Snowdrop
Title: 설강화 / Snowdrop
Genre: Period, Romance
Episodes: 16 (To Be Confirmed)
Broadcast network: jTBC
Broadcast period: 2021-Dec-18 to 2022-Feb-05
Air time: Saturday & Sunday 22:30
Synopsis
Snowdrop is set against the backdrop of the 1987 Democracy Movement, which was a mass protest movement with the purpose of forcing the then-current authoritarian government in South Korea to hold fair elections. As a result of mass protests, democratic elections were held in December 1987, which would later lead to the end of authoritarian rule in South Korea and the establishment of democratic rule in the Sixth Republic of Korea.
Im Soo Ho (Jung Hae In) plays a graduate student who, after participating in a pro-democracy protest, is discovered covered in blood by Eun Young Ro (Jisoo), a female university student. The girl hides him from the government in her dorm room at her women’s university. However, it is revealed that Soo-ho is not who he appears to be. Against the backdrop of political upheaval, the pair’s story unfolds and the two develop a romantic relationship.
Cast
Main Cast
Jung Hae In as Im Soo Ho
Jisoo as Eun Young Ro
Jang Seung Jo as Lee Kang Moo
Yoo In Na as Kang Chung Ya
Yoon Se Ah as Pi Seung Hee
Kim Hye Yoon as Kye Boon Ok
Jung Yoo Jin as Jang Han Na
Supporting Cast
Heo Joon Ho as Eun Chang Soo (Young Ro’s father)
Yum Jung Ah
Production Credits
Production Companies: Drama House, JTBC Studios
Director: Jo Hyun Tak
Screenwriter: Yoo Hyun Mi
Episode Ratings
| Date | Episode | AGB | TNmS |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021-12-18 | 1 | 2.985 | - |
| 2021-12-19 | 2 | 3.898 | - |
| 2021-12-24 | 3 | 1.853 | - |
| 2021-12-25 | 4 | 1.689 | - |
| 2021-12-26 | 5 | 2.751 | - |
| 2022-01-01 | 6 | 1.912 | - |
| 2022-01-02 | 7 | 3.252 | - |
| 2022-01-08 | 8 | 2.584 | - |
| 2022-01-09 | 9 | 3.064 | - |
| 2022-01-15 | 10 | 2.571 | - |
| 2022-01-16 | 11 | 3.017 | - |
| 2022-01-22 | 12 | 2.521 | - |
| 2022-01-23 | 13 | 2.798 | - |
| 2022-01-29 | 14 | ||
| 2022-01-30 | 15 | ||
| 2022-02-05 | 16 |
Sources: TNmS Media Korea & AGB Nielsen Korea (Nationwide)
*** Note: This drama is aired on Pay-TV channel which has fewer viewers than Free-TV channels. So, please don’t be surprised with the low rating. ***
Poster
Trailer:-
– Official Trailer
– Trailer I
– Trailer II
– Music Prologue
Watch Online in Viki.com (Coming Soon)
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November 23rd, 2021 at 2:23 am
Best of luck jisoo.I hope these drama will be a successful
November 24th, 2021 at 1:50 pm
hopefully not just visual …haha… all the best!
November 24th, 2021 at 2:25 pm
Like this type of story. This will further feed my curiosity about the fight for democracy in Gwajngju. (Had watched The Taxi Driver. Enlightening drama.) Besides I like the actor, Jung Hae In.
Will look forward to this drama.
December 2nd, 2021 at 5:33 pm
Came across news today .. that certain parts of drama regarding historical events are not in line with the facts.
So whats going to happen now? Will screening be delayed or will it be on as scheduled?
December 19th, 2021 at 5:19 pm
Kenapa skrg cast namanya ga lengkap
December 24th, 2021 at 11:58 am
Latest news reported, inspite of protests re some historical distortion, the drama will continue screening. Good going. But not for me unfortunately. Cuz its being screened at stations I not a member. A disappointment. Especially when I like the story and Actor Jung Hae In. He was a laugh in Prisoner Playbook.
December 27th, 2021 at 7:25 pm
There were some serious online discussions between some people who are familiar with the history of the Democratic Movement 1987.
I am glad that I stumbled upon these discussions. Cuz I got an insight into what the Movement was about and why uniformed men were brutal to the protesters at that time. It sure was a sad time indeed.
Now that I know better about the Movement, if I were to watch the show, I would definitely be able to differentiate what is real and what is fiction. Anyway when we watch a k-drama, as viewers, we invariably know that we are not watching a documentary. So would expect a mix of fact and fiction in it.
Moreover, as JTBC had said, if we were to follow the drama unfolds as it makes its run to the end, we will get to realise that the drama is just a fiction after all.
