Coffee House (2010-SBS-Korean Drama)
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Current user rating: 87/100 (143 votes)
Profile
- TV Show: Coffee House
- Revised romanization: Keopi Hawooseu
- Hangul: 커피하우스
- Director: Pyo Min-Soo
- Writer: Song Jae Jung
- Network: SBS
- Episodes: 18
- Release Date: May 17, 2010 --
- Runtime: Mon. & Tues. 20:45
- Language: Korean
- Country: South Korea
Plot
The story revolves around a charismatic writer Lee Jin Soo who reached stardom after writing thriller novels, which quickly became bestsellers. He works for a publishing company run by his old friend Seo Eun Young, a strong-willed, smart, beautiful and sucessful woman who can handle everything that comes her way.
Jin Soo meets Kang Seung Yeon, a young woman who has been below average in everything in her life. But somehow she ends up being hired as a secretary by Jin Soo. The great first impression Seung Yeon has of the writer soon washes away as she discovers that the man is actually weird, sarcastic, has strange habits and is hard to please. However, she is determined to be the best secretary anyone could have – a true professional.
Jin Soo and Eun Young, despite trusting each others abilities, don’t get always along and fight constantly. That is, until Eun Young’s ex-husband Han Ji Won returns and announces he still loves her and wants her back. Eun Young, unimpressed by his cheesy actions joins forces with Jin Soo, who finds the guy as annoying as her, to get rid of him.
But everything gets complicated when unexpected sparks start flying between the foursome and hearts are bound to be broken in this funny yet romantic story of Jin Soo’s life.
Notes
- Early working title for "Coffee House" was "Page One" (페이지원).
- "Coffee House" will take over the SBS Mon. & Tues. 20:45 time slot previously occupied by "Oh! My Lady"
- Filming begins April 21st, 2010.
- "Coffee House" is on hiatus from 14 June 2010 because of the World Cup in South Africa and will begin broadcasting again on 28 June 2010.
Cast
| Kang Ji-Hwan as Lee Jin Soo - At first sight, Lee Jin Soo is nice, charming and humorous, but under that false pretense he is actually mean, weird and sarcastic. He has odd habits and likes to make fun of others in order to entertain himself. He is close with Eun Young, finds Seung Yeon amusing and tries to avoid Ji Won. | |
| Park Si-Yeon as Seo Eun Young - Seo Eun Young is an independent woman who hates weak damsel-in-distress type of females as she believes in her own strength. Although she knows Jin Soo from the past, she still finds him hard to understand. Though constantly at war with Jin Soo over work she joins forces with him to make Ji Won give her up. | |
| Ham Eun-Jung as Kang Seung Yeon - Kang Seung Yeon has always been below average in everything. By pure coincidence, she becomes a secretary for the famous writer Jin Soo who turns out to be a complete psycho. She is very honest, naive and somewhat clueless, but helps Jin Soo every step of the way though he mostly takes joy in torturing her. | |
| Jeong Woong-In as Han Ji Won - Han Ji Won is known for his cheesy manners and obtuse thinking. Hoping to reunite with Eun Young, he returns to Seoul, clueless that his presence is unwanted. Brimming with unwarranted confidence, he tries to get Eun Young back, using all kinds of cheesy events and dragging Jin Soo along on his artless misadventures.
