Typhoon Family will premiere on October 11, 2025, replacing Bon Appétit, Your Majesty in tvN’s weekend lineup. The series stars Lee Jun-ho as a young CEO fighting to save his father’s company during South Korea’s 1997 economic crash, with Kim Min-ha as a resilient accountant who becomes his key ally. The show will air every Saturday and Sunday at 9:20 PM KST on tvN and stream globally on Netflix.
Plot and Setting
Typhoon Family follows Kang Tae-poong (Lee Jun-ho), the heir to a small trading company called Typhoon Trading Company. After his father’s death and the onset of the 1997 IMF financial crisis, Tae-poong must overcome his carefree past to lead the business and protect his employees. Oh Mi-seon (Kim Min-ha), a meticulous bookkeeper burdened with family responsibilities, finds hope in Tae-poong’s determination and evolves into a career woman. The drama blends personal growth, romance, and survival against a backdrop of economic turmoil .
Cast and Characters
- Lee Jun-ho (King the Land, The Red Sleeve) plays Kang Tae-poong, a novice CEO relying on instinct and courage.
- Kim Min-ha (Pachinko, Light Shop) portrays Oh Mi-seon, a logical accountant balancing work and family duties.
- Sung Dong-il (The Art of Negotiation) and Kim Ji-young (Good Casting) play Tae-poong’s parents.
- Kim Min-seok (Delivery Man) appears as Tae-poong’s best friend, Wang Nam-mo.
- Mu Jin-sung (Natural Romance) stars as Pyo Hyeon-jun, Tae-poong’s business rival .
Production and Development
The series is directed by Lee Na-jeong and written by Jang Hyun-sook, with production by Imaginus, Studio PIC, and Tree Studio. Initially titled Typhoon Boss, the drama was rebranded to emphasize family themes. Kim Min-ha replaced actor Keum Sae-rok as the female lead after scheduling conflicts. Pre-production included a script reading in August 2025 and a fan event on September 15, 2025, where 400 attendees previewed the first episode .
Themes and Style
Typhoon Family highlights the clash between Tae-poong’s bold instincts and Mi-seon’s logical approach. Lee Jun-ho described their dynamic:
“Tae-poong and Mi-seon are complete opposites, but that’s what makes them the perfect partners. Their journey of struggling, growing, and supporting each other will bring warmth and smiles to viewers.”
The drama uses 1990s fashion and settings, like subway stations and office attire, to recreate the era’s atmosphere .
Release Schedule
The series will run for 16 episodes, concluding on November 30, 2025. Each episode is 60 minutes long. Netflix will stream episodes shortly after their tvN broadcast, making the show accessible to international audiences .
Promotional Activities
tvN released teaser posters and videos starting September 8, 2025, showcasing Lee Jun-ho’s transformation into a determined CEO and Kim Min-ha’s role as a diligent accountant. Stills from their first meeting in a subway station were also shared, highlighting the characters’ initial chemistry .
Background on Leads
Lee Jun-ho is a singer-actor and member of the group 2PM. He gained acclaim for roles in King the Land and The Red Sleeve, which won him a Baeksang Arts Award. In 2025, he established his own label, O3 Collective. Kim Min-ha rose to prominence with Pachinko and Light Shop, with Typhoon Family marking her first major Netflix series .
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