Welcome to Samdalri Episode 5 Spoiler, Release Date, Storylines, Cast, Characters, Trailer & Where to Watch
Welcome to Samdalri Episode 5:- Welcome to Samdalri is a new Korean drama that premiered on December 2, 2023, on JTBC. The drama stars Ji Chang Wook and Shin Hye Sun as childhood friends who reunite in their hometown after facing hardships in Seoul. The drama is a heartwarming and romantic story that depicts the lives of the people in Samdalri, a small town where everyone knows each other.
If you are a fan of this drama, you might be wondering what to expect from the upcoming episode 5. Here is a summary of the information I have gathered from various sources:
Release Date
Welcome to Samdalri episode 5 will air on December 16, 2023, at 10:30 p.m. KST. The drama has 16 episodes in total and airs two episodes every Saturday and Sunday. You can check the table below for the release date and time of each episode in different time zones.
Global Release Time
| Episode | KST | GMT | ET | PT |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Dec 2, 10:30 p.m. | Dec 2, 1:30 p.m. | Dec 2, 9:30 a.m. | Dec 2, 6:30 a.m. |
| 2 | Dec 3, 10:30 p.m. | Dec 3, 1:30 p.m. | Dec 3, 9:30 a.m. | Dec 3, 6:30 a.m. |
| 3 | Dec 9, 10:30 p.m. | Dec 9, 1:30 p.m. | Dec 9, 9:30 a.m. | Dec 9, 6:30 a.m. |
| 4 | Dec 10, 10:30 p.m. | Dec 10, 1:30 p.m. | Dec 10, 9:30 a.m. | Dec 10, 6:30 a.m. |
| 5 | Dec 16, 10:30 p.m. | Dec 16, 1:30 p.m. | Dec 16, 9:30 a.m. | Dec 16, 6:30 a.m. |
| 6 | Dec 17, 10:30 p.m. | Dec 16, 1:30 p.m. | Dec 16, 9:30 a.m. | Dec 16, 6:30 a.m. |
Where to Watch Welcome to Samdalri Episode 5?
You can watch Welcome to Samdalri online on Netflix, TVING, and JTBC. Netflix is the global streaming platform that offers subtitles in various languages. TVING is a Korean streaming service that requires a subscription and a VPN to access from outside Korea. JTBC is the original broadcaster of the drama that airs on cable TV in Korea.
Countdown
As of writing this article, there are 5 days, 8 hours, and 55 minutes left until Welcome to Samdalri episode 5 airs. You can use this [countdown timer] to keep track of the time until the next episode.
Spoiler Alert
According to the preview of episode 5, Jo Yong Pil (Ji Chang Wook) and Jo Sam Dal (Shin Hye Sun) will continue to develop their feelings for each other. However, they will also face some obstacles and misunderstandings along the way. Jo Yong Pil will be jealous of Jo Sam Dal’s ex-husband Jeon Dae Young (Yang Kyung Won), who will show up in Samdalri and try to win her back.
Jo Sam Dal will be confused by Jo Yong Pil’s mixed signals and his reluctance to confess his true feelings. Meanwhile, Jo Yong Pil’s boss Park Seo Jin (Kim Ji Soo) will also arrive in Samdalri and cause some trouble for the couple. She will try to persuade Jo Yong Pil to return to Seoul and work with her. She will also suspect that Jo Sam Dal is hiding something from her past.
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Storyline & Plot
Welcome to Samdalri follows the story of Jo Yong Pil and Jo Sam Dal, who grew up together in Samdalri, a small town where everyone knows each other. Jo Yong Pil lost his mother, who was a haenyeo (female diver who harvests sea life), at a young age due to a mistaken weather report. He decided to become a weather forecaster and protect the elders of his hometown.
However, his passion and honesty earned him a reputation as a troublemaker who often argues with his boss. Jo Sam Dal dreamed of leaving Samdalri and moving to Seoul. She changed her name to Jo Eun Hye and worked hard as an assistant in the fashion photography industry. She finally succeeded and made it to the top, but her life fell apart in an instant.
She returned to Samdalri, where people still know her as Sam Dal and not Eun Hye. Jo Yong Pil and Jo Sam Dal used to be inseparable friends when they were younger, but they drifted apart due to an incident that hurt them both. When they meet again in Samdalri, they find that their old feelings are still there. However, they also have to face their own problems and secrets, as well as the interference of other people.
Ending Explanation
The ending of episode 4 left the viewers with a cliffhanger. Jo Yong Pil and Jo Sam Dal were having a romantic moment on the beach, where they shared their first kiss. However, they were interrupted by the arrival of Jeon Dae Young, Jo Sam Dal’s ex-husband, who came to Samdalri to look for her.
