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The Best Episodes of When Life Gives You Tangerines Season 1

Every episode of When Life Gives You Tangerines Season 1 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of When Life Gives You Tangerines Season 1!

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    When Life Gives You Tangerines Season 1 Episode 16 - Here's to All You've Been Through
    9.6/10(3259 votes)

    S1:E16

    As the Yang family finally enjoys the fruits of their labor, sudden agony strikes — testing their resolve and the strength of their enduring love.

    Director:Kim Won-suk
    Writer:Im Sang-choon

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  2. When Life Gives You Tangerines Season 1 Episode 6 - Life Goes on and On
    9.3/10(2647 votes)

    S1:E6

    Just as Ae-sun and Gwan-sik taste the joys of their new life, a summer storm changes everything — testing their will to carry on.

    Director:Kim Won-suk
    Writer:Im Sang-choon

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  3. When Life Gives You Tangerines Season 1 Episode 13 - Such an Uneven Love
    9.2/10(1967 votes)

    S1:E13

    While facing a career setback during an economic downturn, Geum-myeong encounters a familiar face — sparking an unexpected new beginning.

    Director:Kim Won-suk
    Writer:Im Sang-choon

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  4. When Life Gives You Tangerines Season 1 Episode 15 - A Spring Every Day
    9.1/10(1926 votes)

    S1:E15

    Between new business ventures and career changes, the family faces separate hurdles on their paths — drawing strength from their bond to press ahead.

    Director:Kim Won-suk
    Writer:Im Sang-choon

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  5. When Life Gives You Tangerines Season 1 Episode 3 - Yesterday Was Your Spring
    9.0/10(2664 votes)

    S1:E3

    After a dramatic rescue, Ae-sun and Gwan-sik return to Jeju. Soon, Ae-sun resigns herself to a sad fate — leaving Gwan-sik devastated.

    Director:Kim Won-suk
    Writer:Im Sang-choon

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  6. When Life Gives You Tangerines Season 1 Episode 4 - The Blazing Summer Sunshine
    9.0/10(2550 votes)

    S1:E4

    Summer brings joy as the newlyweds start a life together, but living with Gwan-sik's family tests their happiness — can they find a path to peace?

    Director:Kim Won-suk
    Writer:Im Sang-choon

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  7. When Life Gives You Tangerines Season 1 Episode 14 - Spread Your Wings and Fly
    9.0/10(1911 votes)

    S1:E14

    Ae-sun and Gwan-sik grapple with Yang Eun-myeong's misfortune, sacrificing everything they can to help him. But Eun-myeong's self-confidence takes a hit.

    Director:Kim Won-suk
    Writer:Im Sang-choon

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  8. When Life Gives You Tangerines Season 1 Episode 12 - A Glistening Winter
    8.9/10(2119 votes)

    S1:E12

    Back in Jeju, Geum-myeong mends her heart in familiar surroundings. Ae-sun treasures sweet moments with her loved ones.

    Director:Kim Won-suk
    Writer:Im Sang-choon

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  9. When Life Gives You Tangerines Season 1 Episode 5 - A Midsummer Night's Full Nets
    8.8/10(2320 votes)

    S1:E5

    As Gwan-sik struggles to find work, Ae-sun worries for her family — until a lifeline appears. Soon after, Ae-sun sets her ambitions higher in Jeju.

    Director:Kim Won-suk
    Writer:Im Sang-choon

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  10. When Life Gives You Tangerines Season 1 Episode 11 - My Love by My Side
    8.8/10(2096 votes)

    S1:E11

    As Geum-myeong's engagement moves toward marriage, her heart fills with doubt — will her first love story find its happy ending like her mother's?

    Director:Kim Won-suk
    Writer:Im Sang-choon

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  11. When Life Gives You Tangerines Season 1 Episode 10 - The Storm Sweeps My Heart, the Love Rocks My Heart
    8.7/10(2051 votes)

    S1:E10

    While Geum-myeong grows closer to her quirky colleague, Ae-sun's troubling dreams stir real concerns. Do they hold any meaning?

    Director:Kim Won-suk
    Writer:Im Sang-choon

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  12. When Life Gives You Tangerines Season 1 Episode 8 - The Moon Wanes, Yet the Young Heart Remains
    8.6/10(2191 votes)

    S1:E8

    When Geum-myeong receives a chance to study in Japan, dreams take flight. Now Ae-sun and Gwan-sik must make a tough decision.

    Director:Kim Won-suk
    Writer:Im Sang-choon

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  13. When Life Gives You Tangerines Season 1 Episode 2 - Sassy First Love
    8.5/10(2639 votes)

    S1:E2

    As love blossoms between Ae-sun and Gwan-sik, they make their first bold move together. But their romantic adventure hits a snag.

    Director:Kim Won-suk
    Writer:Im Sang-choon

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  14. When Life Gives You Tangerines Season 1 Episode 1 - Spring in a Heartbeat
    8.4/10(3137 votes)

    S1:E1

    Raised by a tenacious mother, a young, bright-eyed Ae-sun has dreams bigger than her village — until an unexpected tragedy changes everything.

    Director:Kim Won-suk
    Writer:Im Sang-choon

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  15. When Life Gives You Tangerines Season 1 Episode 9 - The Wind Goes Whoosh, My Heart Goes Boo-Hoo
    8.3/10(2041 votes)

    S1:E9

    Life in a small apartment tests Ae-sun and Gwan-sik as they struggle to parent Yang Eun-myeong. Meanwhile, Geum-myeong juggles love and life in Seoul.

    Director:Kim Won-suk
    Writer:Im Sang-choon

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  16. When Life Gives You Tangerines Season 1 Episode 7 - A Fruitful Fall
    8.1/10(3195 votes)

    S1:E7

    As the village chief election approaches, Ae-sun faces corrupt opposition. Geum-myeong receives an unusual request that tests her morals.

    Director:Kim Won-suk
    Writer:Im Sang-choon

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Season 1 Ratings Summary

"Here's to All You've Been Through" is the best rated episode of When Life Gives You Tangerines season 1. It scored 9.6/10 from 3,259 votes. Directed by Kim Won-suk and written by Im Sang-choon, it aired on March 28, 2025. This episode is rated 0.3 points higher than the second-best, "Life Goes on and On".