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The Best Episodes of Youth of May Season 1

Every episode of Youth of May Season 1 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of Youth of May Season 1!

Binge this in 12h 28m•Peaking at 9.3/10

A budding love story between a medical student and a nurse takes place in May 1980, during a time of civil unrest and military oppression in Gwangju.

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    Youth of May Season 1 Episode 10 - Goodness, Hypocrisy, Utmost Effort
    9.3/10(68 votes)

    S1:E10

    Once patients with gunshot wounds fill the ER, Hui-tae realizes that they'll have to leave now or never, but devastating news holds Myeong-hui back.

    Director:Song Min-yeop
    Writer:Lee Kang

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  2. Youth of May Season 1 Episode 2 - The Shoes That Fit Me
    9.2/10(89 votes)

    S1:E2

    Myeong-hui attempts to leave a bad impression on Hui-tae, hoping to never see him again. Hui-tae, rather enjoying the act, seeks to prolong the affair.

    Director:Song Min-yeop
    Writer:Lee Kang

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  3. Youth of May Season 1 Episode 5 - A Good Woman
    9.0/10(61 votes)

    S1:E5

    Upon Myeong-hui's request, Hui-tae makes a surprising announcement to Su-ryeon's family. Myeong-hui finds help getting her passport processed on time.

    Director:Song Min-yeop
    Writer:Lee Kang

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  4. Youth of May Season 1 Episode 6 - A Cough, Love, And...
    9.0/10(63 votes)

    S1:E6

    Myeong-hui's choice to follow her heart is met with strong pushback. Lee Su-chan calls Hui-tae up for drinks, but offers a word of warning instead.

    Director:Song Min-yeop
    Writer:Lee Kang

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  5. Youth of May Season 1 Episode 8 - After the Door Closes
    9.0/10(58 votes)

    S1:E8

    Myeong-hui stays occupied with extra chores and hours at work. Hui-tae also carries on as if nothing happened, until Su-ryeon breaks her silence.

    Director:Song Min-yeop
    Writer:Lee Kang

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  6. Youth of May Season 1 Episode 9 - Warning Signs of a Disaster
    9.0/10(57 votes)

    S1:E9

    Overnight, Gwangju is overcome with violence, and victims pour into the hospital. Hui-tae and Myeong-hui put their plans on hold to help.

    Director:Song Min-yeop
    Writer:Lee Kang

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  7. Youth of May Season 1 Episode 11 - Mudeung Stadium
    9.0/10(58 votes)

    S1:E11

    Myeong-hui decides to stay put at the hospital, despite her family's plea to get away together. Hwang Jeong-tae witnesses a horrifying sight at home.

    Director:Song Min-yeop
    Writer:Lee Kang

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  8. Youth of May Season 1 Episode 4 - Crossing the Line
    8.9/10(62 votes)

    S1:E4

    When Myeong-hui is unable to make time for Hui-tae on her day off, he volunteers to follow her wherever she goes. Su-ryeon gets a mysterious phone call.

    Director:Song Min-yeop
    Writer:Lee Kang

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  9. Youth of May Season 1 Episode 7 - The Unbreakable Tie
    8.9/10(56 votes)

    S1:E7

    Myeong-hui's dreams drift further out of reach. Hui-tae tries to persuade his father to leave Myeong-hui alone, but it only provokes him to double down.

    Director:Song Min-yeop
    Writer:Lee Kang

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  10. Youth of May Season 1 Episode 3 - Your One Month
    8.8/10(71 votes)

    S1:E3

    Hui-tae and Lee Su-ryeon keep up the charade a little longer, using the situation to their advantage. Hwang Gi-nam keeps track of his son's whereabouts.

    Director:Song Min-yeop
    Writer:Lee Kang

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  11. Youth of May Season 1 Episode 12 - The First of May
    8.7/10(69 votes)

    S1:E12

    In a simple ceremony with just the two of them, Hui-tae and Myeong-hui exchange prayers as wedding gifts. The tender moment is cut short by tragic news.

    Director:Song Min-yeop
    Writer:Lee Kang

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  12. Youth of May Season 1 Episode 1 - Everyone Running Their Own Race
    8.3/10(84 votes)

    S1:E1

    Hwang Hui-tae heads to Gwangju to fulfill a patient's last wish. Kim Myeong-hui gets a chance to study abroad, but is short on airfare.

    Director:Song Min-yeop
    Writer:Lee Kang

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Season 1 Ratings Summary

"Goodness, Hypocrisy, Utmost Effort" is the best rated episode of "Youth of May" season 1. It scored 9.3/10 based on 68 votes. Directed by Song Min-yeop and written by Lee Kang, it aired on 6/1/2021. This episode is rated 0.1 points higher than the second-best, "The Shoes That Fit Me".