Comedy Drama
8.5/10 2025 · 1 Season· 12 Episodes · Completed ·KR

Creator: Jo Hyun-tak

Kim Nak-su is a middle-aged man who loses everything he once considered valuable in an instant. After a long journey, he finally discovers his true self, beyond his role as a department manager at a large corporation.

Cast

Ryu Seung-ryong
Ryu Seung-ryong
Kim Nak-su
Myung Se-bin
Myung Se-bin
Park Ha-jin
Cha Kang-yoon
Cha Kang-yoon
Kim Su-gyeom
Yoo Seung-mok
Yoo Seung-mok
Baek Jung-tae
Lee Shin-ki
Lee Shin-ki
Do Jin-woo
Shin Dong-won
Shin Dong-won
Song Ik-hyun
Jung Soon-won
Jung Soon-won
Jung Sung-gu
Ha Seo-yoon
Ha Seo-yoon
Kwon Song-hee
Lee Kang-wook
Lee Kang-wook
Han Sang-cheol
Lee Se-hee
Lee Se-hee
Park Ha-young
Lee Jini
Lee Jini
Lee Han-na
Ko Chang-seok
Ko Chang-seok
Kim Chang-su
Park Soo-young
Park Soo-young
Nom-paeng-yi
Park Seong-hyeon
Park Seong-hyeon
Ethan
Kim Keum-soon
Kim Keum-soon
Nurse
Jung Eun-chae
Jung Eun-chae
Lee Joo-young
Heo Nam-jun
Heo Nam-jun
Na Dae-ryong
Jang Won-young
Jang Won-young
Shim Gang-hun
Lee Seo-hwan
Lee Seo-hwan
Heo Tae-hwan
Lee Sang-jin
Lee Sang-jin
IT boy

Episodes

The Dream Life of Mr. Kim (2025) S01E01 – Threshold S01E01 72m
25 Oct 25
The Dream Life of Mr. Kim (2025) S01E01 – Threshold
Serious about corporate life, Kim Nak-su sets his sights on upward mobility — but finds himself weighed down by favored juniors and office politics.
The Dream Life of Mr. Kim (2025) S01E02 – Caught in the Middle S01E02 62m
26 Oct 25
The Dream Life of Mr. Kim (2025) S01E02 – Caught in the Middle
Nak-su's ruthless ambition breeds tension for those around him, including his family. Soon, a sudden corporate scandal makes him HR's target.
The Dream Life of Mr. Kim (2025) S01E03 – MVP S01E03 66m
1 Nov 25
The Dream Life of Mr. Kim (2025) S01E03 – MVP
Nak-su's corporate disaster worsens as he scrambles for damage control — forcing Baek Jeong-tae to make a decisive choice about his career.
The Dream Life of Mr. Kim (2025) S01E04 – Hanging by a Thread S01E04 64m
2 Nov 25
The Dream Life of Mr. Kim (2025) S01E04 – Hanging by a Thread
Forced into a career crisis, Nak-su tries to make the best out of his situation. But he soon faces Jeong-tae — who delivers a momentous blow.
The Dream Life of Mr. Kim (2025) S01E05 – Serving My Own Bowl S01E05 62m
8 Nov 25
The Dream Life of Mr. Kim (2025) S01E05 – Serving My Own Bowl
Now officially demoted, Nak-su agonizes over a daily grind that feels punishing. But just when he can't take it anymore, he finds a glimmer of hope.
The Dream Life of Mr. Kim (2025) S01E06 – Lifeline S01E06 61m
9 Nov 25
The Dream Life of Mr. Kim (2025) S01E06 – Lifeline
Nak-su, full of new energy, pushes to return to headquarters. Meanwhile, his family faces changes unfolding in their own lives that test their bonds.
The Dream Life of Mr. Kim (2025) S01E07 – Caught in the Downpour S01E07 65m
15 Nov 25
The Dream Life of Mr. Kim (2025) S01E07 – Caught in the Downpour
As Nak-su's behavior grows erratic, he manages rising employee anxiety amid a concerning company-wide notice — forcing him to make a bold decision.
The Dream Life of Mr. Kim (2025) S01E08 – All In S01E08 64m
16 Nov 25
The Dream Life of Mr. Kim (2025) S01E08 – All In
As Nak-su tries to adjust to his bleak new reality, he searches for ways to get back on his feet — betting everything he has on a risky new venture.
The Dream Life of Mr. Kim (2025) S01E09 – Worst Enemy S01E09 61m
22 Nov 25
The Dream Life of Mr. Kim (2025) S01E09 – Worst Enemy
Even as stress takes a physical toll, Nak-su hides his struggles from those around him — enduring humiliation to survive and keep up appearances.
The Dream Life of Mr. Kim (2025) S01E10 – Patient in Unit 102 S01E10 70m
23 Nov 25
The Dream Life of Mr. Kim (2025) S01E10 – Patient in Unit 102
When the truth comes to light, Park Ha-jin confronts Nak-su over betrayal. While apart from his wife, he finds courage to contact his estranged brother.
The Dream Life of Mr. Kim (2025) S01E11 – B+ S01E11 74m
29 Nov 25
The Dream Life of Mr. Kim (2025) S01E11 – B+
Nak-su's pride crumbles as he endures humiliating moments at his brother's workplace. Then Baek Jeong-tae reappears — with an irresistible offer.
The Dream Life of Mr. Kim (2025) S01E12 – Rain Shower S01E12 69m
30 Nov 25
The Dream Life of Mr. Kim (2025) S01E12 – Rain Shower
With peace in mind, Nak-su returns to his old company in a completely new role — standing tall before his former colleagues with renewed pride.

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