---
title: "Likeable or Not"
year: 2007
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/likeable-or-not-2007"
media_type: "tv"
tmdb_id: 14664
imdb_id: null
status: "Ended"
seasons_count: 1
episodes_count: 172
community_rating: 4.6
vote_count: 7
content_rating: "Unrated"
---

# Likeable or Not (2007) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/likeable-or-not-2007

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Likeable or Not is a South Korean daily drama series that aired on KBS1. The program starred Han Ji‑hye, Kim Ji‑seok, Jo Dong‑hyuk, Yoo In‑young and Lee Young‑eun, and was scheduled on weekdays from Monday to Friday at 20:25. The series premiered on September 3 2007 and concluded on May 2 2008, delivering a total of 172 episodes. During its run the show achieved exceptionally high audience figures, becoming one of the most highly rated Korean dramas since the year 2000, and at its peak reached a viewership rating of 43.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "Discover the daily South Korean drama Likeable or Not."

### Why Watch
- features a large episode count
- starring han ji-hye and kim ji-seok

### Caveats & Content Note
- limited plot details available in the provided sources
- Tone & Suitability: This is a dramatic television series.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: drama, south korean

## Streaming Availability Matrix

Direct streaming licensing updates dynamically. Consult the live tracking interface at https://www.archytele.com/show/likeable-or-not-2007#watch.

## Season Architecture & Lore Primers

### Season 1 (172 Episodes)
## Filler vs. Essential Episode Classifier

- **Total Tracked Episodes**: 172
- **Crucial Mytharc Episodes**: 3 (2%)
- **Character Core Episodes**: 169 (98%)
- **Side Quest / Filler Episodes**: 0 (0%)

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Yoo In-young** as *Bong Soo-ah*
- **Cho Dong-hyuk** as *Na Seon-jae*
- **Kim Hae-sook** as *Oh Dong-ji*
- **Yoon Joo-hee** as *Seo Joo-kyung*
- **Han Ji-hye** as *Na Dan-poong*
- **Kim Ji-seok** as *Kang Baek-Ho*
- **Lee Ja Young** as *Hwang Mi Ae*
- **Lee Yoon-jeong** as *[Event main character]*
- **Kim Yeong-ok** as *Ms. Choi*
- **Kim Hye-ok** as *Lee Jong-Soon*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: When did Likeable or Not air?
It aired from September 3, 2007 to May 2, 2008.

### Q: Which network broadcasted the series?
The series aired on KBS1.

### Q: How many episodes does the series have?
The series consists of 172 episodes.

### Q: Who stars in Likeable or Not?
It stars Han Ji-hye, Kim Ji-seok, Jo Dong-hyuk, Yoo In-young, and Lee Young-eun.

### Q: What type of television series is it?
It is a South Korean daily drama.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [Likeable or Not — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/tv/14664)

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*Generated by Archytele Open Intelligence Systems. Data verified against TMDB and JustWatch APIs.*