Jeon Dae Young called out Jo Sam Dal’s name, which shocked Jo Yong Pil, who did not know that she was married before. Jo Sam Dal also looked surprised and scared to see Jeon Dae Young, who had a sinister smile on his face. The episode ended with Jo Yong Pil and Jo Sam Dal staring at each other in disbelief, while Jeon Dae Young approached them.
Ratings & Reviews
Welcome to Samdalri has been receiving positive reviews from the critics and the viewers. The drama has been praised for its warm and realistic portrayal of the small-town life, the chemistry between the leads, and the humorous and touching moments. The drama has also been attracting attention for its beautiful cinematography and OST. The ratings of the drama have been increasing steadily since its premiere. The first episode recorded a rating of 3.8%, while the fourth episode achieved a rating of 5.2%. The drama is expected to surpass the 6% mark soon. The series received 8.5/10 ratings on IMDb and 8.3 on MyDramaList.
Expectations
The expectations for episode 5 are high, as the viewers are curious about how Jo Yong Pil and Jo Sam Dal will deal with the appearance of Jeon Dae Young. Will Jo Yong Pil be able to accept Jo Sam Dal’s past? Will Jo Sam Dal be able to explain her situation to Jo Yong Pil? Will Jeon Dae Young cause more trouble for the couple? The viewers are also looking forward to seeing more sweet and funny scenes between Jo Yong Pil and Jo Sam Dal, as well as the interactions of the other characters in Samdalri.
Cast and Characters
The cast of Welcome to Samdalri consists of talented and experienced actors who bring their characters to life. Here is a table of the main cast and their roles:
| Actor | Character |
|---|---|
| Ji Chang Wook | Jo Yong Pil |
| Shin Hye Sun | Jo Sam Dal / Jo Eun Hye |
| Kim Ji Soo | Park Seo Jin |
| Yang Kyung Won | Jeon Dae Young |
| Seo Hyun Chul | Jo Pan Sik |
| Kim Mi Hwa | Yang Boo Ja |
| Baek Hyun Joo | Oh Geum Sul |
Episode Guide
The episode names of Welcome to Samdalri are based on the weather terms that are related to the plot and the characters. Here is a list of the episode names and their meanings:
| Episode | Name | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Sunny | The weather is sunny and bright, just like the mood of Jo Yong Pil and Jo Sam Dal when they meet again in Samdalri. |
| 2 | Cloudy | The weather is cloudy and gloomy, just like the mood of Jo Yong Pil and Jo Sam Dal when they face some difficulties and misunderstandings. |
| 3 | Rainy | The weather is rainy and wet, just like the mood of Jo Yong Pil and Jo Sam Dal when they have a fight and get hurt. |
| 4 | Rainbow | The weather is rainbow and colorful, just like the mood of Jo Yong Pil and Jo Sam Dal when they reconcile and share their first kiss. |
| 5 | Stormy | The weather is stormy and windy, just like the mood of Jo Yong Pil and Jo Sam Dal when they encounter Jeon Dae Young and Park Seo Jin. |
Recap of Previous Episodes 1-4
Here is a brief recap of the previous episodes of Welcome to Samdalri:
- Episode 1: Jo Yong Pil returns to Samdalri after causing trouble at work. He meets Jo Sam Dal, who is his childhood friend and crush. He does not know that she is actually Jo Eun Hye, a famous fashion photographer who lost everything in Seoul. They have a misunderstanding and a fight, but they also feel a connection.
- Episode 2: Jo Yong Pil and Jo Sam Dal start to get closer as they help each other with their problems. Jo Yong Pil helps Jo Sam Dal with her photography project, while Jo Sam Dal helps Jo Yong Pil with his weather forecast. They also have some fun and sweet moments together.
- Episode 3: Jo Yong Pil and Jo Sam Dal have a fight after Jo Yong Pil finds out that Jo Sam Dal is Jo Eun Hye. He feels betrayed and angry, while she feels guilty and sad. They also have to deal with their own issues, such as Jo Yong Pil’s boss Park Seo Jin, who likes him and wants him to return to Seoul, and Jo Sam Dal’s ex-husband Jeon Dae Young, who cheated on her and ruined her career.
- Episode 4: Jo Yong Pil and Jo Sam Dal reconcile after they realize that they still care for each other. They also learn more about each other’s past and secrets, such as Jo Yong Pil’s mother’s death and Jo Sam Dal’s marriage. They share their first kiss on the beach, but they are interrupted by Jeon Dae Young, who arrives in Samdalri to look for Jo Sam Dal.
Trailer
You can watch the trailer of Welcome to Samdalri episode 5 [here]. The trailer shows some scenes of Jo Yong Pil and Jo Sam Dal facing Jeon Dae Young and Park Seo Jin, who try to interfere with their relationship. It also shows some scenes of Jo Yong Pil and Jo Sam Dal having some romantic and cute moments together, as well as some scenes of the other characters in Samdalri.
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