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Additional Cast Members:
- Ahn Kil-Kang - Seung-Yeon's dad
- Kim Ji-Yeong - Seung-Yeon's grandmother
- Kim Min-Sang - Kang Seung-Chul
- Park Jae-Jeong - Kim Dong-Wook
- Jung Soo-Young - Oh Hyun-Joo
- Jung Ji-Ah - Ko Yun-Joo
- Jin Seong - Park Young-Chul
- Lee Soon-Jae - Eun-Young's grandfather
- Lee Hye-Eun - Byeong-Hee
- Heo Tae-Hee - Dong-Min
- Ha Dae-Ro - Geum-Kwon
- Jeong Jun-Ho - special guest appearance
- Kim Sung-Min - airplane passenger (cameo)
- Moon Chun-Sik - veterinarian (cameo)
- Yu Chae-Yeong - radio writer (cameo)
Trailer
Episode Ratings
| Date | Episode | Nationwide | Seoul |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010-05-17 | 1 | 8.8 (16th) | 8.7 (16th) |
| 2010-05-18 | 2 | - | - |
| 2010-05-24 | 3 | - | - |
| 2010-05-25 | 4 | 7.8 (19th) | 8.2 (15th) |
| 2010-05-31 | 5 | 9.7 (15th) | 9.7 (12th) |
| 2010-06-01 | 6 | 9.3 (12th) | 9.4 (12th) |
| 2010-06-07 | 7 | 8.5 (19th) | 8.7 (18th) |
| 2010-06-08 | 8 | 8.7 (16th) | 9.4 (14th) |
| 2010-06-28 | 9 | - | - |
| 2010-06-29 | 10 | - | - |
| 2010-07-05 | 11 | 8.4 (19th) | 8.7 (14th) |
| 2010-07-06 | 12 | 8.0 (17th) | 8.2 (17th) |
| 2010-07-12 | 13 | - | 9.1 (20th) |
| 2010-07-13 | 14 | 10.1 (12th) | 10.6 (11th) |
| 2010-07-19 | 15 | 8.9 (17th) | 9.4 (16th) |
| 2010-07-20 | 16 | 9.7 (12th) | 10.4 (13th) |
| 2010-07-26 | 17 | 8.5 (19th) | 9.0 (16th) |
| 2010-07-27 | 18 | 8.3 (19th) | 8.6 (17th) |
| Average | - | - | |
Source: TNS Media Korea
Maryammbz Says:
Feb 10 2012 12:58 pm
I love this drama .....amazing but i hate the ending .....
muneer Says:
Jan 07 2012 5:51 pm
Coffee House is a good drama but the ending is not good...
ichil Says:
Nov 28 2011 12:42 am
At first, in was really into this drama with the giddy feeling that jin soo would end up with seung yeon. But as the story progresses i got got more terrified seeing the jin soo-eun young moments. This drama would have been great if the writer of this series was not a KILLJOY!!! The plot was fun and refreshing but the writer totally ruined it with thw ENDING!! ! reaaly HATE this drama! T___________T
ji soo and seung yeon got the chemistry. hope they work together again in (I HOPE) a project where they are the couple..
Anna Says:
Nov 10 2011 4:06 am
I have to say that I really enjoyed this drama. It is the first Korean drama I have watched (I quickly followed it by watching the 1st Shop of Coffee Prince immediately after) so didn't really know what to expect. But I laughed, cried and was hugely entertained throughout all the episodes. The ending for me was very logical, the couple who were really meant to be together finally found their happiness, and the girl who was a misfit in her work life, found her direction and fulfillment.
aty Says:
Oct 25 2011 9:09 am
what a suck!!!! i don't like the ending.... sorry guys
HG Says:
Aug 07 2011 2:23 pm
Really good indeed. It has some small flaws, but the great storyline and characters make up for it. This is very enjoyable to watch as it suprises you constantly, but at the same time it has those good components that every kdrama needs. And it is simply HILARIOUS.
Ellie Says:
Aug 05 2011 4:17 am
Most comments on this page are negative, but I have to say that everyone should make up their own minds about the drama. I believe this drama can be somewhat risky to watch - you either absolutely love it or you hate it. But nevertheless, this is a drama that should have got more attention, because the script was awesome, the characters cracked you up and the romance was heartpounding. Just don't expect the same plot from every other kdrama.
And it didn't get wierd after 9 episodes. It just confirmed the direction that was hinted in earlier episodes.
Definitely one of the best dramas for me, at least.
Helena Says:
Aug 05 2011 4:04 am
The best korean drama I have seen. And I'm not exaggerating. The plot is unexpected and unusual for a kdrama, which makes it very exciting to watch. And the characters are also absolutely great. I loved each and every one of them, because they all were quirky and funny. This is the kind of drama that ignores most of the common cliche's in dramaworld and spices it up with a great amount of laughter.
