When the Camellia Blooms has quietly become one of the more dependable comedies currently available in Australia on Netflix, and in the US on Netflix. A compact run that never overstays its welcome. An 8/10 rating says what the writing already makes obvious: this one works. Gong Hyo-jin's performance alone is worth the time investment. Available now on Netflix — press play and find out why people keep recommending it.

There is a reason When the Camellia Blooms keeps coming up in conversation. Sharp writing and a well-matched ensemble are what separate When the Camellia Blooms from the crowd. Dongbaek is a single mother. When a potential new love enters her life, she finds ways to defy the social stigmas surrounding her. Gong Hyo-jin and Kang Ha-neul lead a cast with the timing to make it work. It first aired in 2019. What keeps When the Camellia Blooms from feeling disposable is a cast that clearly understands the material better than the format usually demands. It rarely drops the ball, and when it does, it recovers fast.

When the Camellia Blooms is the kind of thing you put on in the background and end up fully watching. Fans of High Fidelity will recognise the sensibility here immediately. It is a manageable watch, easy to fit into a single week. Gong Hyo-jin 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.

When the Camellia Blooms wrapped up in 2019, created by Lim Sang-choon — 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.