‘Crash Landing on You,’ aired in 2019, is a pledge to love. It portrays love in all its vigor and tenderness. It reflects the amount of courage it takes for one to love another, and the fortitude to continue on that path. The main lead, Ri Jeong-Hyeok ( Hyun Bin), a cool, brave, and upright man, protected the women he loves with all he has got.

The drama is not your average cliché rom-com but a fantastic, jaw-dropping romantic show where a love story unfolds amidst the political tension and cultural divide between North Korea and South Korea without a single boring moment.

Directed by: Lee Jung Hyo

Genres:  Rom-com, action, war, adventure, comedy.

No. of episodes: 16

Starring:

• Hyun Bin (Ri Jeong -hyeok)
• Son Ye-Jin (Yoon Se-ri)
• Kim Soo-Hyun (Won Ryoo-hwan)
• Lee Shin young (Park Kwang-beom)
• Seo Ji-Hye(Seo Dan)

First episode date: 14 Dec 2019

Final episode date: 16 Feb 2020

Forbidden love in the lands of secrets……..

Crash Landing on You: Storyline and Plot

The plot revolves around two people. A South Korean businesswoman (Yoon Se-ri)  and a North Korean soldier (Ri Jeong-Hoyek) fall in love despite the deep divide between their countries. Yoon Se-ri, a successful and wealthy heiress belongs to South Korea, finds her life turned upside down after a paragliding accident caused by a sudden tornado. She crash-lands in the demilitarized zone and accidentally meet Ri–Jeong–Hoyek, a stoic and honorable North Korean army captain. 

While Jeong–Hoyek chooses to protect Se-ri and strives to help her return to her homeland, a forbidden romance unfolds between them. As they navigate the complexities of her hidden stay in North Korea, their relationship is threatened by corrupt North Korean official Cho Cheol-gang, who plans to expose them and further their agenda.

As the story progresses, Se Se-Se-ri eventually manages to return to South Korea, resuming her work in her company. However, challenges persist when Cheol-gang escapes imprisonment and follows her to the south, seeking revenge, and Jeong–Hoyek also travels to South Korea to protect Se-ri, leading to a bittersweet journey. The conclusion shows them overcoming many threats and challenges while yet making an effort to stay together.

Crash Landing on You: Acting and Chemistry

Yoon seri and Jeong Hyeok made a attractive couple. The male protagonist Jeong hyeok is stiff and at the same time soft. Hyun did an outstanding job embodying Jeong Hyeok.  His emotions were vibrant and felt so real. The female protagonist, Yoon Seri (Son Ye Ji), is equally amazing, cool, and selfless. She is a strong and optimistic person by temperament, and no matter what the situation is, she tries to find a way.

A cheerful and endearing personality, Yoon Se Ri is far from weak and knows nothing about being intimidated. Ye Jin and Hyun Bin are fantastic veteran actors, and it reflects throughout the series. Their chemistry exudes depth, comfort, warmth, charm, and humor effortlessly. The supporting characters are also a joy to watch. Great casting all round.

Crash Landing on You: Underlying Themes and Direction

With a script full of wit, a well-paced plot, and great direction, the series balances between humor, romance, action, and intrigue with a touch of politics. Insight into the difference in life in two enemy countries, though not completely realistic, is still very interesting and thought-provoking.  Towards the end, the reunion between the leads symbolizes hope, despite the enduring division between their home countries.

For those who haven’t watched this series yet, please do; it’s 100% binge-worthy with top-notch characters, appealing cinematography, and, nonetheless, gripping storytelling. By the end, you will fall in love with the magnitude of love they have for each other.

Overall, this is a thoughtfully written and perfectly executed drama.  ‘Crash Landing on You’ would land you on an amazing, pleasant, and incredible viewing experience….

FAQ

Where can I watch Crash Landing on You?

Crash Landing on You is now streaming on Netflix.