Welcome to Waikiki (2018)
Korean · Drama / Comedy · 65 min
★ 7.8 Early — still settling 109 ratings
▸ Must watch
Released Feb 5, 2018
Page updated Sep 24, 2026
Welcome to Waikiki is streaming in the Philippines on Netflix, iflix.
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 the Philippines you can stream it on Netflix, iflix.
Is it worth starting?
This is 2 seasons deep — Korean drama, leaning comedy. 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 |
| Genre | Drama / Comedy |
| Language | Korean |
| Best screen | Stream at home |
Director
Song Ji-eun
Cast

Shin Hyun-soo
Kook Ki-Bong

Mun Ka-young
Han Soo-Yeon

Lee Yi-kyung
Lee Joon-Ki

An So-hee
Kim Jung-Eun

Kim Seon-ho
Cha Woo-Sik

Kim Ye-won
Cha Yoo-Ri
Where to watch in the Philippines
Netflixiflix
Included with a subscription — no extra charge on these platforms.
Availability as of Sep 24, 2026 — platforms may change over time.
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Trailer
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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. 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 the Philippines on Netflix, iflix.
What language is Welcome to Waikiki in?
Welcome to Waikiki is a Korean series (Drama / Comedy).
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