SKY Castle (2018) — Filming Locations & Guide

Story

Synopsis

A concise overview of the premise, tone, and dramatic setup.

In the exclusive residential community of Sky Castle, which houses Korea's elite, the success of their children is paramount. This black comedy delves into the intense pressures faced by parents striving to secure their children's admission to prestigious universities, particularly the coveted "SKY" schools.

Focusing on the ambitious Han Seo-jin, the series explores the lengths to which parents will go to achieve their goals, often revealing the dark side of South Korea's educational obsession and the hypocrisy within its upper class. Amidst fierce competition and tragic events, the characters navigate a world defined by ambition and ruthless strategies, leading to shocking revelations and moral dilemmas. "Sky Castle" not only entertains but also serves as a sharp satire of contemporary societal issues surrounding education and parental expectations.

Filming locations

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Rasentra
라센트라
579-1 Giheungdanji-ro, Idong-eup, Cheoin-gu, Yongin-si, Gyeonggi-do경기 용인시 처인구 이동읍 기흥단지로 579-1
Rasentra is known as the filming location for the drama SKY Castle. It features luxurious townhouses with a golf course view and a swimming pool. / The mansion serves as the backdrop for the drama 'Sky Castle', showcasing luxurious interiors and a spacious living room. It represents a life of achievement rather than mere wealth. / This location served as a filming site for the drama SKY Castle, attracting many visitors due to its beautiful scenery and amenities.
It is widely known as the first place in Korea to apply Italian Tuscan style in its design and as the actual filming location for the drama SKY Castle.
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Korea CC
코리아CC
579 Giheungdanji-ro, Idong-eup, Cheoin-gu, Yongin-si, Gyeonggi-do경기 용인시 처인구 이동읍 기흥단지로 579
Korea CC is a prestigious golf club featured in the drama SKY Castle. It offers beautiful scenery and well-maintained courses.
Looking at the villa complex featured in SKY Castle, what a good shot! What does it mean to be golfing at Korea CC in this weather? Haha.
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Jiin Naming Research Institute
지인작명연구소
Heungdeokjungang-ro 55 → Giheung-gu → Yongin-si → Gyeonggi-do경기 용인시 기흥구 흥덕중앙로 55
Park Dae-hee conducts consultations at the Jiin Naming Research Institute located in Yongin.
Currently, Park Dae-hee, the naming expert, is conducting consultations at the Yongin 'Ji-in Naming Research Institute'.
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Details

Production

Broadcast details, runtime, language, and key production credits.

Country

South Korea

Original language

Korean

Episode runtime

69 min

Spoken languages

Korean

Production companies

HB Entertainment
Drama House
JTBC Studios

Creators: Yoo Hyun-mi
Jo Hyun-tak조현탁

Source: TMDB

Characters

Cast & characters

Key roles, performers, and character context for quick scanning.

Han Seo-jin
Yum Jung-ah염정아
Noh Seung-hye
Yoon Se-a윤세아
Lee Soo-imm
Lee Tae-ran이태란
Kim Joo-young
Kim Seo-hyung김서형
Jin Jin-hee
Oh Na-ra오나라
Kang Joon-sang
Jung Jun-ho정준호
Hwang Chi-young
Choi Won-young최원영
Cha Min-hyuk
Kim Byong-chul김병철
Kim Hye-na
Kim Bo-ra김보라
Kang Ye-seo
Kim Hye-yoon김혜윤
Kang Ye-bin
Lee Ji-won이지원
Hwang Woo-joo
Kang Chan-hee강찬희
Cha Seo-jun
Kim Dong-hee김동희
Cha Gi-jun
Cho Byeong-kyu조병규
Cho Tae-jun
Lee Hyun-jin이현진
Woo Yang-woo
Jo Jae-yun조재윤

Source: TMDB

Actors

Lead actors

Lead performer biographies and notable credits.

