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Netflix's K-Drama Shines with 100% Rotten Tomatoes

11/1/2025

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Summary

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Netflix's When Life Gives You Tangerines leads the weekend debuts, a K-drama with 100% Rotten Tomatoes.
The Asset, a Netflix crime thriller, has an 83% Rotten Tomatoes rating.
On HBO Max, IT: Welcome to Derry is a prequel with strong reviews.
I Love LA is a friendship-themed comedy on HBO Max with an 83% score.
The Chair Company offers unique humor with a perfect Rotten Tomatoes rating.

History

Historical Context

In 2010, Netflix shifted from DVD rentals to streaming, marking a pivotal change in media consumption. By 2011, it boasted over 23 million subscribers, contributing to the decline of DVD rental services like Blockbuster. This transition not only popularized diverse content, including K-dramas, but also set the stage for the competitive "streaming wars" that emerged in the late 2010s.

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Story summary

Netflix's When Life Gives You Tangerines leads the weekend debuts, a K-drama with 100% Rotten Tomatoes.
The Asset, a Netflix crime thriller, has an 83% Rotten Tomatoes rating.
On HBO Max, IT: Welcome to Derry is a prequel with strong reviews.
I Love LA is a friendship-themed comedy on HBO Max with an 83% score.
The Chair Company offers unique humor with a perfect Rotten Tomatoes rating.

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