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Struggling to find success, a former wrestling prodigy finds himself ready to quit until he reencounters an old friend who reignites his passion.
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Like Flowers in Sand premiered December 20, 2023. We don't have a confirmed streaming, rental or purchase option yet.
Struggling to find success, a former wrestling prodigy finds himself ready to quit until he reencounters an old friend who reignites his passion.
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Episode 1
Feeling despondent about his footing in the ssireum world, Kim Baek-du competes in a new tournament — coming up against a formidable opponent.
Directed by Kim Jin-wooWritten by Won Yoo-jung
Episode 2
Baek-du encounters an old friend who persistently denies knowing him. But he later sees her become the manager of his team and deduces her identity.
Directed by Kim Jin-wooWritten by Won Yoo-jung
Episode 3
No longer a wrestler, Baek-du contemplates other career paths. After the coach suddenly quits the team, Oh Yu-gyeong tries to get to the bottom of it.
Directed by Kim Jin-wooWritten by Won Yoo-jung
Episode 4
Kwak Jin-su challenges Baek-du to a ssireum match for the role of coach. But the match is interrupted when the police take Baek-du away for questioning.
Directed by Kim Jin-wooWritten by Won Yoo-jung
Episode 5
After finding out Yu-gyeong's ruse, Baek-du rejoins the ssireum team. They later pay a visit to Lim Dong-seok to investigate the former coach.
Directed by Kim Jin-wooWritten by Won Yoo-jung
Episode 6
Amid the ongoing investigation, Baek-du trains for an upcoming match. But when Jin-su suddenly sidelines Baek-du, Yu-gyeong stands up for him.
Directed by Kim Jin-wooWritten by Won Yoo-jung
Episode 7
Baek-du experiences several roadblocks as he tries to make his upcoming competition — and during his matches, he can't stop thinking about Yu-gyeong.
Directed by Kim Jin-wooWritten by Won Yoo-jung
Episode 8
After 20 years, Yu-gyeong meets with Joo Mi-ran to talk through unsolved business. While drunkenly catching up with Yu-gyeong, Baek-du makes a move.
Directed by Kim Jin-wooWritten by Won Yoo-jung
Episode 9
Ready to share more information, Mi-ran pays a visit to Yu-gyeong and Baek-du. Rumors of a scandal between Yu-gyeong and Baek-du circulate around town.
Directed by Kim Jin-wooWritten by Won Yoo-jung
Episode 10
Baek-du awaits Yu-gyeong's response after a momentous confession. Meanwhile, several old friends begin to figure out Yu-gyeong's true identity.
Directed by Kim Jin-wooWritten by Won Yoo-jung
Episode 11
Old friends join forces to find the culprit hiding in their town. But when they hit a standstill, Mi-ran sets herself up as bait — much to her risk.
Directed by Kim Jin-wooWritten by Won Yoo-jung
Episode 12
With Mi-ran in danger, Yu-gyeong races to save her. Baek-du gives it his all in the tournament — hoping a win will secure a spot in Yu-gyeong's heart.
Directed by Kim Jin-wooWritten by Won Yoo-jung
Episode information updated Sep 16, 2026
Available now in United States
These shows are available now and closely match Like Flowers in Sand.
Jang Dong-yoonKim Baek-du
Lee Ju-myoungOh Yu-gyeong
Lee Ju-seungCho Seok-hui
Yun Jong-seokMin Hyeon-uk
Kim Bo-raJoo Mi-ran
Lee Jae-joonKwak Jin-su
Choi Mu-sungKim Tae-baek
Jang Young-namMa Jin-suk
ENASouth Korea
AStorySouth Korea
