5 Reasons You Need to Watch “Last Summer” K-Drama

If you’ve been craving a romance that feels warm, mature, and genuinely moving, “Last Summer” should be at the top of your watchlist. It takes the classic second-chance setup and gives it real emotional weight—no draggy filler, no forced twists, just two people learning how to love again when timing finally lines up.

1. A reunion romance that actually feels adult

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♬ original sound – sarah – sarah

“Last Summer” isn’t about grand gestures for the sake of drama. It’s about two people with history, hurt, and hope, figuring it out in small, believable steps. The show treats first love with respect, but it also recognizes how much people change—and how choosing each other again is its own kind of courage.

2. Lee JaeWook’s quiet intensity

nonton dramanya gak fokus liat 😭 Jaewooknya ganteng banget 🥹 #leejaewook #lastsummer

♬ original sound – pnnbadgley

Lee JaeWook plays a man who looks put-together on the surface but carries old scars underneath. He doesn’t need loud monologues to sell a scene—one glance or a half-smile tells you exactly where his heart is. It’s the kind of performance that sneaks up on you and stays.

3. Choi SungEun’s grounded, modern heroine

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♬ How To Live – Del Water Gap

Choi SungEun gives us a lead who is steady, smart, and deeply human. She makes practical choices, sets boundaries, and still lets herself be vulnerable. When she forgives, it feels earned. When she hesitates, you understand why. She’s the anchor that keeps the romance real.

4. Breezy pacing and cozy vibes

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♬ Opalite – Taylor Swift

Episodes move with purpose—sweet moments, soft bickering, and just enough tension to keep you clicking “next.” The warm visuals (think golden hours, late-summer light, and quietly intimate spaces) make everyday scenes feel cinematic. It’s easy to binge, but even better to savor.

5. An OST that amplifies every feeling

[NEW] K-Drama OST ☺️💕 🎤 Kim Minseok of MeloMance (김민석 (멜로망스)) 🎧 Fall in Love (화내지마) 🎥 Last Summer – 마지막 썸머 (2025) #leejaewook #choisungeun #kimgunwoo #lastsummer #fyp

♬ suara asli – K-Drama OST Lyrics 🎧💕 – K-Drama OST Lyrics 🎧💕

From the first meet-again to the final confession, the soundtrack does a lot of heavy lifting—gentle guitars, piano lines, and vocals that rise right when the emotions do. It’s comfort-listen material you’ll want on your late-night playlist.