The Dream Life of Mr. Kim
Kim Nak-su is a middle-aged man who loses everything he once considered valuable in an instant. After a long journey, he finally discovers his true self, beyond his role as a department manager at a large corporation.
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Ep 1Threshold
Serious about corporate life, Kim Nak-su sets his sights on upward mobility — but finds himself weighed down by favored juniors and office politics.
Ep 2Caught in the Middle
Nak-su's ruthless ambition breeds tension for those around him, including his family. Soon, a sudden corporate scandal makes him HR's target.
Ep 3MVP
Nak-su's corporate disaster worsens as he scrambles for damage control — forcing Baek Jeong-tae to make a decisive choice about his career.
Ep 4Hanging by a Thread
Forced into a career crisis, Nak-su tries to make the best out of his situation. But he soon faces Jeong-tae — who delivers a momentous blow.
Ep 5Serving My Own Bowl
Now officially demoted, Nak-su agonizes over a daily grind that feels punishing. But just when he can't take it anymore, he finds a glimmer of hope.
Ep 6Lifeline
Nak-su, full of new energy, pushes to return to headquarters. Meanwhile, his family faces changes unfolding in their own lives that test their bonds.
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