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Possible Love, Lee Chang-dong's first film in eight years, arrives on Netflix worldwide on November 6, 2026, according to Netflix's announcement. It's a feature film, not a drama series, so there's no weekly schedule: the whole film goes up at once. It stars Jeon Do-yeon, Sul Kyung-gu, Zo In-sung and Cho Yeo-jeong, and it opened in Korean cinemas on September 23 before coming to streaming.
Possible Love release dates
Netflix gave the film a cinema run in several markets before the streaming premiere. Its announcement lists these dates:
| Release | Date |
|---|---|
| Cinemas, South Korea | 2026-09-23 |
| Cinemas, Australia | 2026-10-22 |
| Cinemas, US, Canada, UK, Ireland, Japan | 2026-10-23 |
| Netflix, worldwide | 2026-11-06 |
What time does it go live?
Netflix hasn't published a release time for Possible Love. Its global titles usually go live at 12:00 a.m. Pacific Time. If this one follows that pattern, here's when it would appear:
| Time zone | Local time (if 12:00 a.m. PT) |
|---|---|
| Seoul (KST) | 5:00 p.m., Nov 6 |
| Manila / Singapore | 4:00 p.m., Nov 6 |
| London (GMT) | 8:00 a.m., Nov 6 |
| New York (EST) | 3:00 a.m., Nov 6 |
| Los Angeles (PST) | 12:00 a.m., Nov 6 |
This is the usual pattern, not a time Netflix has confirmed for this film. If the title isn't showing yet, check again a few hours later.
Where to watch Possible Love
| Region | Where |
|---|---|
| Worldwide, including South Korea | Netflix, from 2026-11-06 |
| Selected countries (listed above) | Cinemas, where it is still showing |
Netflix calls this a worldwide release, but availability varies by region. If it's missing from your app, it isn't licensed in your country. Stick to legal services rather than workarounds. Our guide to legal ways to watch K-dramas explains which services cover which regions.
Cast and story
Netflix's synopsis follows two married couples. One is a laid-off worker and his wife. The other is a documentary filmmaker and her husband. They are brought together when the filmmaker sets out to film the first couple, and both marriages end up facing their different lives and hidden desires.
| Actor | Role (per Netflix) |
|---|---|
| Jeon Do-yeon | Mi-ok |
| Cho Yeo-jeong | Ye-ji |
| Sul Kyung-gu | Not stated by Netflix |
| Zo In-sung | Not stated by Netflix |
Variety reported it as Lee's first feature since Burning (2018). Netflix bills Possible Love as one of the biggest ensembles of Korean talent to appear together in one film.
Festivals and the Oscar race
- Venice and Toronto. Netflix and Screen Daily both say the film was selected for the Official Competition at the 83rd Venice International Film Festival. Netflix also lists the Special Presentations section of the 51st Toronto International Film Festival, and Screen Daily reported it was set for its North American premiere there.
- Oscar entry. The Korean Film Council chose Possible Love as South Korea's submission for Best International Feature Film at the 99th Academy Awards, according to Cineplay. Screen Daily also reports the submission. Cineplay reported that the shortlist is expected late this year, with the ceremony next March.
Some outlets have reported festival prizes for the film. K24N hasn't confirmed them with two reputable sources, so we've left them out.
Should you watch it at home or in a cinema?
Lee Chang-dong's films are slow-burning and full of detail, and they reward your full attention. If it's still playing near you, the cinema is the better first viewing. On Netflix, it works best watched in one sitting without a phone in hand. It isn't a background watch.
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- Our pick of the best K-dramas on Netflix right now.
- Everything premiering this month: K-dramas airing in November 2026.
FAQ
When is Possible Love on Netflix?
Netflix says the film arrives worldwide on November 6, 2026. Availability can still vary by region.
Is Possible Love a K-drama series?
No. It is a feature film directed by Lee Chang-dong, so there are no episodes. The whole film arrives at once.
What time does Possible Love come out on Netflix?
Netflix hasn't published a time. Its global releases usually go live at 12:00 a.m. Pacific Time, which is 5:00 p.m. KST on November 6.
Who stars in Possible Love?
Jeon Do-yeon, Sul Kyung-gu, Zo In-sung and Cho Yeo-jeong, according to Netflix.
Sources
- About Netflix – Possible Love premieres November 6 (Jul 27, 2026)
- Screen Daily – Lee Chang-dong talks Netflix and long-awaited return with Venice Competition title 'Possible Love' (Sep 6, 2026)
- Variety – Lee Chang-dong sets return with Netflix's 'Possible Love,' first feature since 'Burning' (2025)
- Cineplay – Lee Chang-dong's 'Possible Love' chosen as South Korea's Oscar entry (Aug 25, 2026)
