Desperate Housewives (2004)
English · Mystery / Drama · 42 min · 19
★ 7.9 Solid 2,138 ratings
▸ Must watch
Released 3 Oct 2004
Page updated 23 Sept 2026
Desperate Housewives is streaming in South Korea on Disney Plus, TVING.
The verdict
Desperate Housewives stood out as one of the better-rated English series of its release window. It holds a 7.9/10 on TMDB from 2,138 ratings, well above the typical run of new releases. Episodes run about 42 minutes. In South Korea you can stream it on Disney Plus, TVING.
Is it worth starting?
This is 8 seasons deep — English mystery with a drama streak. Several seasons in, so it's a commitment to start rather than a one-night sampler.
- Why
- Currently 7.9/10 from 2,138 ratings, which is a good sign this early.
- Skip if
- a backlog this size is the opposite of what you're after
- Best for
- A proper binge, once you've got the weeks for it
Story
Looking down on her friends and family isn't a way of life for Mary Alice Young... it's a way of death. One day, in her perfect house, in the loveliest of suburbs, Mary Alice ended it all. Now she's taking us into the lives of her family, friends and neighbors, commenting from her elevated P.O.V.
Good to know
| Runtime | ~42 min per episode |
| Watch with family? | 19 · Adults only |
| Genre | Mystery / Drama |
| Language | English |
| Best screen | Stream at home |
Director
Marc Cherry
Cast

Teri Hatcher
Susan Mayer

Felicity Huffman
Lynette Scavo

Marcia Cross
Bree Van de Kamp

Eva Longoria
Gabrielle Solis

Ricardo Chavira
Carlos Solis

Doug Savant
Tom Scavo
Where to watch in South Korea
Disney PlusTVING
Included with a subscription — no extra charge on these platforms.
Availability as of 23 Sept 2026 — platforms may change over time.
Trailer
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Frequently asked
Is Desperate Housewives worth watching?
Must watch. It rates 7.9/10 on audience ratings. This is 8 seasons deep — English mystery with a drama streak. Several seasons in, so it's a commitment to start rather than a one-night sampler.
Where can I watch Desperate Housewives?
You can stream Desperate Housewives in South Korea on Disney Plus, TVING.
Is Desperate Housewives family friendly?
Desperate Housewives is rated 19 — aimed at adult audiences.
What language is Desperate Housewives in?
Desperate Housewives is an English series (Mystery / Drama).
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