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Notes from the Last Row

Notes from the Last Row (Korean: 맨 끝줄 소년) is an upcoming South Korean suspense television series written by Jang Myung-woo, directed by Kim Gyu-tae, and starring Choi Min-sik, Choi Hyun-wook, Huh Joon-ho, Yunjin Kim, and Jin Kyung. Based on the Spanish play El chico de la última fila [es] by Juan Mayorga, the series follows a disillusioned literature professor and failed novelist who becomes increasingly obsessed with the literary talent of a quiet student sitting in the back row of his classroom. It is scheduled to be released on Netflix on June 26, 2026.[1]

Notes from the Last Row
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Hangul
맨 끝줄 소년
Lit.The Boy in the Last Row
RRMaen kkeutjul sonyeon
MRMaen kkŭtchul sonyŏn
Genre
Based on
El chico de la última fila [es]
by Juan Mayorga
Written byJang Myung-woo
Directed byKim Kyu-tae
Starring
Country of originSouth Korea
Original languageKorean
Production
Production companies
Original release
NetworkNetflix

Synopsis

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Heo Mun-oh is a university professor of Korean Literature and a failed novelist who has abandoned writing after struggling with feelings of defeat, powerlessness, and lingering insecurity caused by harsh criticism from a peer during his youth. Living an unfulfilled life, Mun-oh harbors a hidden disdain for his students, who struggle to compose proper sentences. His routine changes when he notices Lee Kang, an engineering student who consistently sits in the very back row of the lecture hall. Upon reading Kang's work, Mun-oh becomes deeply captivated by the young man's mysterious persona and innate literary talent. Driven by a desire to nurture a gifted student, Mun-oh offers Kang private writing tutorials. As the lessons progress, Kang's brilliance reignites Mun-oh's long-dormant creative ambitions and personal desires. However, Mun-oh's growing obsession with the student's writing begins to cloud his judgment. Entrapped by the narratives Kang weaves, Mun-oh undergoes behavioral shifts and ultimately becomes entangled in an unexpected series of events.

Cast and characters

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Development

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The series is a television adaptation of the Spanish play El chico de la última fila [en] by Juan Mayorga, which had previously been staged as a theatrical production in South Korea in late 2024. Written by Jang Myung-woo, who previously adapted the film My Mother, the Mermaid, and directed by Kim Kyu-tae, known for his notable works such as Moon Lovers: Scarlet Heart Ryeo (2016), Our Blues (2022), The Trunk (2024). The project is jointly produced by Kakao Entertainment and GTist.[2] Later, Netflix picked up the six-part series for global distribution.

Casting

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In February 2025, OSEN reported that Choi Min-sik was positively reviewing to star as Heo Mun-oh.[2] The next month, My Daily [ko] reported Choi Hyun-wook would join opposite Choi as Lee Kang.[3] The role of Mun-oh's wife, Jo Hyeon-suk, was initially reported to be under consideration by Moon So-ri in mid-March, but replaced by Jin Kyung the following month.[4][5] Concurrently, Huh Joon-ho reportedly joined the cast as Kim Su-hun.[6] Additional casting reports included Lee Jin-woo, Moon Jeong-hee, Jo Han-chul, and Han Ji-eun in unconfirmed roles.[7] By May 2025, Netflix finalized its primary casting lineup, with the inclusion of Yunjin Kim as Ahn Eun-joo.[8]

Filming

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In an interview with Marie Claire Korea, Choi Hyun-wook stated that principal photography concluded in October 2025.[9]

Release

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Netflix confirmed Notes from the Last Row is scheduled to be released in the second quarter of 2026 as part of its annual Korean contents lineup.[10] By May 2026, the series was confirmed to premiere globally on June 26.[1]

References

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  1. 1 2 Lee, Yoon-seo (May 29, 2026). "Choi Min-sik returns to TV with Netflix's Notes from the Last Row". The Korea Herald. Retrieved May 29, 2026.
  2. 1 2 Ha, Su-jeong (February 18, 2025). [단독] 최민식, 천만 '파묘' 다음은 '맨 끝줄 소년'..2년만에 드라마 복귀(종합) [[Exclusive] Choi Min-sik chooses Notes from the Last Row following 10-million-seller Exhuma..Returning to drama after 2 years (Comprehensive)]. OSEN (in Korean). Archived from the original on May 29, 2026. Retrieved May 29, 2026.
  3. ↑ Park, Ro-sa (March 4, 2025). [단독] '대세' 최현욱, 최민식 제자된다...'맨 끝줄 소년' 주연 [[Exclusive] 'Trending' Choi Hyun-wook to Become Choi Min-sik's Disciple...To Star in Notes from the Last Row]. My Daily (in Korean). Retrieved May 29, 2026.
  4. ↑ Yoo, Ji-hee (March 14, 2025). [단독] 문소리, 최민식 만난다...'연기 장인' 대결 '맨 끝줄 소년' 출연 [[Exclusive] Moon So-ri to meet Choi Min-sik...A showdown of 'Acting Masters' as she joins the cast of 'Notes from the Last Row']. Ilgan Sports (in Korean). Archived from the original on May 29, 2026. Retrieved May 29, 2026.
  5. ↑ Lee, Deok-haeng (April 14, 2025). [단독] 진경, 최민식 아내 된다..'맨 끝줄 소년' 합류 [[Exclusive] Jin Kyung to play Choi Min-sik's wife..joins Notes from the Last Row]. Ize (in Korean). Retrieved May 29, 2026.
  6. ↑ Kim, Ji-won (April 14, 2025). [단독] 허준호, '보물섬' 끝나자마자 기쁜 소식...'맨 끝줄 소년' 출연 유력 [[Exclusive] Huh Joon-ho receives good news right after finishing Buried Hearts...highly likely to star in Notes from the Last Row]. Ten Asia (in Korean). Archived from the original on May 18, 2026. Retrieved May 29, 2026.
  7. ↑ Support casting:
  8. ↑ Merican, Sara (May 28, 2025). "Netflix Unveils K-Drama Notes From The Last Row Starring Choi Min-sik, Choi Hyun-wook & Huh Joon-ho". Deadline Hollywood. Archived from the original on May 29, 2026. Retrieved May 29, 2026.
  9. ↑ Kang, Ye-sol (October 17, 2025). I'm Falling In | 배우 최현욱 화보와 인터뷰 [I'm Falling In | Actor Choi Hyun-wook Pictorial and Interview]. Marie Claire Korea (in Korean). Archived from the original on May 29, 2026. Retrieved May 29, 2026.
  10. ↑ Brzeski, Patrick (January 20, 2026). "Netflix Unveils Stacked Korean Content Slate of 33 Series and Films for 2026 (Full List)". The Hollywood Reporter. Retrieved January 21, 2026.
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