Looking for a new K-drama to binge before it disappears from Netflix? You’re in luck. With a stellar 9.3/10 rating and a star from Squid Game in the lead, there’s still time to catch this fan-favorite before it leaves the streaming lineup.
The K-drama You Don’t Want to Miss
Netflix continues to set itself apart when it comes to Korean series. The platform boasts one of the widest collections of South Korean dramas, whether you’re after recent releases or older classics. But thanks to licensing, many international titles—especially those not produced by Netflix—aren’t available forever. Korean dramas are no exception, as some are regularly cycled out of the library.
Korean Drama Arrivals and Departures This February
This February brought lots of new titles for K-drama fans. After the film “Even If This Love Disappears Tonight,” viewers could check out “Pavane,” which arrived February 20. The thriller series “The Art of Sarah” premiered on February 13. But for those seeking something else, this is the moment to catch a 2022 K-drama that was set to leave Netflix by the end of the month.
‘Summer Strike’ Says Goodbye to Netflix
Nearly four years after its original release, “Summer Strike” made its exit from Netflix on February 19, 2026, as all twelve episodes were removed. The series stars Yim Si-wan and Kim Seol-hyun. Kim Seol-hyun is known for her role in the film “Memoir of a Murderer” (2017) and the 2024 series “Light Shop.” Yim Si-wan, also a member of the boy band ZE:A, became known to a wider public in 2025 when he appeared in Squid Game season 2 as Lee Myung-gi (player 333), a YouTuber involved in a cryptocurrency scam. He’s also appeared in dramas like “Misaeng” and “Run On,” and was seen in the Netflix action movie “Mantis” last September.
Why ‘Summer Strike’ Still Resonates
“Summer Strike” centers on Lee Yeo-reum. After hitting a breaking point in her life, she leaves everything behind for the small seaside town of Angok. There, she meets Ahn Dae-beom, a quiet local librarian and talented physicist, played by Yim Si-wan. The series has been likened to “Hometown Cha-Cha-Cha” and draws comparisons to newer titles like “Spring Fever,” which is currently streaming on Prime Video.
On the platform Viki, “Summer Strike” maintains a strong reputation, holding a user rating of 9.3/10, according to viewer reviews. Even years after its original run, Reddit users have praised the show’s subtle emotional depth and comforting atmosphere. As one fan wrote:
“This series made me feel so many things, all in such a subtle way. I don’t know how to move on.”
Another said:
“It’s so cozy and comforting, with just a hint of mystery.”
Whether you’re a longtime K-drama fan or just looking for a touching, mysterious story, “Summer Strike” left a lasting mark—and though it may be gone from Netflix, it’s still available to discover on Viki.
