How many episodes does True Beauty have?

True Beauty has one season with 16 episodes, each running around 80 minutes. The series has ended.

When was True Beauty released?

True Beauty premiered on tvN on December 9, 2020, and its final episode aired on February 4, 2021.

Who is in the cast of True Beauty?

Mun Ka-young stars as Lim Ju-kyung, with Cha Eun-woo as Lee Su-ho and Hwang In-youp as Han Seo-jun. Park You-na, Im Se-mi, Park Ho-san, Jang Hye-jin and Oh Eui-sik also appear.

Where can I watch True Beauty legally in the US?

In the US, True Beauty is listed on Netflix, HBO Max (including the HBO Max Amazon Channel) and Rakuten Viki by subscription, and on VIX free with ads.

What genre is True Beauty, and is it based on a webtoon?

True Beauty is a Korean comedy-drama with romance and high school themes. It is based on a webtoon.

True Beauty (2020): Plot, Cast & Where to Watch

True Beauty Plot Summary

Lim Ju-kyung (Mun Ka-young) is a high school student who has spent years feeling judged for the way she looks. Picked on and treated unfairly by classmates, she quietly carries a deep sense of insecurity, until she finds an unexpected outlet: online makeup tutorials. Practising late into the night, she teaches herself to transform her appearance so completely that, when she walks into a new school, people see her as a stunning beauty.

The makeover changes how others treat her almost overnight, but it comes with a catch. Ju-kyung now has a secret to protect, and the idea of anyone seeing her bare face fills her with dread. Keeping up the illusion means constant effort, careful planning and plenty of close calls.

True Beauty blends romantic comedy with heartfelt drama, using its hidden-identity setup to explore beauty standards, self-image and the pressure to fit in. Its tagline sums up the central question neatly: “Can makeup make it last?”

True Beauty — Mood illustration, not a still from the series — Mood illustration, not a still from the series

Is True Beauty Worth Watching? What Makes It Notable

Cast: Mun Ka-young leads as Lim Ju-kyung, alongside Cha Eun-woo as Lee Su-ho and Hwang In-youp as Han Seo-jun. The supporting cast includes Park You-na (Kang Soo-jin), Im Se-mi (Lim Hee-kyung), Park Ho-san (Lim Jae-pil), Jang Hye-jin (Hong Hyun-suk), Oh Eui-sik (Han Joon-woo), Kim Min-ki (Lim Ju-young) and Kang Min-ah (Choi Soo-a).
Broadcaster: The series aired on South Korea’s tvN.
Creative team: Directed by Kim Sang-hyub and written by Lee Si-eun.
Source material: The drama is based on a webtoon, so readers of the original comic will recognise its premise.
Format: One complete season of 16 episodes, each running around 80 minutes. It premiered on December 9, 2020, and concluded on February 4, 2021, so the full story is available to watch.
Genre: A Korean comedy-drama with strong romance and coming-of-age elements, set largely in a high school.

Who Will Enjoy True Beauty

Fans of high school romantic comedies with a lighthearted tone
Viewers who like hidden-identity and secret-keeping storylines
Anyone interested in stories about insecurity, self-acceptance and beauty standards
Fans of Cha Eun-woo, Mun Ka-young or Hwang In-youp
Readers who enjoy K-dramas adapted from webtoons

Where to Watch True Beauty in the US

True Beauty is available on several official platforms in the United States:

Netflix: subscription, including the Netflix Standard with Ads plan
HBO Max: subscription, also available through the HBO Max Amazon Channel
Rakuten Viki: subscription
VIX: free with ads

Availability can change over time, so check the platform for current listings in your region.

Trailer

Cast

Mun Ka-youngas Lim Ju-kyung16 episodes
Cha Eun-wooas Lee Su-ho16 episodesSee credits →
Hwang In-youpas Han Seo-jun16 episodes
Park You-naas Kang Soo-jin16 episodes
Im Se-mias Lim Hee-kyung16 episodes
Park Ho-sanas Lim Jae-pil16 episodes
Jang Hye-jinas Hong Hyun-suk16 episodesSee credits →
Oh Eui-sikas Han Joon-woo16 episodes

Photo: TMDB

Episode guide

Season	Episode	Original air date
1	1	Dec 9, 2020	Aired
1	2	Dec 10, 2020	Aired
1	3	Dec 16, 2020	Aired
1	4	Dec 17, 2020	Aired
1	5	Dec 23, 2020	Aired
1	6	Dec 24, 2020	Aired
1	7	Jan 6, 2021	Aired
1	8	Jan 7, 2021	Aired
1	9	Jan 13, 2021	Aired
1	10	Jan 14, 2021	Aired
1	11	Jan 20, 2021	Aired
1	12	Jan 21, 2021	Aired
1	13	Jan 27, 2021	Aired
1	14	Jan 28, 2021	Aired
1	15	Feb 3, 2021	Aired
1	16	Feb 4, 2021	Aired

Dates are original broadcast dates in the country of origin (Korea/China). Official streaming platforms in your country may add episodes the same day or later.

FAQ

How many episodes does True Beauty have?: True Beauty has one season with 16 episodes, each running around 80 minutes. The series has ended.
When was True Beauty released?: True Beauty premiered on tvN on December 9, 2020, and its final episode aired on February 4, 2021.
Who is in the cast of True Beauty?: Mun Ka-young stars as Lim Ju-kyung, with Cha Eun-woo as Lee Su-ho and Hwang In-youp as Han Seo-jun. Park You-na, Im Se-mi, Park Ho-san, Jang Hye-jin and Oh Eui-sik also appear.
Where can I watch True Beauty legally in the US?: In the US, True Beauty is listed on Netflix, HBO Max (including the HBO Max Amazon Channel) and Rakuten Viki by subscription, and on VIX free with ads.
What genre is True Beauty, and is it based on a webtoon?: True Beauty is a Korean comedy-drama with romance and high school themes. It is based on a webtoon.

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