Sweet Home (Korean: 스위트홈; Japanese: Sweet Home -俺と世界の絶望-) is a Netflix original series starring Song Kang, set in a world where people turn into monsters in the shape of their own desires. It became a worldwide hit and is based on a Korean web comic.
📺 Drama Info
| Streaming | From December 18, 2020 (Netflix) |
| Episodes | Season 1: 10 episodes (seasons 2 and 3 followed) |
| Genre | Survival horror / dark fantasy |
| Original | The Korean web comic "Sweet Home" |
| In Japan | Exclusively on Netflix |
| Note | Contains violence and grotesque depictions |
👥 Main Cast
- Song Kang as Cha Hyun-su
- Lee Jin-wook as Pyeon Sik
- Lee Si-young as Seo Yi-kyung
📖 Plot (no spoilers)
Cha Hyun-su, a high-school student who lost his family in an accident, starts living in an old apartment building called "Green Home."
One day, the residents begin turning, one after another, into monsters shaped by their own desires. Trapped in the building with no way out, Hyun-su and the residents are drawn into a fight for survival.
✨ Three Reasons to Watch
- A unique premise — monsters that reflect people's desires — gives the horror depth
- An ensemble drama in a locked-down apartment where distinctive residents cooperate and clash
- Song Kang's powerful action as a quiet, wounded young man
Song Kang is also in our fan-meeting guide.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch Sweet Home?
Exclusively on Netflix in Japan (as of October 2026).
How many episodes does Sweet Home season 1 have?
10 episodes; seasons 2 and 3 were released after that.
Who stars in Sweet Home?
Song Kang (Cha Hyun-su), Lee Jin-wook (Pyeon Sik) and Lee Si-young (Seo Yi-kyung).
Is Sweet Home based on a web comic?
Yes — on the Korean web comic "Sweet Home."
Does it contain violence?
Yes — violence and grotesque depictions. Please take care if you are sensitive.
Based on information as of October 2026. Streaming availability changes — please check each service.