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Welcome to Waikiki (2018)

Korean · Drama / Comedy · 65 min · 15
★ 7.8 Early — still settling 109 ratings
▸ Must watch
Released 5 Feb 2018
Page updated 24 Sept 2026

Welcome to Waikiki is streaming in South Korea on Netflix, wavve, Watcha.

The verdict

Welcome to Waikiki stood out as one of the better-rated Korean series of its release window. It holds a 7.8/10 on TMDB from 109 ratings, well above the typical run of new releases. Episodes run about 65 minutes. In South Korea you can stream it on Netflix, wavve, Watcha.

Is it worth starting?

This is 2 seasons deep — Korean drama, leaning comedy, not one for younger kids. Tight enough that it's an easy yes if you're undecided.

Why
It rates 7.8/10 on 109 ratings so far — a strong early showing.
Skip if
you want plot momentum over character work
Best for
An episode-a-night rhythm

Story

Kang Dong-Goo dreams of becoming a movie director, but he is cynical due to bad luck. Cheon Joon-Ki wanted to follow in his father's footsteps and become an actor, but he is now just a minor actor. Bong-Doo-Sik came to Seoul to become a scenario writer, but things have not been easy for him.

Good to know

Runtime~65 min per episode
Watch with family?15 · Older kids & up
GenreDrama / Comedy
LanguageKorean
Best screenStream at home

Director

Song Ji-eun

Cast

Shin Hyun-soo
Shin Hyun-soo
Kook Ki-Bong
Mun Ka-young
Mun Ka-young
Han Soo-Yeon
Lee Yi-kyung
Lee Yi-kyung
Lee Joon-Ki
An So-hee
An So-hee
Kim Jung-Eun
Kim Seon-ho
Kim Seon-ho
Cha Woo-Sik
Kim Ye-won
Kim Ye-won
Cha Yoo-Ri

Where to watch in South Korea

NetflixwavveWatchaTVING

Included with a subscription — no extra charge on these platforms.

Availability as of 24 Sept 2026 — platforms may change over time.

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Trailer

Find the trailer on YouTube →

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Frequently asked

Is Welcome to Waikiki worth watching?
Must watch. It rates 7.8/10 on audience ratings. This is 2 seasons deep — Korean drama, leaning comedy, not one for younger kids. Tight enough that it's an easy yes if you're undecided.
Where can I watch Welcome to Waikiki?
You can stream Welcome to Waikiki in South Korea on Netflix, wavve, Watcha, TVING.
Is Welcome to Waikiki family friendly?
Welcome to Waikiki is rated 15. Fine for older kids with guidance.
What language is Welcome to Waikiki in?
Welcome to Waikiki is a Korean series (Drama / Comedy).
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