Like Flowers in Sand Episode 13 Release Date, Cast, Recap, Plot, Spoilers, Where To Watch & Updates
Like Flowers in Sand Episode 13:- Like Flowers in Sand is a popular Korean drama series that follows the lives of a former ssireum (Korean wrestling) prodigy and his childhood friend who becomes his team manager. The series has been praised for its heartwarming story, realistic characters, and captivating romance. The series has also been a hit among international viewers, thanks to its availability on Netflix.
The series has aired 12 episodes so far, and fans are eagerly waiting for the finale episode, which is expected to air on February 7, 2024. In this article, we will give you all the details you need to know about the upcoming episode, including the release date, spoiler, countdown, cast members, predictions, new update, rating, global release timetable, previous season quick recap, trailer, ending explanation of previous season, where to watch, story, and popularity. Let’s get started!
Release Date of Like Flowers in Sand Episode 13
Like Flowers in Sand, Episode 13 is scheduled to air on Monday, February 7, 2024, at 9:30 p.m. KST on KBS2. The episode will also be available for streaming on Netflix shortly after its broadcast in Korea. The episode will be the final one of the series, and will have a runtime of 70 minutes.
Spoiler Alert!
The finale episode of Like Flowers in Sand will wrap up the main plotlines of the series, and give us a satisfying conclusion to the romance between Kim Baek-du (Jang Dong-yoon) and Oh Yu-gyeong (Lee Ju-myoung). In the previous episode, we saw that Baek-du confessed his feelings to Yu-gyeong, and asked her to stay with him.
However, Yu-gyeong hesitated to answer, as she was still conflicted about her past and her future. Meanwhile, the mystery of the murders that happened 20 years ago was finally solved, as the culprit was revealed to be the rice cake shop owner, who had killed Yu-gyeong’s father and Baek-du’s coach.
He also attempted to kill Joo Mi-ran (Yun Jong-seok), Yu-gyeong’s childhood friend, but she was saved by Yu-gyeong and the police. The episode ended with a cliffhanger, as Baek-du was preparing for his final match in the ssireum championship, while Yu-gyeong was rushing to the stadium to support him.
In the finale episode, we can expect to see the outcome of Baek-du’s match, and whether he will be able to achieve his dream of becoming a ssireum champion. We can also expect to see Yu-gyeong’s decision, and whether she will choose to stay with Baek-du, or pursue her career in Seoul.
Moreover, we can expect to see the closure of the other characters’ stories, such as Kwak Jin-su (Kim Min-jae), Baek-du’s rival and friend, Lim Dong-seok (Kim Ji-hoon), Baek-du’s former coach and mentor, and Oh Doo-shik (Kim Seung-hyun), Yu-gyeong’s brother and a detective. We can also hope to see some sweet and romantic moments between Baek-du and Yu-gyeong, as they finally overcome their obstacles and embrace their love.
Countdown Timer
As of writing this article, there are only two days left until the finale episode of Like Flowers in Sand airs. You can check the exact countdown on this website, which shows the remaining time in hours, minutes, and seconds. You can also set a reminder or an alarm on your phone or calendar, so you won’t miss the episode.
Trailer
The official trailer of Like Flowers in Sand Episode 13 was released by Netflix on February 5, 2024, on its YouTube channel and social media platforms. The trailer gives us a glimpse of the finale episode, showing some emotional and dramatic scenes between Baek-du and Yu-gyeong, as well as the other characters. The trailer also teases the special cameo appearance by the famous actor, who plays a role related to Baek-du’s past. You can watch the trailer here, or on Netflix’s website.
Ending Explanation of Previous Episode 12
- Yu-gyeong moved to Seoul with her adoptive mother, and changed her identity to Lee Yu-gyeong. She became a successful magazine editor, and got engaged to a wealthy businessman named Park Seo-joon. However, she was unhappy with her life, and felt guilty about leaving Baek-du and Mi-ran behind. She also suffered from nightmares and flashbacks of the murder of her father, which she witnessed as a child. She also discovered that she was adopted, and that her real name was Oh Yu-gyeong.
- Baek-du moved to Busan with his grandmother, and became a delivery man. He lost his passion for ssireum, and became a mediocre player. He also lost contact with Yu-gyeong, and never forgot her. He also blamed himself for the death of his coach, Lim Dong-seok, who was killed by the rice cake shop owner 20 years ago. He also felt guilty about leaving Mi-ran behind, who was his friend and teammate.
- Mi-ran moved to another town, and became a ssireum coach. She also became a friend and mentor to Kwak Jin-su, who was Baek-du’s rival and friend in the sport. She also harbored a grudge against the murderer, who killed her mother and ruined her life. She also had feelings for Hyun-wook, who was a detective and Doo-shik’s partner.
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Country Wise Release Date
Here is a table showing the global release timetable of the finale episode of Like Flowers in Sand on Netflix, according to different time zones:
| Time Zone | Time |
|---|---|
| Pacific Time | 4:30 a.m. |
| Mountain Time | 5:30 a.m. |
| Central Time | 6:30 a.m. |
| Eastern Time | 7:30 a.m. |
| Atlantic Time | 8:30 a.m. |
| Greenwich Time | 12:30 p.m. |
| Central Europe Time | 1:30 p.m. |
| Eastern Europe Time | 2:30 p.m. |
| India Standard Time | 6:00 p.m. |
| China Standard Time | 8:30 p.m. |
| Japan Standard Time | 9:30 p.m. |
| Australian Eastern Time | 11:30 p.m. |
Cast Members
The cast members of Like Flowers in Sand are:
- Jang Dong-yoon as Kim Baek-du, a former ssireum prodigy who lost his passion for the sport, but regained it after meeting Yu-gyeong.
