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W (2016)

Korean · Drama / Comedy
★ 8.4 Solid 979 ratings
▸ Must watch
Released Jul 20, 2016
Page updated Sep 27, 2026

W is streaming in the Philippines on Netflix.

The verdict

W has pulled the kind of numbers most Korean series never see. It holds an 8.4/10 on TMDB from 979 ratings, well above the typical run of new releases. In the Philippines you can stream it on Netflix.

Is it worth starting?

This is a first season — Korean drama with comedy threaded through.

Why
It rates 8.4/10 on 979 ratings so far — a strong early showing.
Skip if
you want plot momentum over character work
Best for
An episode-a-night rhythm

Story

After being pulled into the webtoon world created by her father, a surgical resident gets entangled in a murder mystery involving the story's hero.

Good to know

GenreDrama / Comedy
LanguageKorean
Best screenStream at home

Director

Song Jae-jung

Cast

Lee Jong-suk
Lee Jong-suk
Kang Cheol
Han Hyo-joo
Han Hyo-joo
Oh Yeon-joo
Eugene Jung
Eugene Jung
Yoon So-hee
Lee Tae-hwan
Lee Tae-hwan
Seo Do-yoon
Lee Si-eon
Lee Si-eon
Park Soo-bong
Park Won-sang
Park Won-sang
Han Cheol-ho

Where to watch in the Philippines

Netflix

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

Availability as of Sep 27, 2026 — platforms may change over time.

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Trailer

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Frequently asked

Is W worth watching?
Must watch. It rates 8.4/10 on audience ratings. This is a first season — Korean drama with comedy threaded through.
Where can I watch W?
You can stream W in the Philippines on Netflix.
What language is W in?
W is a Korean series (Drama / Comedy).
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