 21, 2023 3.825% (1st) 4.332% (1st)
15 March 27, 2023 3.785% (1st) 4.201% (1st)
16 March 28, 2023 3.242% (2nd) 3.436% (2nd)
17 April 3, 2023 3.869% (1st) 4.286% (1st)
18 April 4, 2023 3.830% (1st) 4.628% (1st)
19 April 10, 2023 3.740% (1st) 4.016% (1st)
20 April 11, 2023 4.877% (1st) 5.596% (1st)
Average 3.696% 4.237%
  • In the table above, the blue numbers represent the lowest ratings and the red numbers represent the highest ratings.
  • This series aired on a cable channel/pay TV which normally has a relatively smaller audience compared to free-to-air TV/public broadcasters (KBS, SBS, MBC and EBS).

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    • "Ep. 1" (in Korean). Nielsen Korea. February 6, 2023. Archived from the original on February 7, 2023. Retrieved February 7, 2023.
    • "Ep. 2" (in Korean). Nielsen Korea. February 7, 2023. Archived from the original on February 8, 2023. Retrieved February 8, 2023.
    • "Ep. 3" (in Korean). Nielsen Korea. February 13, 2023. Archived from the original on February 14, 2023. Retrieved February 14, 2023.
    • "Ep. 4" (in Korean). Nielsen Korea. February 14, 2023. Archived from the original on February 15, 2023. Retrieved February 15, 2023.
    • "Ep. 5" (in Korean). Nielsen Korea. February 20, 2023. Archived from the original on February 21, 2023. Retrieved February 21, 2023.
    • "Ep. 6" (in Korean). Nielsen Korea. February 21, 2023. Archived from the original on February 22, 2023. Retrieved February 22, 2023.
    • "Ep. 7" (in Korean). Nielsen Korea. February 27, 2023. Archived from the original on February 28, 2023. Retrieved February 28, 2023.
    • "Ep. 8" (in Korean). Nielsen Korea. February 28, 2023. Archived from the original on March 1, 2023. Retrieved March 1, 2023.
    • "Ep. 9" (in Korean). Nielsen Korea. March 6, 2023. Archived from the original on March 7, 2023. Retrieved March 7, 2023.
    • "Ep. 10" (in Korean). Nielsen Korea. March 7, 2023. Archived from the original on March 8, 2023. Retrieved March 8, 2023.
    • "Ep. 11" (in Korean). Nielsen Korea. March 13, 2023. Retrieved March 14, 2023.
    • "Ep. 12" (in Korean). Nielsen Korea. March 14, 2023. Archived from the original on March 15, 2023. Retrieved March 15, 2023.
    • "Ep. 13" (in Korean). Nielsen Korea. March 20, 2023. Archived from the original on March 21, 2023. Retrieved March 21, 2023.
    • "Ep. 14" (in Korean). Nielsen Korea. March 21, 2023. Archived from the original on March 22, 2023. Retrieved March 22, 2023.
    • "Ep. 15" (in Korean). Nielsen Korea. March 27, 2023. Archived from the original on March 28, 2023. Retrieved March 28, 2023.
    • "Ep. 16" (in Korean). Nielsen Korea. March 28, 2023. Archived from the original on March 29, 2023. Retrieved March 29, 2023.
    • "Ep. 17" (in Korean). Nielsen Korea. April 3, 2023. Archived from the original on April 4, 2023. Retrieved April 4, 2023.
    • "Ep. 18" (in Korean). Nielsen Korea. April 4, 2023. Archived from the original on April 5, 2023. Retrieved April 5, 2023.
    • "Ep. 19" (in Korean). Nielsen Korea. April 10, 2023. Archived from the original on April 10, 2023. Retrieved April 11, 2023.
    • "Ep. 20" (in Korean). Nielsen Korea. April 11, 2023. Archived from the original on April 12, 2023. Retrieved April 12, 2023.