When the Camellia Blooms (2019)
When the Camellia Blooms is streaming in South Korea on Netflix.
The verdict
When the Camellia Blooms stood out as one of the better-rated Korean series of its release window. It's sitting at 8.1/10 on TMDB across 69 ratings, which puts it comfortably above average. Episode length hovers around 35 minutes. In South Korea you can stream it on Netflix.
Is it worth starting?
This is a first season — Korean drama with a comedy streak, not one for younger kids. Short enough to finish on a weeknight without losing the next morning.
- Why
- Currently 8.1/10 from 69 ratings, which is a good sign this early.
- Skip if
- you're after something that moves faster than it feels
- Best for
- A slow burn across the week
Story
Dongbaek is a single mother. When a potential new love enters her life, she finds ways to defy the social stigmas surrounding her.
Good to know
| Runtime | ~35 min per episode |
| Watch with family? | 15 · Older kids & up |
| Genre | Drama / Comedy |
| Language | Korean |
| Best screen | Stream at home |
Director
Im Sang-choon
Cast
Where to watch in South Korea
Included with a subscription — no extra charge on these platforms.
Availability as of 26 Sept 2026 — platforms may change over time.
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