이태원 클라쓰
"I want to live a life in which you can't put a price on your convictions."
Itaewon Class - Episode Highlights
Episode Highlights
Episode 1
The tragic origin story where Sae-ro-yi's principles lead to his expulsion and his father's death. It establishes the blood feud with the Jang family and Sae-ro-yi's core values.
Provides the emotional foundation for the entire 16-episode journey and introduces the central theme of integrity vs. servility.
Episode 10
Chairman Jang is forced to choose between his company and his son, Geun-won, after the hit-and-run truth is exposed. He chooses Jangga, showing his ultimate ruthlessness.
A major turning point where the protagonist gains his first significant victory, shifting the power dynamic of the series.
Episode 12
Ma Hyeon-yi is outed as transgender during a national cooking competition. Instead of hiding, she stands tall and wins the round.
The most culturally impactful episode, addressing LGBTQ+ representation and the theme of individual strength under social pressure.
Episode 14
Sae-ro-yi finally realizes his feelings for Yi-seo, but the episode ends in a cliffhanger with a violent confrontation and a life-threatening accident.
The peak of the romantic arc and the beginning of the final high-stakes conflict that leads to the resolution of the revenge plot.
Episode 16
The final showdown where Sae-ro-yi achieves his goal, Chairman Jang finally kneels, and Sae-ro-yi chooses to find happiness with Yi-seo.
Concludes the 15-year revenge saga, emphasizing that the greatest victory is not the enemy's downfall, but the protagonist's personal peace.