TV series

Aema

Name: Aema
Released: 2025
Cast: Lee Hanee, Bang Hyo-rin, Jin Sun-kyu, Cho Hyun-chul, Woo Ji-hyun

2025· 1 season· 59 min episodesTV-MA★ 7.4Ended

On Netflix — From The LAMP · Studio N

1981, a time to bare it all and sock it to the man.

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Synopsis

In 1980s Korea, a movie star and a starlet defy male-dominated industry rules and backstage corruption while filming the provocative "Madame Aema."

Themes

miniseries filmmaking 1980s entertainment industry film industry aspiring actress

Episodes

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E1 Episode 1Next upAug 22, 2025 · 47 min
Synopsis
Disgusted by the steamy "Madame Aema" script, Jeong Hee-ran refuses the lead role. Her vengeful producer retaliates by casting a rookie instead.
Guest stars: Lee Yong-nyeo (Manager), Kim Mi-hwa (President Wang), Kim Hwi-gyu (Ra Byeong-su)
E2 Episode 2Aug 22, 2025 · 53 min
Synopsis
Even before filming starts, the crew faces challenges — tensions grow between Hee-ran and Shin Ju-ae, and strict censorship forces script changes.
Guest stars: Joo Yeon-woo (Horse Trainer), Kim Si-ho (CM Staff), Lee Chang-ho (CM Photographer)
E3 Episode 3Aug 22, 2025 · 60 min
Synopsis
Ju-ae battles a demanding film set and doubts her acting, but proves her grit. Later, she steps into a mansion that gives her an ominous feeling.
Guest stars: Kim Sun-young (Anga Madam), Woo Kang-min (Attendee), Kim Yong-seok (Banquet Attendee), Jung Eui-wook (Banquet Attendee), Lee Jae-woo (Ministry of Culture Staff)
E4 Episode 4Aug 22, 2025 · 59 min
Synopsis
Shocked by a glimpse of the industry's dark side, Ju-ae faces a career-defining choice. Will she play it safe — or take Hee-ran's bold advice to fight?
Guest stars: Woo Kang-min (Attendee), Kim Yong-seok (Banquet Attendee), Jung Eui-wook (Banquet Attendee), Kim Joon-bae (Dictator), Kong Ye-ji (Seol Su-hee)
E5 Episode 5Aug 22, 2025 · 64 min
Synopsis
In the middle of the night, Hee-ran finds Ku Jung-ho's secret ledger. Later, the director finds all the film reels have vanished without a trace.
Guest stars: Kim In-gwon (Police Officer), Kim Eun-ju (Chief Mourner), Moon Hyeon-jeong (Hotel Housekeeper), Seo Suk-kyu (Actor), Han Sang-chul (Director)
E6 Episode 6Aug 22, 2025 · 68 min
Synopsis
"Madame Aema" sweeps Korea, bringing Ju-ae fame. At a live award ceremony, Hee-ran steps into the spotlight and gets unexpected help from Ju-ae.
Guest stars: Kong Ye-ji (Seol Su-hee), Ahn So-young (Bang Hyeon-ja), Ahn Jung-ho (Award Presenter), Park Joo-young (Award Presenter), Gong Teyu (Japanese TV Host), Yoon Jeong-seop (Black Suit Man), Jang Yoon-woo (Award Show Reporter)