---
title: "Record of Youth"
year: 2020
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/record-of-youth-2020"
media_type: "tv"
tmdb_id: 99047
imdb_id: "tt12850322"
status: "Ended"
seasons_count: 1
episodes_count: 16
runtime_minutes: 70
community_rating: 8.1
vote_count: 240
content_rating: "TV-14"
---

# Record of Youth (2020) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/record-of-youth-2020

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Record of Youth is a 2020 television series that presents a portrait

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "Three young dreamers defy their harsh realities to chase success and love."

### Why Watch
- Strong performances from a talented young cast
- A relatable portrayal of chasing dreams against the odds

### Caveats & Content Note
- Pacing may feel slow to some viewers
- Occasional predictability in plot developments
- Tone & Suitability: Suitable for general audiences, with emotional themes and mild romantic content.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: aspirational, emotional, realistic, hopeful, intense

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | Netflix, Netflix Standard with Ads | None | None |
| **United Kingdom (GB)** | Netflix, Netflix Standard with Ads | None | None |
| **Canada (CA)** | Netflix, Netflix Standard with Ads | None | None |
| **Australia (AU)** | Netflix, Netflix Standard with Ads | None | None |

## Season Architecture & Lore Primers

### Season 1 (16 Episodes)
Record of Youth is a South Korean television series. The show stars Park Bo-gum, Park So-dam, and Byeon Woo-seok. It aired on TVN. The series is set in a world where the life one is born into is a significant factor in determining success. Three aspiring youths, played by Park Bo-gum, Park So-dam, and Byeon Woo-seok, are portrayed as they navigate this environment. The show explores the challenges and difficulties faced by these characters as they strive to achieve their goals.

## Filler vs. Essential Episode Classifier

- **Total Tracked Episodes**: 16
- **Crucial Mytharc Episodes**: 3 (19%)
- **Character Core Episodes**: 13 (81%)
- **Side Quest / Filler Episodes**: 0 (0%)

## Creative Credits

- **Created by**: Ha Myung-hee, An Gil-ho
- **Networks / Studios**: tvN

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Park Bo-gum** as *Sa Hye-jun*
- **Park So-dam** as *An Jeong-ha*
- **Byeon Woo-seok** as *Won Hae-hyo*
- **Lee Chang-hoon** as *Lee Tae-soo*
- **Jo Yoon Jung** as *Won Hae-na*
- **Kwon Soo-hyun** as *Kim Jin-woo*
- **Ha Hee-ra** as *Han Ae-sook*
- **Shin Ae-ra** as *Kim Yi-young*
- **Han Jin-hee** as *Sa Min-gi*
- **Park Soo-young** as *Sa Young-nam*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: Is Record of Youth based on a true story?
No, it is a fictional drama centered around the lives of young aspiring individuals.

### Q: Where can I watch Record of Youth?
The series is available for streaming on Netflix worldwide.

### Q: How many episodes does Record of Youth have?
The series consists of a limited number of episodes, originally airing in 2020.

### Q: Who stars in Record of Youth?
The main cast includes Park Bo-gum, Park So-dam, and Byeon Woo-seok.

### Q: What genre is Record of Youth?
It is a South Korean drama focused on youth, ambition, and romance.

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