Start-Up: Start-Up
Start-Up is a television series that premiered in 2020. The show is set in Korea's high-tech industry and follows young entrepreneurs who aspire to launch their virtual dreams into reality. These individuals compete for success in the cutthroat world of the industry. The series explores the challenges and opportunities that come with pursuing one's entrepreneurial ambitions in this environment.
Season overview
Start-Up is a television series that premiered in 2020. The show is set in Korea's high-tech industry and follows young entrepreneurs who aspire to launch their virtual dreams into reality. These individuals compete for success in the cutthroat world of the industry. The series explores the challenges and opportunities that come with pursuing one's entrepreneurial ambitions in this environment.
Episodes
START-UP
Oct 17, 2020 · 85 min
The spring Seo Dal-mi lost everything, Nam Do-san's letters kept her company. Fifteen years later, she needs him by her side to prove Won In-jae wrong.
FFF (FAMILY, FRIENDS, FOOLS)
Oct 18, 2020 · 84 min
To preserve Dal-mi's past and to support her future, Choi Won-deok asks Han Ji-pyeong to pull off an impossible task.
Angel
Oct 24, 2020 · 83 min
Ji-pyeong scrambles to transform Do-san into the man of Dal-mi's dreams. A rude awakening prompts In-jae to close one door and open another.
Sandbox
Oct 25, 2020 · 81 min
Despite differing pasts, Dal-mi and In-jae fight for their dreams at the same starting line. Ji-pyeong sets out to protect Dal-mi and help Do-san.
Hackathon
Oct 31, 2020 · 82 min
Dal-mi and In-jae present their teams' ideas on the hackathon stage. A story about Dal-mi's upbringing moves Ji-pyeong to fight for her success.
Key Man
Nov 1, 2020 · 82 min
In-jae uses lessons from her father and stepfather to her advantage. A clash over company shares tests Dal-mi, who turns to Ji-pyeong for advice.
Burn Rate
Nov 7, 2020 · 78 min
Grappling with his feelings for Dal-mi, Ji-pyeong avoids her. Do-san's knowledge of Won-deok's condition inspires a business idea for Samsan Tech.
Backup
Nov 8, 2020 · 81 min
Devastating news gives Dal-mi another reason to make the app a success. Won Du-jeong's plan to teach Do-san and Dal-mi a lesson backfires.
Risk
Nov 14, 2020 · 81 min
Do-san and Ji-pyeong struggle to bear the weight of their untold truths. Doubts and a mix-up lead Dal-mi to the place where it all started.
Demo Day
Nov 15, 2020 · 85 min
Ji-pyeong gives Dal-mi long-awaited answers and a confession. Seeking success on his own terms, Do-san considers a golden opportunity.
Exit
Nov 21, 2020 · 77 min
Kim Yong-san forces Ji-pyeong to reflect on his past remarks. In-jae and Dal-mi's companies showcase rivaling programs using the same technology.
Acqhire
Nov 22, 2020 · 86 min
Alex Kwon shows his true colors, proving Ji-pyeong right and fulfilling Samsan Tech's worst fears. Do-san tells Ji-pyeong about Won-deok's health.
Comfort Zone
Nov 28, 2020 · 73 min
Dal-mi and In-jae's self-driving car is hit by a ransomware attack. Samsan Tech founders return after a successful three-year stint in San Francisco.
Elevator Speech
Nov 29, 2020 · 81 min
Tasked with recruiting top developers into her company, Dal-mi pitches her idea at Samsan Tech. Do-san gets away to clear his head.
MVP (Minimum Viable Product)
Dec 5, 2020 · 78 min
Jung Sa-ha and Lee Chul-san begin dating in secret. A boozy, heartfelt conversation with Do-san helps Ji-pyeong make a decision about Dal-mi.
Scale Up
Dec 6, 2020 · 81 min
Do-san and Dal-mi envision new goals for their future. Ji-pyeong finds a way to pay forward his gratitude for Won-deok. In-jae returns to her roots.