The Penthouse (2020)
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The Penthouse is streaming in South Korea on Netflix, wavve, Watcha.
What the audience says
The Penthouse rates well above most Korean series. It holds an 8.3/10 on TMDB from 259 ratings, well above what most films manage.
Is it worth starting?
This is 3 seasons deep — Korean drama with a mystery streak, not one for younger kids. Several seasons in, so it's a commitment to start rather than a one-night sampler.
- Why
- It rates 8.3/10 on 259 ratings so far — a strong early showing.
- Skip if
- you don't want to start something several seasons deep
- Best for
- A long run rather than a single sitting
Story
A woman puts everything on the line to achieve her goal of being able to move into a luxury penthouse in the Gangnam District. In the process, she gradually finds herself turning into a monster.
Good to know
| Runtime | ~70 min per episode |
| Watch with family? | 15 · Older kids & up |
| Genre | Drama / Mystery |
| Language | Korean |
| Best screen | Stream at home |
Director
Kim Soon-ok
Cast
Where to watch in South Korea
Included with a subscription — no extra charge on these platforms.
Availability as of 28 Sept 2026 — platforms may change over time.
More: Everything new on Netflix · All Netflix titles in South Korea
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