Kdramas have explored everything from high-stakes legal battles to time-traveling romances, but the upcoming Kdrama, “The Potato Lab” is bringing something different—an entire love story set in a potato research institute.
This upcoming tvN drama is already catching the attention of Kdrama fans worldwide. Here’s everything you need to know about this highly anticipated series, including its release date, cast, plot, and where to watch.
The Potato Lab Plot
Imagine working in a peaceful mountain valley, where your only worry is perfecting the growth of potatoes, until your new boss turns your world upside down. This is what happens with Kim Mi-kyung (played by Lee Sun-bin), who is a dedicated scientist at a potato research institute. She is passionate, and perhaps a little too obsessed with potatoes.
While So Baek-ho (played by Kang Tae-oh), the newly appointed director of the institute. is serious, disciplined, and follows everything by book. The two have completely different approaches to work and life but somehow they end up getting entangled in this romantic story.
With an ex-boyfriend suddenly reappearing, nosy colleagues, and potato related disasters, the story follows how Mi-kyung’s peaceful research life gets chaotic.
The Potato Lab Kdrama Cast
Lee Sun-bin as Kim Mi-kyung, a dedicated scientist who knows everything about potatoes but nothing about love.
Kang Tae-oh as So Baek-ho, the strict yet charming new director who slowly gets drawn into Mi-kyung’s world.
Lee Hak-joo as Park Ki-se, Mi-kyung’s ex-boyfriend and a high-ranking corporate executive, making things even more complicated.
Kim Ga-eun as Lee Ong-ju, Mi-kyung’s best friend and a successful web novelist.
Shin Hyun-seung as Kim Hwan-gyeong, Mi-kyung’s supportive younger brother.
The Potato Lab Kdrama Release Date & Where to Watch
“The Potato Lab” is set to premiere on March 1, 2025, airing on tvN every Saturday and Sunday at 21:20 KST.
For international fans, the series will be available on Netflix.
If you love lighthearted Kdramas like “Hometown Cha-Cha-Cha”, this might be a good choice for you.