A Time Called You (Korean: 너의 시간 속으로) is a 2023 South Korean romantic time-travel drama starring Ahn Hyo-seop, Jeon Yeo-been, and Kang Hoon. The series was written by Choi Hyo-bi and directed by Kim Jin-won. It is a Korean remake of the hit Taiwanese drama Someday or One Day. Mixing love, mystery, and time travel, the show tells an emotional story about fate and connection across time. A Time Called You was released on Netflix on September 8, 2023.
K-Drama Profile
- Drama Title (English): A Time Called You
- Drama Title (Korean): 너의 시간 속으로
- Revised Romanization: Neoui sigan sogeuro
- Production: Npio Entertainment, Lian Contents, Studio Flow
- Genres: Time travel, mystery, romance
- Based On: Someday or One Day by Huang Tien-jen
- Writer: Choi Hyo-bi
- Director: Kim Jin-won
- Starring: Ahn Hyo-seop, Jeon Yeo-been, Kang Hoon
- Country: South Korea
- Language: Korean
- Episodes: 12
- Network: Netflix
- Release Date: September 8, 2023
Plot Synopsis
A Time Called You tells the story of Jun-hee, who is heartbroken after losing her boyfriend Yeon-jun in 2023. One day, she mysteriously travels back to 1998 and wakes up in the body of 18-year-old Min-ju. While trying to adjust to her new life, she meets Si-heon, a boy who looks exactly like her late boyfriend. This unexpected twist leads Jun-hee on an emotional journey filled with love, loss, and time travel.
Main Casts
Ahn Hyo-seop (as Koo Yeon-jun / Nam Si-heon)
- Birth Name (English): Ahn Hyo-seop
- Birth Name (Korean): 안효섭
- Revised Romanization: An Hyoseop
- Birthdate: April 17, 1995
- Age: 30
- Birthplace: Seoul, South Korea
- Nationality: Canadian
- Agency: The Present Company
- Occupations: Actor, singer
- Debut: 2015
- Height: 188 cm
- Weight: 70 kg
- Blood Type: AB
- MBTI: INTP
- Social Media: Instagram
- Website: Official website
Ahn Hyo-seop is a Canadian actor and singer active in South Korea. He started his career in 2015 as a member of the group One O One, debuting with the song “Love You.” He became well-known for his roles in popular dramas like Dr. Romantic 2 and 3 (2020–2023), Lovers of the Red Sky (2021), and Business Proposal (2022). In 2025, he also voiced the character Jinu in the animated musical film KPop Demon Hunters.
Jeon Yeo-been (as Han Jun-hee / Kwon Min-ju)
- Stage Name (English): Jeon Yeo-been
- Stage Name (Korean): 전여빈
- Revised Romanization: Jeon Yeobin
- Birth Name (English): Jeon Bo-young
- Birth Name (Korean): 전보영
- Revised Romanization: Jeon Boyeong
- Birthdate: July 26, 1989
- Age: 36
- Birthplace: Gangneung, Gangwon Province, South Korea
- Nationality: South Korean
- Agency: Management MMM
- Accupation: Actress
- Debut: 2015
- Height: 166 cm
- Blood Type: A
- MBTI: INFJ
- Social Media: Instagram
- Website: Official website
Jeon Yeo-been is a South Korean actress known for her emotional and expressive acting. She gained recognition for her role in the independent film After My Death (2018), which won her the Actress of the Year Award at the Busan International Film Festival and the Independent Star Award at the Seoul Independent Film Festival. Jeon became even more popular after starring in the hit drama Vincenzo (2021), the film Night in Paradise (2021), and the romantic time-travel series A Time Called You (2023).
Kang Hoon (as Jung In-gyu)
- Birth Name (English): Kang Hoon
- Birth Name (Korean): 강훈
- Revised Romanization: Gang Hun
- Birthdate: May 23, 1991
- Age: 34
- Birthplace: Gunsan-si, North Jeolla Province, South Korea
- Nationality: South Korean
- Agency: Npio Entertainment
- Occupation: Actor
- Debut: 2014
- Height: 184 cm
- Blood Type: A
- MBTI: INFJ
- Social Media: Instagram
- Website: Official website
Kang Hoon is a South Korean actor known for his warm charm and natural acting. He became well-known for his roles in popular historical dramas like The Red Sleeve (2021), A Time Called You (2023), and The Secret Romantic Guesthouse (2023). Kang continues to gain attention for his versatile performances and growing popularity.
