The Matchmakers has quietly become one of the more dependable comedies currently available in the US on Rakuten Viki. A single, tightly-focused season means there is plenty to get through without ever feeling padded. With 27 viewer ratings on TMDB, this is not a title flying under the radar. Rowoon is the obvious draw, but the whole ensemble earns its laughs. Put it on tonight on Rakuten Viki and see for yourself.

Part of the current wave of titles people are actually watching, The Matchmakers earns its spot. The jokes in The Matchmakers land because the characters underneath them are worth caring about. Set during the Joseon Dynasty, the story of the meeting between the young widow Jung Soon-deok and young widower Shim Jung-woo as well as the struggle the two go through together to marry off the four young maidens who represent Joseon. Rowoon and Cho Yi-hyun lead a cast that never overplays a joke. It first aired in 2023. What keeps The Matchmakers from feeling disposable is a cast that clearly understands the material better than the format usually demands. There is real craft here, even in the moments that do not fully land.

For viewers who want something light without wanting something stupid, The Matchmakers respects your intelligence. Viewers who responded to My Dearest will find a lot to like here too. Best experienced as a single, sustained watch if your schedule allows. Rowoon sets the tone, but the supporting cast is where a lot of the best moments come from. A reliable pick for any night you want quality comedy without the homework.

The Matchmakers wrapped up in 2023 — and 1 season is available to watch from start to finish. Find exactly where it's streaming below, and TV Butler Pro's free voice app makes it effortless to track your progress as you go. Just say the name, and Butler finds it instantly, tells you which service has it, and remembers exactly where you left off.