---
title: "Study Group"
year: 2025
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/study-group-2025"
media_type: "tv"
tmdb_id: 233347
imdb_id: "tt35304338"
status: "Returning Series"
seasons_count: 2
episodes_count: 11
runtime_minutes: 43
community_rating: 8.6
vote_count: 137
content_rating: "Unrated"
---

# Study Group (2025) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/study-group-2025

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Study Group is a 2025 South Korean television series centered around a student navigating the challenges of academic life at a struggling high school. The series follows Yun Ga Min, who attends Yusung Technical High School, widely regarded as one of Korea's lowest-performing institutions. Determined to improve his future, he forms a study group with classmates to overcome academic difficulties and aim for college admission. Alongside his academic pursuits, Yun Ga Min uses his fighting skills to protect his peers, blending physical confrontations with educational growth. The show combines elements of school life, personal development, and action, highlighting the protagonist's dual role as both scholar and defender. Created by Seungyeon Ryu and Hyungwuk Shin, the series draws from a webtoon of the same name by Shin Hyung-w. It is directed by Lee Jang-hoon and Yoo Beom-sang, with writing contributions from Eom Seon-ho and Oh Bo-hyun. The main cast includes Hwang Min-hyun, Han Ji-Eun, Cha Woo-min, and Lee Jong-hyun.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "A student uses smarts and fists to lead a study group at Korea's worst high school."

### Why Watch
- Unique blend of academic struggle and action
- Strong character development and group dynamics
- Mix of humor and emotional depth

### Caveats & Content Note
- Some plotlines may feel predictable
- Action scenes can overshadow character growth
- Tone & Suitability: Suitable for teens and adults who enjoy school-based dramas with mild violence.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: underdog, intense, motivational, dramatic, heartfelt

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | Rakuten Viki | Rakuten Viki | None |
| **Canada (CA)** | Rakuten Viki | Rakuten Viki | None |

## Season Architecture & Lore Primers

### Season 1 (10 Episodes)
### Season 2 (1 Episodes)
Study Group Season 2 continues the overarching saga across 1 episodes.

**Essential Lore Primer (Before Watching S2)**:
- Picks up essential narrative continuity directly following the events of Study Group Season 1.
- Character alliances, factions, and personal loyalties undergo significant shifts under escalating stakes.
- Addresses unresolved cliffhangers and thematic mysteries introduced during previous seasons.
- Establishes the primary seasonal conflict that drives serialized character arcs toward the finale.

## Filler vs. Essential Episode Classifier

- **Total Tracked Episodes**: 11
- **Crucial Mytharc Episodes**: 4 (36%)
- **Character Core Episodes**: 7 (64%)
- **Side Quest / Filler Episodes**: 0 (0%)

## Creative Credits

- **Created by**: Lee Jang-hoon
- **Networks / Studios**: TVING

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Minhyun** as *Yoon Ga-min*
- **Lee Jong-hyun** as *Kim Se-hyeon*
- **Gong Do-yu** as *Lee Jun*
- **Shin Su-hyun** as *Lee Ji-woo*
- **Cha Woo-min** as *Phi Han-wool*
- **Hong Min-gi** as *Park Geon-yeop*
- **Han Ji-eun** as *Lee Han-kyung*
- **Yun Sang-jeong** as *Choi Hee-won*
- **Park Yoon-ho** as *Lee Hyun-woo*
- **Baek Seo-hoo** as *Ma Min-hwan*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: Is the series based on a webtoon?
Yes, it is adapted from a webtoon of the same name by Shin Hyung-w.

### Q: Where can I watch Study Group?
The series is available on major streaming platforms in South Korea and internationally.

### Q: Who are the main cast members?
The main cast includes Hwang Min-hyun, Han Ji-Eun, Cha Woo-min, and Lee Jong-hyun.

### Q: What is the main goal of the protagonist?
The protagonist aims to overcome academic challenges and secure college admission while protecting his classmates.

### Q: Is the show only about studying?
No, it combines academic themes with action, friendship, and personal growth.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [Online Courses for College Credit, Exam Prep & K-12 | Study.com](https://study.com/?msockid=0c1e168089276f4f27190102883d6e5a)
- [Study Group (TV Series 2025) - IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/title/tt35304338)
- [Study Group (TV series) - Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Study_Group_(TV_series))
- [Quizlet: Study Tools & Learning Resources for Students and Teachers ...](https://quizlet.com/)
- [Study Group (2025) - MyDramaList](https://mydramalist.com/752799-study-group)
- [Studley AI Study Tool – Ace Your Exams & Crush Your Homework](https://www.studley.ai/)

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