The Producers (2015)

In the pulsating heart of KBS's variety department, a team of young and dynamic television producers work tirelessly to bring forth the magic of television. The Producers, a cleverly crafted, workplace romantic comedy, unravels the backstage drama of the entertainment world, featuring a fresh-faced producer, Baek Seung Chan, a fiercely ambitious veteran, Tak Ye Jin, and the seasoned yet luckless, Ra Joon Mo. Baek Seung Chan, an ivy-league law graduate turned fledgling producer, steps into the chaotic world of Korean entertainment, nursing a broken heart and dreams of success. His journey is as steep as it is thrilling, as he navigates the labyrinth of showbiz under the stern gaze of the fiery and formidable Tak Ye Jin - a ten-year industry veteran who helms the popular show, "Music Bank". Baek's survival hinges on outdoing her expectations or evading her entirely, a task as intricate as it is daunting. Parallelly, we delve into the journey of Ra Joon Mo, a seasoned producer with a decade of experience, who despite his numerous contributions, yearns for a hit show he can claim as his own. Amid the play of ambition and survival, the narrative introduces Cindy, a top-tier, temperamental K-pop star. Debuting at a tender age of 13, Cindy, now 23, is a seasoned veteran known for her icy demeanor, a fortress built from past betrayals. The Producers is a captivating blend of romance, comedy, and drama, teeming with cameo appearances and cheeky references to industry practices and celebrities. Beyond the glitz and glamour, the show leaves a profound imprint, exploring themes of friendship, family, fame, support, bullying, and betrayal in the broadcasting industry. Each episode is a fascinating peek behind the curtain, a testament to the relentless pursuit of television magic.

The Producers is a comedy show featuring Cha Tae-hyun and created by Hong Yoon-sung.

The Producers is currently streaming for free (ad-supported) on KoreaOnDemand and it's also available on Kocowa, KoreaOnDemand and Rakuten Viki.