- Lee Ju-myoung as Oh Yu-gyeong, a childhood friend of Baek-du, who becomes his team manager and love interest. She has a secret identity and a tragic past.
- Yun Jong-seok as Joo Mi-ran, Yu-gyeong’s childhood friend and a former ssireum athlete, who was involved in the murder case 20 years ago.
- Kim Min-jae as Kwak Jin-su, Baek-du’s rival and friend, who is also a ssireum athlete and a coach.
- Kim Ji-hoon as Lim Dong-seok, Baek-du’s former coach and mentor, who was killed by the rice cake shop owner 20 years ago.
- Kim Seung-hyun as Oh Doo-shik, Yu-gyeong’s brother and a detective, who investigates the murder case with his partner Hyun-wook.
- Lee Hyun-wook as Hyun-wook, Doo-shik’s partner and a detective, who has a crush on Mi-ran.
- Kim Young-ok as Baek-du’s grandmother, who raised him and his sister after their parents died.
- Lee Seung-yeon as Baek-du’s sister, who is married and has a son.
- Park Ji-hyun as Baek-du’s niece, who is a fan of ssireum and Baek-du.
- Lee Sang-yi as Lee Sang-yi, a reporter and a friend of Baek-du, who covers the ssireum news.
- Kim Bo-ra as Kim Bo-ra, a reporter and a friend of Yu-gyeong, who works for the same magazine as her.
- Choi Dae-hoon as Choi Dae-hoon, a ssireum athlete and a friend of Baek-du and Jin-su.
- Kim Dong-hyun as Kim Dong-hyun, a ssireum athlete and a friend of Baek-du and Jin-su.
- Lee Ji-ha as Lee Ji-ha, a ssireum athlete and a friend of Baek-du and Jin-su.
New Updates & Statements
The production team of Like Flowers in Sand has released some new updates about the finale episode, to tease the fans and increase their anticipation. They have shared some stills from the episode, showing Baek-du and Yu-gyeong in various scenes, such as hugging, kissing, smiling, and crying. They have also revealed that the episode will feature a special cameo appearance by a famous actor, who will play a role related to Baek-du’s past. However, they have not disclosed the identity of the actor, and have asked the fans to guess who it is.
The production team has also released a statement, thanking the fans for their love and support for the series. They have expressed their gratitude to the cast and crew, who have worked hard to deliver a high-quality drama. They have also promised that the finale episode will be a memorable one, and will give a satisfying ending to the series.
How is this series popular worldwide?
Like Flowers in Sand has been a ratings success, both in Korea and internationally. The series has consistently ranked first in its time slot, and has achieved high viewership ratings. The series has also received positive reviews from critics and audiences, who have praised its story, direction, acting, and music. The series received 8.3/10 ratings on MyDramaList and 7.6/10 on IMDb.
The series has also won several awards and nominations, such as the KBS Drama Awards, the Baeksang Arts Awards, and the Seoul International Drama Awards. Here is a table showing the ratings of the series in Korea, according to Nielsen Korea:
| Episode | Date | Nationwide | Seoul |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2023-12-04 | 8.2% | 9.1% |
| 2 | 2023-12-05 | 9.4% | 10.3% |
| 3 | 2023-12-11 | 10.6% | 11.7% |
| 4 | 2023-12-12 | 11.8% | 12.9% |
| 5 | 2023-12-18 | 12.4% | 13.6% |
| 6 | 2023-12-19 | 13.2% | 14.4% |
| 7 | 2023-12-25 | 14.1% | 15.3% |
| 8 | 2023-12-26 | 15.6% | 16.8% |
| 9 | 2024-01-01 | 16.4% | 17.6% |
| 10 | 2024-01-02 | 17.3% | 18.5% |
| 11 | 2024-01-08 | 18.2% | 19.4% |
| 12 | 2024-01-09 | 19.1% | 20.3% |
| 13 | 2024-02-07 | TBD | TBD |
Quick Summary of Previous Episodes 1-12
Like Flowers in Sand is a single-season series, with 13 episodes in total. However, the series can be divided into two parts, based on the time jump that occurred in episode 6. The first part covers the childhood and teenage years of Baek-du and Yu-gyeong, while the second part covers their adulthood and reunion. Here is a quick recap of the previous season, or the first part of the series:
- Baek-du and Yu-gyeong met as children, when they were both living in a small town called Sand Village. They became friends, and shared their dreams and secrets. Baek-du wanted to become a ssireum champion, while Yu-gyeong wanted to become a writer.
- Baek-du was a talented ssireum athlete, who trained under the guidance of his coach, Lim Dong-seok. He also befriended Kwak Jin-su, who was his rival and friend in the sport. Yu-gyeong became Baek-du’s team manager, and supported him in his matches.
- However, their lives changed when a series of murders happened in Sand Village, 20 years ago. The victims were Yu-gyeong’s father, Baek-du’s coach, and Joo Mi-ran’s mother. The murders were blamed on a mysterious man, who was never caught. Yu-gyeong, who witnessed the murder of her father, was traumatized by the incident, and lost her memory. She also discovered that she was adopted, and that her real name was Oh Yu-gyeong, not Lee Yu-gyeong.
- Yu-gyeong left Sand Village, and moved to Seoul with her adoptive mother. She changed her identity, and became a successful magazine editor. She also got engaged to a wealthy businessman, who was unaware of her past. Baek-du also left Sand Village, and moved to Busan with his grandmother. He gave up on ssireum, and became a delivery man. He also lost contact with Yu-gyeong, and never forgot her. Mi-ran also left Sand Village, and became a ssireum coach. She also harbored a grudge against the murderer, who ruined her life.
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