When the Stars Gossip

Ratings: IMDB: ?/10 MyDramaList: ?/10

Release Date: January 4, 2025

Genres: Sci-Fi, Romance

Country of Origin: South Korea

Director: Park Shin-woo

Language: Korean

Where to watch

Netflix

Trailer

Summary

“When the Stars Gossip” unfolds aboard a zero-gravity space station, centering on the story of boss Eve (Gong Hyo-jin) and an uninvited guest, Gong Ryong (Lee Min-ho). Their interactions, conflicts and cooperation in the unfamiliar setting of space create the foundation for the series.

Cast

News

“When the Stars Gossip” has a staggering production budget of 50 billion won.

The drama offers a variety of unique episodes set aboard the ILS (International Lunar Station), delivering fresh and exciting storytelling. Everyday life in a microgravity environment promises to captivate viewers with its imaginative scenarios.

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Key roles are played by the International Orbital Union (IOU) and Mission Control Center (MCC), both integral to the story. IOU is a virtual international organization managing space missions, while MCC supports the astronauts and ensures their safe return.

Director Park Shin-woo explained the choice of space as the setting, “I wanted to explore how Earth’s norms and ethics change in the zero-gravity conditions of space.” The drama aims to deliver more than just entertainment, embedding a profound message within its narrative.

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Gong Hyo-jin described the project as “a new challenge that contributes to diversity” and assured viewers that they would experience surprises beyond their imagination.

“When the Stars Gossip” has already generated significant buzz on SNS and ranking charts. A short-form video showcasing zero-gravity scenes has garnered over 15 million views on Instagram, further demonstrating the global appeal of K-content. According to Good Data Corporation’s rankings, the drama placed 7th in TV-OTT buzzworthiness even before its premiere, affirming its status as a highly anticipated series.