The upcoming Korean romance film Pavane has locked in its global release on Netflix. The movie, which tells a delicate story of three lonely hearts connecting, will be available to stream starting February 20, 2026. Featuring a standout cast led by Go Ah-sung, Moon Sang-min, and Byun Yo-han, the film is an adaptation of a beloved novel and promises a thoughtful look at love and self-discovery.
Pavane Release Date and Global Streaming Info
Subscribers around the world will be able to watch Pavane on the same day. Netflix has scheduled the film for a global release on Thursday, February 20, 2026. It will be released as a Netflix Original film, meaning it will be available in all territories where Netflix operates without any delay. This confirms its place in Netflix’s first-quarter lineup for 2026, which features a strong selection of Korean content.
The Plot: A Story of Three Closed-Off Lives
Pavane follows three individuals who have shut themselves off from the world, only to find an unexpected connection with each other. The official synopsis describes them as “emotionally closed-off individuals who slowly become a ray of light for one another, ultimately learning to face life and love again”.
The story centers on Mi-jung, played by Go Ah-sung. She works as a salesperson in a department store but lives her life trying to be invisible, avoiding attention and eye contact at all costs. Her world intersects with two men. Yo-han (Byun Yo-han) is a free-spirited man who loves rock music and classic films, and works in the store’s parking lot. Gyeong-rok (Moon Sang-min) is a young man who has given up on his dreams and starts a part-time job at the same store, where he begins to develop feelings for Mi-jung. The narrative explores how these three people, who struggle to love themselves, help each other heal and open up.
Meet the Main Cast and Supporting Actors
The film brings together a compelling trio of Korean actors, each portraying a character at a personal crossroads.
- Go Ah-sung takes on the lead role of Mi-jung. She is known for her roles in films like Because I Hate Korea, Samjin Company English Class, and The Beauty Inside. This marks her first leading role in a Netflix film, following a guest appearance in the series Doona.
- Moon Sang-min plays Gyeong-rok. This project is a significant milestone for the actor, as Pavane will be his feature film debut. Audiences may recognize him from his notable television roles, including Grand Prince Sung Nam in the hit historical drama Under the Queen’s Umbrella and a supporting part in the action series My Name, both on Netflix.
- Byun Yo-han transforms into the free-spirited Yo-han. He is celebrated for his versatile performances in shows like Mr. Sunshine, where he played Kim Hui-seong, and films such as Hansan: Rising Dragon and The Book of Fish.
The film also features a strong supporting cast that includes Jin Seo-jin (My Merry Marriage), Lee Yi-dam (Can This Love Be Translated?), Seo Yi-ra (Connection), Han Yu-eun (Spring of Youth), and Woo Jeong-won (Gyeongseong Creature).
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Film Production Background and Source Material
Pavane is written and directed by Lee Jong-pil. The film is a cinematic adaptation of the popular novel “Pavane for a Dead Princess” by author Park Min-gyu. The novel, first published in 2009, provides the emotional foundation for this story about seeing beyond surface appearances.
The film is produced by the Korean production company The Lamp. Following casting confirmation in early April 2024, the project moved quickly into production. Principal photography began on May 8, 2024, and was completed by August 2024.
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