Yum Jung-ahas Han Seo-jin

염정아

1972-07-28 · Seoul, South Korea

Yum Jung-ah is a prominent South Korean actress born on July 28, 1972. She gained recognition not only for her acting prowess but also for her beauty, finishing as the first runner-up in the Miss Korea Beauty Pageant in 1991. Following this achievement, she represented South Korea at the Miss International pageant in 1992, where she secured the second runner-up position. Yum's film career includes notable works such as "A Tale of Two Sisters," "The Big Swindle," "The Old Garden," and "Cart," showcasing her versatility across various genres. On television, she earned widespread acclaim for her role as Han Seo Jin in the hit jTBC drama "SKY Castle," which solidified her status as a leading actress in the industry. Other significant TV credits include her performance in "Royal Family." Through her diverse roles, Yum Jung-ah continues to captivate audiences with her talent and charisma.

Yoon Se-aas Noh Seung-hye

윤세아

1978-01-02 · Daegu, South Korea

Lee Tae-ranas Lee Soo-imm

이태란

1975-03-25 · Yeonggwaang, South Jeolla, South Korea

Kim Seo-hyungas Kim Joo-young

김서형

1973-10-28 · Gangneung, Gangwon, South Korea

Kim Seo-hyung is a prominent South Korean actress, born on October 28, 1973. She has garnered widespread recognition for her compelling performances in both film and television. One of her most notable roles came in the 2008 revenge drama "Temptation of Wife," where she portrayed the sinister mistress Shin Ae-ri, a character that solidified her status in the industry. In addition to her earlier success, Kim is also celebrated for her role as Coach Kim in the highly acclaimed JTBC series "Sky Castle" (2018). Her performance in this series earned her a nomination for Best Actress at the prestigious 55th Baeksang Arts Awards, further showcasing her range and talent as an actress. With a career that spans over a decade, Kim Seo-hyung continues to captivate audiences with her dynamic portrayals and remains a significant figure in contemporary South Korean cinema and television.

Oh Na-raas Jin Jin-hee

오나라

1974-10-26 · Seoul, South Korea

Oh Na-ra is a prominent South Korean actress known for her versatile performances in both television and film. Born on October 26, 1974, she began her artistic journey by joining the Seoul Performing Arts Company in 1996, making her stage debut in the musical "Simcheong" the following year. Over the years, she has captivated audiences with her work in numerous productions, including "Bari," "Annie Quang," "All That Jazz," and "Mamma Mia." Her exceptional talent in musicals has garnered her several awards, including Best New Actress at the 2006 Daegu International Musical Festival. Transitioning to television, Oh Na-ra made her mark with her debut in SBS's "My Sweet Seoul." Since then, she has taken on significant roles in popular dramas such as "Yong Pal," "Hyde, Jekyll, Me," "Flowers of the Prison," and "My Mister." Her performances in series like "Sky Castle," "Racket Boys," and "Alchemy of Souls" have solidified her status as a respected actress in the industry, earning her critical acclaim and a passionate fanbase. With a career that spans over two decades, Oh Na-ra continues to be a dynamic force in the South Korean entertainment landscape.

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Episode guide

Episodes

Episode stills, air dates, runtimes, and summaries.