Anyway, whatever, there are obviously two camps to the screening of this particular drama – FOR and AGAINST. Both camps have their valid reasons. So …
1) FOR the screening … it is hoped that viewers will have the faith of the opposite camp that nothing adverse will result, such as getting their brains re-organised regarding the facts of the movement.
2) AGAINST the screening … understandably there are still lingering sensitivities and hurts present. However the reality is, maybe its time to let go. How about opening the book and share the story of the Democracy Movement 1987 with the world? Keep the memories in the heart instead. As for distortion of history, have faith in the viewers. Truth will prevail.
Please read the above notes with an open mind. The notes are not meant to offend anybody. They are just my point of view. Nothing political or meant to hurt feelings. My apologies should anyone feel offended. Peace !! ❤
Thank you.
December 30th, 2021 at 12:10 am
Good news :
” The Seoul Western District Court ruled in favour of JTBC on Wednesday, and gave it the green light to continue airing its controversial drama “Snowdrop “.
Yim Seung Hye
Korea JoongAng Daily
29.12.2021
December 30th, 2021 at 6:47 pm
@buddymuddy —
Thanks for the update – and happy the drama will continue. Give the writers a chance to do their job.
Good to see Jung Hae-In again.
December 31st, 2021 at 9:26 pm
#9 Sun Flower
You’re welcome.
I am happy too that the drama can continue to screen. But where I am, its not screened yet. Looking forward to it.
Wishing you A Happy New Year 2022 !!
January 2nd, 2022 at 5:58 pm
@ buddymuddy –
Jung Hae In is one of my favorite actors.
I have not seen this drama as it is not airing in my area, but quite a few people are as the postings on different websites very high.
Happy and Safe New Year to you also.
January 3rd, 2022 at 12:15 pm
#11 Sun Flower
Actually, I only came to know about Jung Hae In last year when I was watching some k-dramas. I usually do not pay much attention to the cast, but where JHI was concerned, I somehow instinctively felt good vibes emanating from him, telling that he is a good person. Plus, I find him cute !! Hehe !!
As for Snowdrop, I am glad that he’s the lead. Time he gets a big break in his career. I think he suits the character he’s playing. No matter the controversy surrounding the drama, what matters is he should play his character well. This, I can only tell for sure after I’ve watched the drama. I wish him all the best. Fighting !!
Dont really know when will Snowdrop screen over here. So far there have been no “hints” yet from the broadcasting station. I hope it wont be long.
Whatever, I think this drama is a meaningful piece of story telling. Worth waiting to watch.
Hope year 2022 will be a better year for everyone !!
January 5th, 2022 at 8:46 pm
News have it that Snowdrop is beginning to get an increase in viewerships. Good news. Hope this trend will continue upwards.
Fighting, Snowdrop !!
January 9th, 2022 at 12:25 pm
Snowdrop’s rating seems to be see-sawing up and down.
Let’s hope, its core of viewers both internationals and locals will not abandon “ship”. Hope they will stick to it till the end.
Viewers, I am sure the story is a good one. A unique romance between a spy from the North, and a student from the South, in the midst of a students’ unrest. Its not everyday that we come across such an interesting romance.
Let’s sit back and enjoy watching the show. Fighting, Snowdrop !!
January 17th, 2022 at 5:41 am
lol @ buddymuddy, “I am sure the story is a good one”.In my opinion it is not, the plot is getting boring. Every viewer will decide on their own if they like what they are watching! Abandoned “ship”. Dropped…
January 17th, 2022 at 11:57 am
at I first hesitate to watch this drama but now I watching 11 ep I love the story its a must k drama to watch for ..
January 17th, 2022 at 11:23 pm
#15 AreJee
I’m sorry you did not like the story.
You misunderstood me. I was only asking, not deciding that you should watch. Nobody is forcing you. Oh gosh !! How warp can a thought be ? How old are you ?
When I asked, I was only hoping to garner more support for the drama, considering the rough start it has had.
I was not pushing “my decision” down your throat. The answer is this simple.
To each its own. Different strokes for different folks. I for one. Love this drama’s story.
We sure are different people, dude. Obviously, we have different outlook in life.
Next time, please go punch a tree instead when your thoughts start to take a warp turn.
Have a nice day !! ❤
January 18th, 2022 at 2:13 pm
#16 Weng
Glad to know that you like Snowdrop.
Snowdrop might be slow moving. But in the process a lot of details will not be missed. That’s where you can feel and see more of what the story is trying to convey. Enjoy !!
Snowdrop is a drama for mature people with an open mind, not for cloistered old people with a kid’s mentality. (Shows such as Spiderman, or animated tv ads are more for them, dont you agree?) Hehe !!
Have a great day !!
January 20th, 2022 at 4:08 am
I love the chemistry between Hae In and Jisoo! Something that I look forward every weekend. ❤️
January 24th, 2022 at 5:40 am
next week it is finished time goes by so fast