The Fabulous
Promotional poster
Hangul
더 패뷸러스
Revised RomanizationDeo paebyulleoseu
GenreRomantic comedy
Created byNetflix
Written by
  • Kim Ji-hee
  • Im Jin-seon
Directed byKim Jung-hyun
Starring
Music byLim Ha-yeong
Country of originSouth Korea
Original languageKorean
No. of seasons1
No. of episodes8
Production
Executive producerCha Seon-hwa
Producers
  • Park Min-yeop
  • Lee Min-hoe
  • Jeong Yoo-an
Running time45-60 minutes
Production companyGill Pictures[1]
Original release
NetworkNetflix
ReleaseDecember 23, 2022 (2022-12-23)

The Fabulous (Korean: 더 패뷸러스) is a 2022 South Korean streaming television series, starring Choi Min-ho and Chae Soo-bin. It was released on Netflix on December 23, 2022.[2][3]

Synopsis

Set in Seoul's fashion industry, The Fabulous depicts the stories of young adults who navigate their work, personal lives and relationships while struggling in a dynamic and competitive environment.

Cast

Main

A freelance retoucher. He still has feelings for Ji-eun even though they broke up three years ago.
A public relations manager of a luxury brand.

Supporting

A fashion designer with delicate artistic sensibility and pleasant charm.
A top supermodel who loves herself.
A college student who dreams of being a model.
A fashion magazine editor.
A representative of the luxury brand PR agency.
A fashion stylist.
Joseph's mother and famous actress.
Ji-eun's boyfriend before he breaks up with her in the first episode, an M&A expert.
The chief designer of the luxury brand Erlane.
Joseph's smart assistant.
A former fashion model and an assistant director for the commercial shooting team.
A former supermodel.
A famous photographer who runs a photo studio, and Woo-min's senior.
A super idol star who has a huge influence on the fashion world. causing the phenomenon to be sold out in stores around the world

Others

Episodes

SeasonEpisodesOriginally released
18December 23, 2022 (2022-12-23)

Season 1 (2023)

No.
overall		No. in
season		TitleDirected byWritten byOriginal air date
11"Dom Pérignon and a Shot of Soju"Kim Jung-hyunJin-sun Im & Kim Ji-Hee & Jeong-hyeon KimDecember 23, 2022 (2022-12-23)
Pyo Ji-eun faces her old flame Ji Woo-min at a fashion show. Later, Ji-eun is sent on a mission and Ye Seon-ho confronts her aloof boyfriend.
22"Grandmother’s Scarf and the Cheongdam Fashion Circle"Kim Jung-hyunJin-sun Im & Kim Ji-Hee & Jeong-hyeon KimDecember 23, 2022 (2022-12-23)
A celebrity photoshoot with singer JD forces Ji-eun to work with a demanding Hong Ji-seon. When Ji-eun’s grandmother causes alarm, Woo-min steps in.
33"The VIP and The Regular"Kim Jung-hyunJin-sun Im & Kim Ji-Hee & Jeong-hyeon KimDecember 23, 2022 (2022-12-23)
An unexpected customer visits Joseph Jean Se-pyeong. While trying to keep Audrey afloat, Ji-eun lands a crucial presentation with an ex’s company.
44"The Pop-up Shop and the Tailor Shop"Kim Jung-hyunJin-sun Im & Kim Ji-Hee & Jeong-hyeon KimDecember 23, 2022 (2022-12-23)
When a famed eccentric designer lands in Korea for a secret visit, Ji-eun is asked to accompany him. Woo-min’s feelings for Ji-eun grow stronger.
55"Followers and Following"Kim Jung-hyunJin-sun Im & Kim Ji-Hee & Jeong-hyeon KimDecember 23, 2022 (2022-12-23)
Tensions swirl between Ji-eun and Woo-min at a party. Ji-seon endures JD’s difficult behavior, while Ji-eun tries to keep up with client demands.
66"The Photo Wall and the Exhibition"Kim Jung-hyunJin-sun Im & Kim Ji-Hee & Jeong-hyeon KimDecember 23, 2022 (2022-12-23)
Seon-ho considers a career beyond modeling. Ji-eun’s agency organizes celebrity photos for an exhibit, while Woo-min is inspired by an old hangout.
77"Vintage and Sustainability"Kim Jung-hyunJin-sun Im & Kim Ji-Hee & Jeong-hyeon KimDecember 23, 2022 (2022-12-23)
Joseph gets a major job opportunity. Woo-min and Ji-eun reminisce on a camping trip, and chaos ensues when a one-of-a-kind bag goes missing from a shoot.
88"Fashion and Passion"Kim Jung-hyunJin-sun Im & Kim Ji-Hee & Jeong-hyeon KimDecember 23, 2022 (2022-12-23)
Anxieties run high as the glamorous launch of Earlain J approaches. Joseph struggles to finish his collection and Woo-min makes a bold decision.

Release

On October 31, 2022, Netflix announced that the series, which was originally scheduled for release on November 4, was postponed due to the Seoul Halloween crowd crush tragedy.[20] In late November 2022, it was announced that the series will be released on December 23.[21]

References

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