Amazing Saturday (2018)
The beloved Korean variety show where celebrities race to decode tricky song lyrics — with delicious regional food on the line.
Amazing Saturday - Series Information
- Original Title: 놀라운 토요일
- First Air Year: 2018
- Created by: Lee Tae-kyeong
- Type: TV Series
- Genres: Comedy, Reality
- Episode Runtime: Average runtime per episode (75 minutes)
- Number of Seasons: 1
- Number of Episodes: 420
- Status: Returning Series
- Original Language: Korean
- Spoken Languages: Korean
- First Air Date: April 7, 2018 (South Korea - 15)
- Networks: tvN
- Alternative Titles: 놀라운토요일 (KR), Amazing Saturday (US)
- Production Companies: CJ ENM
- Production Countries: South Korea
Amazing Saturday - Plot
A group of hungry celebrities listen to poppin' tunes, from recent hits to all-time-favorites, to correctly dictate a part of the lyrics. The songs may sound familiar, but the part they must dictate are unclear to the naked ear, as the lyrics are slurred, muffled by strong beats, etc. If they get the lyrics right, they get to share exquisite regional dishes. But if they get them wrong, a professional eater gobbles it up instead.
Amazing Saturday - Trailer
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Amazing Saturday - Cast & Crew
Creator(s)
- Lee Tae-kyeong
Main Cast
- Shin Dong-yup
- Park Na-rae
- Kim Dong-hyun
- Lee Min-ho
- Moon Se-yoon
- Key
- Hanhae
- Taeyeon
- Nucksal
- Pyo Ji-hoon
Amazing Saturday - FAQs
What is Amazing Saturday about?
Amazing Saturday is a Korean variety show where celebrity panelists listen to popular songs and attempt to transcribe tricky, hard-to-hear lyrics. If they succeed, they earn mouthwatering regional dishes as a reward; if they fail, a professional competitive eater devours the food instead.
Where can you watch Amazing Saturday online?
Amazing Saturday airs on tvN in South Korea. International viewers can check JustWatch for current streaming availability in their region, as licensing varies by country. Episodes have also been available on platforms such as Viki and Wavve for select markets.
Who are the main cast members of Amazing Saturday?
The show features a rotating ensemble of Korean celebrities. Regular panelists have included Shin Dong-yup, Park Na-rae, Kim Dong-hyun, Lee Min-ho, Moon Se-yoon, Key, Hanhae, Taeyeon, Nucksal, and Pyo Ji-hoon, among many other guest appearances over the years.
Is Amazing Saturday still airing or has it ended?
Amazing Saturday is still a returning series and remains in production. It has been airing on tvN since April 2018 and continues to broadcast new episodes, making it one of the longest-running variety programs on Korean cable television with over 420 episodes.
When did Amazing Saturday first premiere?
Amazing Saturday premiered on April 7, 2018, on the South Korean cable channel tvN. The show quickly gained popularity for its unique blend of music, food, and comedy, and has continued to attract strong viewership well into the 2020s.
How many episodes does Amazing Saturday have?
Amazing Saturday has aired over 420 episodes across its main run, plus 4 special episodes. Each episode runs approximately 75 minutes. Its remarkable episode count reflects the show's sustained popularity and longevity as one of tvN's flagship variety programs.
What makes Amazing Saturday unique among variety shows?
Amazing Saturday stands out by combining K-pop music, food culture, and comedy in a single format. The challenge of deciphering deliberately obscured song lyrics — slurred words, heavy beats, fast delivery — keeps both celebrities and viewers genuinely engaged, while the food stakes add real competitive tension.
Who created Amazing Saturday?
Amazing Saturday was created by Lee Tae-kyeong and is produced by CJ ENM for the tvN network. The show's inventive format, which blends music recognition challenges with food rewards, has helped it maintain a loyal audience across more than seven years of continuous broadcast.
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