I recommend it to drama addicts that are tired of the same plots and characters, but looks for something light, comedic and romantic to watch. I must say that I myself almost missed this after I watched the first episode, which did not do justice on the show, but I picked it up later and it was the best thing I could have done. But i also have warn that some people may find the end disappointing, because they have gotten used to the usual drama storyline. So if you like your dramas with the same characters, couples and ending then maybe you should try something more ordinary. Still, if you're up for it then please check this drama out and don't make up your mind based on the first episode, it will get better, I promise.
And those who have seen this, may I say that the ending was actually very logical. Though the drama took twists and turns along the way, if you paid attention you could see how the romance ultimately played out.
blossom Says:
Jul 19 2011 9:47 am
I'm watching this drama because of Ji Hwan..he always doing his best in every caracter that he played..I usually like only romance comedy drama..with less dramatic scene, but cuz of Ji Hwan I start to like to watch every genre of Korean drama or movies.. *as long as he played on that drama/movie*
For this drama, I think it's quite nice..but I rather to watch Ji Hwan in Lie to Me than in here, cuz his kissing scenes with YEH seems more real and their chemistry even more hardly to forget than his kissing scene in here with PYS.. :(
e-Rheen Says:
Jul 13 2011 9:03 am
Hey.. what going on?? why almost people said this drama so weird. Honestly, I haven't watched yet this drama. But I wonder who is the pair for Jin Soo at the end?? Cud somebody tell me....
Toshiko Says:
Jul 03 2011 11:13 am
I loved this drama, and the end is very logical...
Chan Says:
Jun 24 2011 12:52 am
I love Korean dramas. Coffee House is a watchable depiction... but ending was unexpected, could have been better.
Mas Says:
Jun 23 2011 6:09 am
Yeah same here... I stopped watching halfway cuz it gets so weird afterwards. Frankly, I if they had paired Jin Soo and Seung Yon, (Kang Ji Hwan and Ham Eun Jung), maybe the drama would have been much more enjoyable. Clearly, I am not the only person who is rooting for this couple. We just feel that Ji Hwan and Eun Jung have 'THAT' chemistry...
EunJo Says:
Jun 18 2011 7:37 am
ARGH. Hate the ending... It sucks. JINJAHHHH JAESOO EOPSOHHHHHHHH!!!!
Danielle Says:
Jun 09 2011 7:34 am
I am now on chapter 13 of this series. It gets better towards the end, as Lee Jin-Soo are conscious of his own hidden feelings after Seo Eun-Young confesses her love for him, but due to an inner battle of the loss of his late wife, he needed time for himself & it wasnt fair to Seo Eun-Young when he is not over his late wife. Lee Jin-Soo & Seo Eun-Young are more compatible in every aspects, career, taste, humour, intellect, class..etc. The relationship between Lee Jin-Soo and Kang Seung-Yeon are purely brother & sister/punching bag kinda. As for Han Ji Won, he is very annoying. I guess he has succeeded playing his role. Worth a few chuckles when Lee make Kang do things that is out of the norm. hahaha quite enjoyable & different.
clan90n Says:
Jun 02 2011 8:18 am
this drama has a weird weird weird things going on.the director establish the whole episode as though kang seung yeon and lee jin son is a couple but all of a sudden.from the middle of the whole episode.the whole thing change and gets weird.oh well.i love kang ji hwan acting and eunjung did a great job as a new comer.but sorry.i can't continue this drama.it's way too weird for me
karupin Says:
Apr 10 2011 12:32 pm
ahhh...chincha!!!
i hate the ending...i expected it to be beautiful that kang ji hwan and ham eun jung will be the couple...but it's not...
ahh...aigoo...nappunum...
its funny but not at the end...
Jana101 Says:
Mar 30 2011 9:16 am
At first, it was great. But I got disappointed with the ending! All along I really thought it would be a happy ending for Jin Soo and Seung Yeon. I never thought Jin Soo's real partner was Eun Young. Too bad. Jin Soo and Seung Yeon look very good together! No wonder this drama got low ratings. They made an unexpected ending that made the viewers really disappointed, including me. :/
Tina Says:
Feb 15 2011 2:04 pm
DragonRaid, the show was initially called Page One but the station made they change it. And I think the reason it didn't get ratings is because many people really did think it was trying to rip off Coffee Prince. It backfired on the station even though it's the writers, actors and crew who end up bearing the brunt of the low ratings.
