“18 Again” (Korean: 18 어게인) is a 2020 South Korean television series starring Kim Ha Neul (Jung Da Jung), Yoon Sang Hyun (Hong Dae Young) and Lee Do Hyun (Hong Dae Young). It is based on the American film "17 Again", The series aired on jTBC on Monday & Tuesday for 16 episodes.
18 Again - 2020 (Korean drama) Cast & plot synopsis
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| Original title | 18 어게인 |
| Subtitle | English |
| A.k.a | 에이틴 어게인, Eitin Eogein, Eighteen Again |
| Director | Ha Byung Hoon |
| Screenwriter | Kim Do Yeon, Choi Yi Ryoon, Ahn Eun Bin |
| Genres | Romance, Comedy, Youth |
| Country | South Korea |
| Total Episodes | 16 |
| Release Date | Sep 21, 2020 / Nov 10, 2020 |
| Airs On | Monday & Tuesday |
| Broadcast Channel | jTBC |
| Runtime | 60 minutes |
Synopsis: 18 Again
Based on the American movie "17 Again", "18 Again" is the story of a husband returning to the golden age, 18 years ago, just before his divorce. Edit Synopsis
Main Character: 18 Again
Kim Ha Neul as Jung Da Jung
Yoon Sang Hyun as Hong Dae Young
Lee Do Hyun as Hong Dae Young
"Kim Ha Neul" plays the role model working mother Jung Da Jung. Jung Da Jung is the mother of 18-year-old twin siblings and a professional and enthusiastic rookie announcer. Kim Ha Neul was praised for her performance skills in dramas such as "The Wind Blows" and "A Gentleman’s Dignity", so the audience looked forward to her return to the show.
"Yoon Sang Hyun" will play Hong Dae Young, and Li Daoxian will play Hong Dae Young. Hong Dae Young is a basketball genius. He has participated in all basketball games in high school, but now he is just an ordinary person. However, Hong Dae Young will return to his 18-year-old age and change his name to "Go Woo Young", which is the second shot in his life.
Although “Yoon Sang Hyun” and Lee Do Hyun both play the same role, they will portray two unique aspects of him. The Hong Dae Young who will play Yoon Sang Hyun is fired, divorced from his wife, and ignored by the children. Yoon Sang Hyun is an actor. He attracts the audience with his kind and friendly charm. Therefore, people pay attention to what role Yoon Sang Hyun plays in “18 Again” Growing.
On the other hand, Lee Do Hyun will assume the role of Hong Dae Young. He has returned to the golden age and changed his name to Go Woo Young. He will make his heart beat with mature charm, which is in stark contrast to his teenage appearance. Lee Do Hyun became famous for his role in "Hotel Del Luna" and had high expectations for how to realize his new role.
The producer team commented: "Kim Ha Neul, Yoon Sang Hyun and Lee Do Hyun have been selected as the main actors. We hope that with their strong acting skills, their ability to bring their characters to life and unique charm to create strong synergies. We will ensure that A drama that will bring laughter, emotion and comfort to the audience will be shown in the second half of this year. Please look forward to it."
Supporting Character: 18 Again
- Song Yoo Hyun as Mi Young
- Ryeoun as Hong Shi Woo
- Lee Ki Woo as Choi Il Kwon
- Noh Jung as Eui Hong Shi
- Kim Yoo Ri as Ok Hae In
- Wi Ha Joon as Ye Ji Hoon
- Yang Dae Hyuk as Nam Ki Tae
- Choi Bo Min as Seo Ji Ho
- Lee Mi Do as Choo Ye Rin
- Lee Byung Joon as Hong Joo Man
- Hwang In Yeob as Koo Ja Sung
- Oh So Hyun as Jeon Bo Bae
- Kim Kang Hyun as Go Deok Jin
- Han So Eun as Jung Da Jung
- Kim Yoon Hye as Kwon Yoo Mi
- Lee Chun Moo as Shi Woo