Love Alarm (Japanese: 恋するアプリ Love Alarm) is a Netflix original series. In a world with an app that rings when someone within 10 meters has feelings for you, a love triangle among high-school students begins. It stars Kim So-hyun, Song Kang and Jung Ga-ram and is based on a Korean web comic.
📺 Drama Info
| Streaming | Season 1: from August 22, 2019 (Netflix) / Season 2: 2021 |
| Episodes | Season 1: 8 episodes |
| Genre | Romance / youth |
| Source | A Korean web comic |
| In Japan | Exclusively on Netflix (as of October 2026; availability may change) |
👥 Cast
- Kim So-hyun as Kim Jo-jo
- Song Kang as Hwang Sun-oh
- Jung Ga-ram as Lee Hye-yeong
📖 Plot (no spoilers)
The "Love Alarm" app tells you when someone near you has feelings for you, making love visible. Kim Jo-jo, a high-school student in a world where the app has spread, is torn between Hwang Sun-oh and Lee Hye-yeong.
✨ Three Reasons to Watch
- A world where feelings are visible — what would love look like if "I like you" were shown by an app?
- The aching missed connections of a love triangle
- An early, tender performance by Song Kang
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch Love Alarm?
On Netflix (exclusive in Japan as of October 2026; please check availability).
How many episodes does Love Alarm season 1 have?
8 episodes.
Who stars in Love Alarm?
Kim So-hyun (Kim Jo-jo), Song Kang (Hwang Sun-oh) and Jung Ga-ram (Lee Hye-yeong).
Is Love Alarm based on a web comic?
Yes, it is based on a Korean web comic.
Based on information as of October 2026. Streaming availability changes — please check each service.