DragonRaid Says:
Feb 10 2011 11:12 am
I do have to add though...why the title, "Coffee House"? Especially, since its focus was more on the book industry? Just curious...my initial feeling was that it was playing off the popularity of "Coffee Prince"...Seung-Yeon even had that Eun-Chan look, and Jin-Son was comparable, in looks at least, to Han-Sung. That was my initial take, and almost made me pass over, but I'm glad I didn't judge this show (book) by the cover. :-)
DragonRaid Says:
Feb 10 2011 11:00 am
I thought that this drama was incredible. I was rivited to the screen! I was a bit sad that Jin-Son did not end up with Seung-Yeon, but the way that the resolved all the storylines was satisfying none-the-less, imo. The show had a very good balance of romance, comedy, and tension. I do admit that I almost did not continue watching when the family started dancing around when Seung-Yeon got the call about her job...that was a bit cheezy, but I'm glad I kept on watching. All the principal players did a very good job, but Ji-Hwan really was stellar!
Eliana Says:
Feb 06 2011 11:35 pm
I'm a Malay girl in Malaysia. I love Korean dramas. This particular one I'm still watching. It's so beautiful I can't wait to get home from office to watch the rest tonight. I'm at the juncture where everyone is with new looks and Eun Jung is now a senior in a radio station. It's so funny when a 'lawyer' supposedly representing Lee Jin-Son wnated to sue her for 'international copyright'. Hahaha. Kang Ji-Hwan, u r so handsome & cute.. Park Si-Yeon ...u r so pretty and Jeong Woong-In, u really make me hate u. hehehe.
rgtregerh Says:
Jan 14 2011 3:42 am
i like this drama. its soo funny. but, im getting so fustrated. HIS MENT TO FALL IN LOVE WITH SEUNG-YEON!!
on the last episode. if he doesnt go to her, ill going crazy. you cannot fall in love with your freaking dead wife's best friend
WHATS WRONG WHICH CHU MAN?!?!
Haha Says:
Dec 19 2010 8:46 am
Only watched this drama because of Han Eun Jung
aya Says:
Dec 05 2010 1:51 am
@dede. I COULDN'T AGREE WITH YOU MORE. BUT FIRST 8 EPISODE WAS HELLA FUNNY.BUT I SAW A CHANGE IN EP 9 SO I STOP WATCHING THE DRAMA AND THANK GOD I DID. I WOULD BE SO ANGRY TO FINISH ALL THE EPISODES ONLY TO BE DISAPPOINTING WITH THE ENDING.
dede Says:
Nov 30 2010 7:05 am
this drama is just a rubbish..
a boring drama..
i regret for watching it.
AmA Says:
Nov 12 2010 10:52 am
Frustrated a lot and I was surprised by the end of the series , although the of the author Lee a personal vehicle, complex and mysterious, but with Kang Seung-Yeon thay are two beautiful and cute they make a lovely couple, the relationship between lee and Seo Eun-Young is Beautiful thing in Drama
Kang ji hwan I one of my favorite actors and he really deserves eunjung!! I watch this drama becuas!e he is acts in this drama but idon't expect this end !
I hope watch hime in another Drama like Hong Gil Dong .
haru haru Says:
Nov 04 2010 5:04 am
dont like the acting of Park si yeon..shes just a beauty but not a promising actress of drama..so cornyyyy....I had watched only until episode 8 but stopped coz I dont like that girl Park Si Yeon..
smileyme Says:
Oct 20 2010 7:57 am
I adore this drama so much i don't know how many times i watch Coffee House ^_^
and oh boy Kang Ji Hwan always suprise me with his acting and i'm the fan of EunSoo couple.