Ep 1The Wives Celebrate
2018-11-23 · 68 min
When Yeong-jae gets accepted into a top medical school, his mom becomes the envy of the other mothers, who all want to know just how she managed it.
Ep 2Young-jae’s Tablet
2018-11-24 · 64 min
While everyone’s still reeling from the shock of what happened, a new family whose background and values seem very different moves into Sky Castle.
Ep 3Winds of Change in Sky Castle
2018-11-30 · 61 min
Han Seo-jin confronts the entrance exam coordinator. Lee Su-im joins the Sky Castle reading group, but it’s nothing like what she expected it to be.
Ep 4Seo-jin’s Crumbling Pride
2018-12-01 · 63 min
Sky Castle is abuzz about the pending vote but Cha Min-hyeok is confident. Seo-jin will do anything for Ye-seo – and stoop as low as deemed necessary.
Ep 5At Any Cost
2018-12-07 · 63 min
Seo-jin runs into Yeong-jae and tries to talk to him. Su-im ponders what to do about Ye-bin. No Seung-hye and Min-hyeok scramble to formulate a plan B.
Ep 6Meritocracy
2018-12-08 · 61 min
Seung-hye challenges Min-hyeok head on. Seo-jin thinks that she’s fixed things but doesn’t count on Kang Jun-sang. Ye-bin finds an unlikely confidante.
Ep 7Never-Ending Rivalry
2018-12-14 · 63 min
Su-im and Ye-bin are stunned by what they uncover. Seung-hye and Su-im speculate about Yeong-jae and his family. Kim Ju-yeong puts Ye-seo in her place.
Ep 8At Gunpoint
2018-12-15 · 65 min
Running mates Kim Hye-na and Hwang U-ju are the favorites in the school election, but Seo-jin colludes with Min-hyeok to ensure that their kids win.
Ep 9A Celebration Party
2018-12-21 · 64 min
Kang Jun-sang delights in Seo-jin’s plan to host a dinner as an occasion to gloat over the other couples, but things get heated over Su-im’s new book.
Ep 10Kwak Mi-hyang’s Reveal
2018-12-22 · 69 min
Seo-jin incenses Kim Ju-yeong with her reply, and leads the charge against Su-im, but pays a heavy price for her shortsightedness in more ways than one.
Ep 11Hye-na’s Arrival
2018-12-28 · 67 min
Seo-jin relents and has Hye-na move in as Ye-bin’s tutor, but makes a startling discovery. Su-im meets Yeong-jae’s father to get his side of the story.
Ep 12Another Daughter
2018-12-29 · 69 min
Su-im hears a strange fact about Kim Ju-yeong. Seo-jin’s fury boils over. Min-hyeok basks in his daughter’s stories, but Seung-hye spots something odd.
Ep 13Coach Kim’s Past
2019-01-04 · 67 min
Crushed by the truth about Se-ri’s life in Cambridge, Seung-hye fears the repercussions of Min-hyeok finding out. Su-im gets a request from Yeong-jae.
Ep 14Ye-seo in Coach Kim’s Grasp
2019-01-05 · 76 min
Seo-jin lambastes Kim Ju-yeong but realizes she’s no match for her own daughter’s insolence. Seung-hye reflects on her choices and takes a stand.
Ep 15Hye-na’s Death
2019-01-11 · 68 min
Hye-na is rushed to the hospital, but Jun-sang orders Hwang Chi-yeong to operate on another patient. Seo-jin asks Ye-seo what she did at the party.
Ep 16Woo-joo’s Arrest
2019-01-12 · 74 min
Not caring if U-ju is sacrificed, Seo-jin begs Kim Ju-yeong to save her daughter, but Ye-seo insists he’s innocent. Su-im infers a sinister motive.
Ep 17Devastated Joon-sang
2019-01-18 · 70 min
Jun-sang reproaches Seo-jin and his mother about Hye-na. Seo-jin has harsh words for Kim Ju-yeong but has only one thing on her mind: Ye-seo’s future.
Ep 18No Option
2019-01-19 · 75 min
Jun-sang wants to go to the police and exonerate U-ju, but Seo-jin won’t let him. Seung-hye doesn’t want to live with Min-hyeok – and the kids concur.
Ep 19Seo-jin’s Confession
2019-01-26 · 83 min
Su-im pleads with Seo-jin, who remains determined. Ye-bin tells her mother what she thinks of her. U-ju wants to know why he should forgive Seo-jin.
Ep 20Goodbye, Sky Castle
2019-02-01 · 84 min
U-ju announces he’s taking a break from school. Jun-sang resigns and Seo-jin readies to leave Sky Castle. Seung-hye prevails and Su-im’s book comes out.