2025. 10. 22. 12:45ㆍDramas
What happens when a wish-granting spirit awakens after a thousand years and crosses paths with a woman who has lost her feelings?
Netflix’s original series “Genie, Make A Wish” (released October 3, 2025) is a fantasy romantic comedy that shines with writer Kim Eun-sook’s lyrical dialogue and signature worldbuilding. Within two weeks of launch, the show sparked a global buzz by soaring to the top of Netflix’s charts.
A Distinct World & Story
After a millennium away, an out-of-practice lamp spirit named Genie (Kim Woo-bin) returns to the human world and encounters Gi Ga-young (Suzy), a woman who has forgotten how to feel.
As Genie grants three wishes, he witnesses the full spectrum of human desire—greed, love, and regret—while the cool, hyper-rational Ga-young gets entangled with him after stumbling upon the lamp.
Living side by side and navigating each wish, these two opposites rediscover buried emotions and the meaning of love. Kim Eun-sook’s trademark blend of tender emotions and sly humor turns the series into a heart-warming fantasy that balances laughs with butterflies.
Cast & Characters
- Kim Woo-bin as Genie — a thousand-year-old spirit with playful wit and enigmatic charisma.
- Suzy as Gi Ga-young — an ice-cool perfectionist who hides a delicately drawn inner life.
Supporting cast:
- Ahn Eun-jin as Lee Mi-joo, Ga-young’s steadfast friend
- Roh Sang-hyun as Soo-hyun, Ga-young’s ex
- Go Kyu-pil as Seid, Genie’s aide
- Lee Joo-young as Min-ji, Ga-young’s younger sister
- Kim Mi-kyung as Ga-young’s warm, grounding grandmother
Special appearance:
- Song Hye-kyo delivers a brief yet striking cameo as the mysterious “Jiniya.”
Episodes & Creative Team
Planned as 12 episodes, the series expanded to 13 episodes to fully capture the late-game story beats and emotional arcs.
Direction is led by Ahn Gil-ho and Lee Byung-heon, with the screenplay by Kim Eun-sook (Guardian: The Lonely and Great God, The Glory, Secret Garden). Co-produced by CJ ENM and Studio Dragon, the show boasts lavish visuals and polish.
Where to Watch
Exclusive on Netflix. All 13 episodes dropped at once for the perfect binge. Available on the Netflix website and app (mobile, tablet, smart TV) in up to 4K UHD. 15+ rating in Korea. The series quickly entered the Top 10 in dozens of countries and ranked No. 1 across several Asian markets, sustaining strong global momentum.
Why You’ll Love It
More than a fantasy rom-com, “Genie, Make A Wish” poses a deceptively simple question: What is a true wish? With dazzling CG, stylish direction, and an addictive OST, the show offers gentle comfort for weary days. Add Kim Woo-bin and Suzy’s sparkling chemistry, Kim Eun-sook’s emotional cadence, and Netflix’s production muscle, and you get one of the season’s most soothing, feel-good dramas.
2025.10.22 - [Profiles] - Kim Woo-bin(김우빈) Profile – The Man Who Walked Back into the Light
Kim Woo-bin(김우빈) Profile – The Man Who Walked Back into the Light
Kim Woo-bin, born July 16, 1989, in Seoul, is one of Korea’s most charismatic and resilient actors. His real name is Kim Hyun-joong, and he spent much of his youth in Jeonju. With his towering 188 cm frame and distinctive features, he first gained attent
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