Aema
Aema
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Aema

1981, a time to bare it all and sock it to the man.

7.6 / 10
2025
1 season
6 episodes
DramaComedy

In 1980s Korea, a movie star and a starlet defy male-dominated industry rules and backstage corruption while filming the provocative "Madame Aema."

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Seasons

  • Episode 1

    1.Episode 1

    7.0
    22-08-202547m

    Disgusted by the steamy "Madame Aema" script, Jeong Hee-ran refuses the lead role. Her vengeful producer retaliates by casting a rookie instead.

  • Episode 2

    2.Episode 2

    7.0
    22-08-202553m

    Even before filming starts, the crew faces challenges — tensions grow between Hee-ran and Shin Ju-ae, and strict censorship forces script changes.

  • Episode 3

    3.Episode 3

    7.0
    22-08-202560m

    Ju-ae battles a demanding film set and doubts her acting, but proves her grit. Later, she steps into a mansion that gives her an ominous feeling.

  • Episode 4

    4.Episode 4

    7.0
    22-08-202559m

    Shocked by a glimpse of the industry's dark side, Ju-ae faces a career-defining choice. Will she play it safe — or take Hee-ran's bold advice to fight?

  • Episode 5

    5.Episode 5

    7.0
    22-08-202564m

    In the middle of the night, Hee-ran finds Ku Jung-ho's secret ledger. Later, the director finds all the film reels have vanished without a trace.

  • Episode 6

    6.Episode 6

    7.0
    22-08-202568m

    "Madame Aema" sweeps Korea, bringing Ju-ae fame. At a live award ceremony, Hee-ran steps into the spotlight and gets unexpected help from Ju-ae.

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