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Aema

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

  • 2025
  • Ended
  • Drama · Comedy
  • ~59m / ep
  • 1 season
  • 7.6/10

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

Latest: Limited Series · 2025

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  1. E1. Episode 1

    Aug 22, 2025 · 47m

    Disgusted by the steamy "Madame Aema" script, Jeong Hee-ran refuses the lead role. Her vengeful producer retaliates by casting a rookie instead.

  2. E2. Episode 2

    Aug 22, 2025 · 53m

    Even before filming starts, the crew faces challenges — tensions grow between Hee-ran and Shin Ju-ae, and strict censorship forces script changes.

  3. E3. Episode 3

    Aug 22, 2025 · 60m

    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.

  4. E4. Episode 4

    Aug 22, 2025 · 59m

    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?

  5. E5. Episode 5

    Aug 22, 2025 · 64m

    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.

  6. E6. Episode 6

    Aug 22, 2025 · 68m

    "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.

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