Drama OSTs
Beautiful Restriction
- Song Title (English): Beautiful Restriction
- Song Title (Korean): 아름다운 구속
- Artist Name (English): NewJeans
- Artist Name (Korean): 뉴진스
- Release Date: September 1, 2023
Never Ending Story
- Song Title (English): Never Ending Story
- Song Title (Korean): 네버엔딩스토리
- Artist Name (English): Melomance
- Artist Name (Korean): 멜로망스
- Release Date: September 8, 2023
Already One Year
- Song Title (English): Already One Year
- Song Title (Korean): 벌써일년
- Artist Name (English): Lim Kim
- Artist Name (Korean): 림킴
- Release Date: September 8, 2023
Melody
- Song Title (English): Melody
- Song Title (Korean): 멜로디
- Artist Name (English): Baek A
- Artist Name (Korean): 백아
- Release Date: September 8, 2023
Never Got To Say That I Love You
- Song Title (English): Never Got To Say That I Love You
- Song Title (Korean): 사랑한다는 흔한 말
- Artist Name (English): Sondia
- Artist Name (Korean): 손디아
- Release Date: September 8, 2023
Bye
- Song Title (English): Bye
- Song Title (Korean): 안녕
- Artist Name (English): Kei
- Artist Name (Korean): 케이
- Release Date: September 8, 2023
Between Love and Friendship
- Song Title (English): Between Love and Friendship
- Song Title (Korean): 사랑과 우정 사이
- Artist Name (English): Hong Dae-kwang
- Artist Name (Korean): 홍대광
- Release Date: September 8, 2023
Be With You
- Song Title (English): Be With You
- Artist Name (English): Isaac Hong
- Artist Name (Korean): 홍이삭
- Release Date: September 8, 2023
Audience Ratings
Forbes – Best Korean Dramas of 2023
A Time Called You was named one of Forbes’ Best Korean Dramas of 2023, alongside popular shows like The Glory, Crash Course in Romance, Duty After School, and The Good Bad Mother. This recognition highlights the drama’s emotional story and strong performances.
Global Rankings
| Platform | Score | Notes |
| IMDb | ⭐ 7.8 / 10 | Positive international reviews |
| Rotten Tomatoes | Critics: 60% / Audience: 96% | Loved by viewers |
| Letterboxd | ⭐ 3.7 / 5 | Well-received for acting and story |
| WatchaPedia | ⭐ 3.0 / 5 | Moderate reception in Korea |
| AlloCiné (France) | Audience: 3.6 / 5 | Favorable reviews |
| KinoPoisk (Russia) | ⭐ 8.4 / 10 | Popular among Russian viewers |
| Filmarks (Japan) | ⭐ 4.0 / 5 | Highly rated in Japan |
| Douban (China) | ⭐ 4.9 / 10 | Mixed reviews in China |
| KinoLights (Korea) | ⭐ 3.3 / 5 | Generally positive feedback |
Overall Reception
A Time Called You was well-received worldwide for its touching story, strong acting, and faithful adaptation of the Taiwanese drama Someday or One Day. While some critics noted it closely follows the original plot, viewers appreciated its emotional journey of love, loss, and time travel.
Netflix Viewership
Official Netflix Rankings
| Period | Overall Rank | Non-English Rank | Viewing Hours | Views |
| Sept 4 – Sept 10, 2023 | #17 | #7 | 17,600,000 hours | 1,400,000 views |
| Sept 11 – Sept 17, 2023 | #8 | #4 | 36,500,000 hours | 3,000,000 views |
| Sept 18 – Sept 24, 2023 | #17 | #7 | 19,700,000 hours | 1,600,000 views |
| Sept 25 – Oct 1, 2023 | #18 | #8 | 11,900,000 hours | 1,000,000 views |
- Total Cumulative Viewing Hours: 85,700,000 hours
- Total Cumulative Views: 7,000,000 views
Netflix Daily Top Rankings by Country
| Country | Highest Rank | Date Achieved |
| South Korea | #1 | September 10, 2023 |
| Japan | #2 | September 13, 2023 |
| India | #3 | September 12, 2023 |
| Mexico | #5 | September 12, 2023 |
| Brazil | #6 | September 10, 2023 |
| Argentina | #10 | September 13, 2023 |
A Time Called You was a big hit on Netflix, topping the chart in South Korea and reaching the Top 10 in Japan, India, Mexico, and Brazil. The drama was watched for over 85 million hours with 7 million total views, making it one of the most popular Korean series worldwide in 2023.
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