Azure Spring (TV series)
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| Hangul | 아주르 스프링 |
| RR | Ajureu seupeuring |
| MR | Ajurŭ sŭp'ŭring |
| Genre | |
| Based on | Azure Spring by Jang Deok-hyun |
| Written by | Ha Jin |
| Directed by | Jung Heon-soo |
| Starring | |
| Country of origin | South Korea |
| Original language | Korean |
| No. of episodes | 6 |
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| Running time | 34 minutes |
| Original release | |
| Network | MBN+ |
| Release | May 11 – May 26, 2026 |
Azure Spring (Korean: 아주르 스프링) is a 2026 South Korean coming of age television series written by Ha Jin and directed by Jung Heon-soo, starring Yeri and Kang Sang-jun. Based on the webtoon of the same name by Jang Deok-hyun, the series tells the story of individuals finding healing and a sense of belonging through the traditional practice of haenyeo. It aired on MBN+ from May 11 to May 26, 2026 every Monday and Tuesday at 23:00 (KST). It is also available for streaming on various OTT platforms, such as Viu.
Synopsis
The series follows two people paralyzed by their past and fear of the future: Deok-hyun, a middle-aged man seeking refuge, and An-na, an anxious job seeker looking for an escape. Both decide to become haenyeo in Haenam-gun, plunging into the sea to find the meaning of life. The story portrays their journey of self-discovery and connection with their community.
Cast and characters
- A young woman who becomes a diver while navigating societal expectations.
- Kang Sang-jun as Yoon Deok-hyun[2]
- A man who seeks a change in environment to address personal trauma.
Production
Development
The series is a live-action adaptation of the webtoon Azure Spring, created by Jang Deok-hyun and serialized through Lezhin Comics. Production is managed by OZ Arena and Studio Dal, with Jung Heon-soo directing and Ha Jin serving as the screenwriter.[3]
Casting
In late 2025, Yeri (Kim Ye-rim) was cast in the lead role of Seo An-na.[4][5] Kang Sang-jun was subsequently cast as Yoon Deok-hyun, a character seeking a new start in a coastal village.[6]
Release
Azure Spring premiered on MBN+ on May 11, 2026, and airs every Monday and Tuesday at 23:00 (KST). It is also available for streaming on Wavve and TVING in South Korea, Abema in Japan, and Kocowa and Viu in selected regions.[7][8]
References
- ↑ Park, Jung-sun (April 15, 2026). 김예림, 이번엔 제주 해녀다...드라마 '아주르 스프링'으로 컴백 [Kim Ye-rim, this time as a Jeju Haenyeo... Comeback with the drama 'Azur Spring']. JTBC. Retrieved April 19, 2026.
- ↑ Song, Mi-hee (April 14, 2026). 김예림x강상준 '아주르스프링' 5월 11일 첫 방송 [Kim Ye-rim x Kang Sang-jun 'Azure Spring' premieres on May 11]. BNT News. Retrieved April 19, 2026.
- ↑ Hwang, Hye-jin (December 2, 2026). 레드벨벳 예리(김예림), 해녀 된다 "'아주르 스프링' 출연" [Red Velvet's Yeri (Kim Yerim) to become a female diver: "Appearing in 'Azur Spring'"]. Newsen (in Korean). Retrieved May 2, 2026.
- ↑ Jang, Eun-ji (April 15, 2026). 하이스쿨 퀸에서 해녀로, 김예림의 무해한 변신 '아주르 스프링' [From High School Queen to Haenyeo, Kim Ye-rim's Harmless Transformation in 'Azur Spring']. Sports Donga (in Korean). Retrieved April 30, 2026.
- ↑ Kim, So-yeon (December 2, 2025). [단독] 레드벨벳 예리, 해녀 변신...'아주르 스프링' 캐스팅 [Red Velvet's Yeri Transforms into a Female Diver... Cast in 'Azur Spring']. The Korea Economic Daily (in Korean). Retrieved April 30, 2026.
- ↑ Son, Bong-seok (April 14, 2026). 강상준, 드라마 '아주르스프링' 비밀 간직한 해남 역 출연 [Kang Sang-jun to appear as Haenam, a character harboring a secret, in the drama 'Azur Spring']. Sports Kyunghyang (in Korean). Retrieved April 30, 2026.
- ↑ Jo, Su-min (April 14, 2026). 김예림·강상준 주연 '아주르스프링' 5월 11일 첫 방송 ['Azure Spring' starring Kim Ye-rim and Kang Sang-jun premieres on May 11]. Maeil Broadcasting Network (in Korean). Retrieved April 30, 2026.
- ↑ Waugh, J.R. (May 1, 2026). "Every K-Drama Coming to Netflix, Viki, and More in May 2026". Screen Rant. Retrieved May 21, 2026.