TV series
Agency
Overview
A self-made executive navigates the cutthroat world of advertising, stopping at nothing — no matter how calculating — to become the head of her agency.
Details
- First air date
- 2023-01-07
- Status
- Ended
- Seasons
- 1 season
- Episodes
- 16 episodes
- Genres
- Drama
- Network
- JTBC
- Production
- How Pictures, Drama House, SLL
- Country
- KR
- Original language
- KO
Cast
- Lee Bo-young as Go Ah-in
- Cho Seong-ha as Choi Chang-su
- Son Na-eun as Kang Han-na
- Han Jun-woo as Park Young-woo
- Jeon Hye-jin as Jo Eun-jeong
- Lee Chang-hoon as Han Byeong-su
- Lee Ki-woo as Jung Jae-hoon
- Jeon Kuk-hwan as Kang Guen-cheol
- Song Young-chang as Kang Yong-ho
- Jo Bok-rae as Kang Han-su
- Kim Min-sang as Bae Jeong-hyeon
- Jung Seung-kil as Kim Tae-won
Creators and crew
- Lee Chang-min - Creator
- Song Su-han - Creator
- Lee Chang-min - Director
- Song Su-han - Writer
Episodes
Episode 1: A Swan Incessantly Kicks Its Legs Beneath the Surface
Determined to succeed amid rampant internal politics, Go Ah-in competes for a chance at a promotion. Meanwhile, Jung Jae-hun presents her with an offer.
Episode 2: Think Strategically and Act Crazy
Kang Han-na returns to Korea after cluing in to the path that's laid for her. Ah-in discovers the harsh truth about her job — sending her into a spiral.
Episode 3: When a Lion Begins the Hunt, the Jungle Trembles in Fear
Ah-in's strategic move riles up the staff at the agency. Later, she makes a controversial executive decision — and a risky bet.
Episode 4: Shared Joy Becomes Jealousy, Shared Sorrow Becomes a Weakness
With her job on the line, Ah-in must scramble when a big client faces legal trouble. She later meets Han-na, who begins working at her company.
Episode 5: A Candle Shines Brighter Than the Sun At Night
Cho Eun‑jeong approaches Ah-in after struggling to balance work and family life. As part of a strategic move, Ah-in offers Han-na an enticing proposal.
Episode 6: Make Sure to Listen Even to a Fool
Han-na's first press opportunity doesn't go as planned. Eun‑jeong witnesses Ah-in in a vulnerable moment. Later, Ah-in takes on a challenging PR project.
Episode 7: The Hungry Beast Will Get Fed
Poised to impress her father and prove him wrong, Han-na goes all in on the agency's PR pitch — pitting Ah-in and Choi Chang-su against each other.
Episode 8: Well-Prepared Villains Are Quick to Act
Ah-in discovers the true intention behind the PR project. She and her team scramble to concoct the perfect messaging for their upcoming pitch.
Episode 9: The Ones Who Make Miracles
Ah-in makes a defiant move and showcases her long-awaited presentation to Woowon Group. Han-na attempts to establish her authority at the agency.
Episode 10: The Check Always Comes
Ah-in finds herself in a precarious situation as her personal demons begin to weigh her down. Han-na makes a sudden proposition to Park Yeong-woo.
Episode 11: The Hour Between Dog and Wolf
Chang-su continues his attempts to stir up the company's internal politics — and raise his own stature. Ah-in receives a threat after her latest success.
Episode 12: Forgetting What Was Lost
Han-na shares a tender moment with her father — who gives her some unexpected advice. Ah-in comes face-to-face with a figure from the past.
Episode 13: Only Those You Trust Can Stab You in the Back
Kang Han-su approaches Yeong-woo with an offer. Ah-in lets her guard down and makes kind gestures to her team. Chang-su schemes to take down Ah-in.
Episode 14: The War Only Ends for the Deceased
Chang-su escalates his attacks against Ah-in and Han-na — who later work together when a sudden dilemma arises. Ah-in makes an abrupt career move.
Episode 15: What You Shouldn't Do, and What You Need to Do
An unexpected person steps in to advocate for Ah-in, angering Chang-su. Ah-in offers Han-na guidance on her next steps — no strings attached.
Episode 16: You Must Row the Boat and Move Forward When There Is No Wind
A bombshell revelation puts an unwanted spotlight on Chang-su. Ah-in and Han-na set their final plan into motion to rise to the top of the company.
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