Didn't like Kang seung yun, she's didn't convince me to pair with Jin Soo but I find Eun Young who really suit with Jin Soo and she's adorable (Good Job Park Si Yeon, you impove alot!!)
Despite the low ratings I suggest everyone watch Coffee House because this drama different at another usual drama!!
High recommend
lyda Says:
Oct 11 2010 1:47 am
I dont like this drama coz Lee jin Son & Seo Eun Young will the end up together.
I like Kang Seung-Yeon coz she alway support to Lee jin Son every time and made he has funny...
heal Says:
Sep 19 2010 8:18 am
im so missing kang ji hwan.. im planning to watch this drama next weekend.. something to look forward to.. I know this will be another kjh favorite of mind.. a dose of korean drama will get me motivated ..waaaaaahhhh..:p
Hagattini Says:
Sep 03 2010 10:45 pm
This is an awesome drama! I cant help keep watching it. This drama makes me realy confused, I dont know for sure who is gonna be with who until the very end.Because in this film, there are no "bad person", all the characters are so cute & nice. It's just a story about passion, courage to follow their dream, the working of art, love & fate. There are many kinds of love. And there are a lot of love in life, particularly in this film. Soo Eun Young Vs Lee Jin Soo vs Kang Seung Yeon. The love between them makes a fascinating story. Still, i believe in a happy ending where Lee Jin Soo is gonna be with kang Seung Yeon...:))
Ridhwan Says:
Sep 02 2010 5:35 pm
The drama is quite hilarious between LJS and KSY but at some point the character of KSY gets irritating and annoying because of the stupidity.
megan Says:
Aug 28 2010 12:13 pm
i don't like this drama coz the secrtary & the writer, they didn't make it 'till the end of the story.... too bad
s0-s0 Says:
Jul 30 2010 5:58 am
a very nice drama....kind of funny and hilarious
i hope that Lee jin Son & Seo Eun Young will be together for the ending
well, if Lee Jin Son & Kang Seung Yeon end up to be together, it just like other typical drama...but still i'm ok with it
just love all of them n hope this drama will be more realistic with having a good ending
laarni Says:
Jul 25 2010 11:06 am
I like K stories because they are light dramas. conflicts are easily resolved. characters are versatile. they will start as a funny character and will end up as a complicated beautiful one.
I kinda like Coffee House--- I hope I will not be disappointed with the ending....I like the twists of the story and I think the story is starting to unwind.....
.......looking forward to its final episodes....
Cristina Says:
Jul 23 2010 7:33 pm
I love this drama especially with the secretary acting. She's very lovable and funny. Hope she'll end up with Lee Jin soo instead of Park SY..
dorothy Says:
Jul 22 2010 9:55 am
Personally, I think is rather difficult for JS & SY r/s to develop base on another 3 more ep to go. How I wish .... they can be together.
millie Says:
Jul 21 2010 11:12 pm
Love Lee Jin-Soo and Kang Seung-Yeon...I'm keeping my fingers crossed for them!!!
hunterx89 Says:
Jul 20 2010 10:34 pm
coffee house was extended... until ep 18..
kdrama 13432 Says:
Jul 20 2010 8:41 pm
I LOVE THIS DRAMA !! I really hope that Lee Jin-Son & Kang Seung-Yeon would end up together,
they really do make a good couple, like its not stressful and they get along great! =)
I am actually cheering for them but because writer lee relationship with Seo Eun-Young is way
too complicated and stressful. I love Seo Eun-Young character and she is a great actress but
i dont think she is a good match for him . I love this drama and i really dont want to be dissapointed
with the results >_<
neth Says:
Jul 17 2010 5:56 am
I really love this drama, people who are watching this drama I am sure that they are having a hard time thinking what will gonna be the end of this story, but for me i hope it will be Lee Jin Soo and Kang Seung Yeon, if it is not the end for me it is not a good drama, people will be dissapointed if Lee Jin Soo end up with Seo Eun Young
natalia Says:
Jul 09 2010 8:51 pm
I love this drama n i hope the writer end up with his secretary....
