The Penthouse 2020

Overview

The Penthouse: War in Life is a South Korean television drama series that premiered in 2020. The narrative centers on a woman who is determined to enter high society by securing a residence in a luxury apartment building located in the Gangnam District. Her ultimate objective is to become the queen of a penthouse situated on the 100th floor, which she views as the pinnacle of success. As the protagonist pursues this goal, she puts everything on the line, and the story follows her gradual transformation into a monster. The series features a cast that includes Kim So-yeon, Shin Eun-kyung, Uhm Ki-joon, and Bong Tae-gyu. The setting for the drama is Hera Palace, a luxury apartment complex. Traditionally, a penthouse refers to a housing unit on the highest floor of a building, often associated with luxury and exclusivity. The series, also known by its native title 펜트하우스, continued its run through 2021.