Mel Says:
Jul 06 2010 11:06 pm
Love this drama and i'm always looking forward to watching every episode of it. I'm hoping though that Lee Jin-Soo and Kang Seung-Yeon would end up together...
lamia Says:
Jul 06 2010 1:55 am
yes ErWIN i think this drama is limited to 16 EPISODES
ENJOY IT :)
ErWiN Says:
Jul 05 2010 10:47 pm
I too am also not Korean but this show has definitely captured all my attention and im loving every single minute of it!
but i heard or found on the internet that this is only limited to 16 episodes? IS THIS TRUE!?!??!
someone please respond!! thank you^.^
Min Says:
Jul 05 2010 12:01 am
Omg eunjung t-ara is soo cute >< lol SEYs character is hilarious <3
asarainbow Says:
Jul 04 2010 3:14 am
Hope the writer and secretary end up together. I'm watching cos of KangJH. Sorry Park Si Yeon fans, but don't like her character and her acting. Very forced. The chief and writer's romance and kissing has been most boring. I'm watching it cos of Kang. His characters are so real and he seems at ease acting any parts. I'm also watching Eun Jung. Her acting is mediocre but she's quite refreshing to watch. I can feel her awkwardness acting some scenes. It shows in her face and body language. So that's interesting. I support the underdog! If handsome writer and pretty chief end up together, this will be the most boring Kdrama romance ever!
lamia Says:
Jul 02 2010 2:33 am
i am not from korea but i can't stop watching korean drama specially this one because it's so nice and funny
TichiKitty Says:
Jun 28 2010 8:21 am
One of the funniest dramas I've seen! But where is episode 9???
anne Says:
Jun 27 2010 6:02 pm
I am so excited to watch the complete story of coffee house....kang ji hwan is realy my idol. can'T wait. they are really cute with Eun Jong..kang ji hwan is very versatile actor i love it...
eugene Says:
Jun 24 2010 3:53 pm
I love this drama. I hope PSY and KJH will end up together.
Kay Says:
Jun 24 2010 1:08 am
This drama is awesone
Althought EJ is good but she cant be at the same level with KJH and PSY. Their chemistry is amazing!!!!
Stop being bias and be fair!!!
PSY's charater is adorable and fabulous!!!! She ' s the woman that every man want to have and every woman want to be.
Thereforce, JS ( KJH ) is no exception. Did you see the kiss??? He can't help but love her
I doubt that EJ could have the same affect
mary5553 Says:
Jun 18 2010 4:14 am
Love this series Everyone is great in it but my favorite has to be Jin Son and Seong Yeon hope they end up together their chemistry is Hot!!!!!!!!
efanz Says:
Jun 11 2010 3:33 am
hahahak... eun jung t-ara.. fighting!!!
Charles Says:
Jun 08 2010 9:40 pm
Gosh, this drama is a must watch. I love Eun Jung's acting. God, Eun Jung can be hot/pretty/silly/cute at the same time!!! seriously. I love her haha, probably more than Yoon Eun Hye? haha maybeeee Must watch, but it's only until episode 6 right now =(
Polka Dottz Says:
Jun 05 2010 6:18 am
Wow I never knew Eunjung unni would be so good at acting!! I seriouly hope she gets coupled up with kang ji hwan!! ( Jin soo) I really don't like seo eunyoung. She can have that old man Han ji won. And lol this drama is one of the best I've Everr seen in my life. Kang ji hwan I one of my favorite actors and he really deserves eunjung!! Woot love this drama!!
Jin son & Seong yeon together JJANG!!
nawz Says:
Jun 04 2010 9:47 pm
This is so far one of the most quirky and funny dramas in a looooong time. the actors are great and the characters are even better. definitely a must see.
Haruka Says:
Jun 01 2010 9:32 pm
I am SO LUVVIN this drama!
Its really nice and funny and hilarious and good and luv the actors
I am however cheering for Lee Jin-Son & Kang Seung-Yeon as the couple
Ok ok ok the manager Kim Dong Wook is also my favorite! i luv both men
I dont really like Seo Eun-Young's character yet... donno why lol allthou
she's funneh but she isnt gettin my attention at all >.>