Make Me Tingle is the new TVING rom-com everyone in K-drama circles is talking about this month. TVING is a Korean service, and it isn't available in most countries, so fans abroad keep asking the same things: which app has it in my country, when do new episodes drop, and is it worth starting now? This guide answers all of that in one place, spoiler-free.
TL;DR — 3 things to know before you start
- 10 episodes, finale on November 5, 2026. Episodes 1–4 dropped together on Thursday, October 15. Two more arrive every Thursday after that, so the whole series is out within four weeks.
- Outside Korea, look on Viki or HBO Max (Asia). It's a TVING original. Viki carries it internationally, and in the Asia-Pacific markets where HBO Max hosts TVING content, it streams there. Availability differs by country.
- It's a rom-com for adults. The male lead runs an adult-products startup. The tone is light and comedic, but the themes are frank, so it's not one to put on with the kids.
Where to Watch by Region
Official platforms only. Check your country's app before you pay.
| Platform | Where | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| TVING | South Korea | Original home of the series. Episodes go live here first. Needs a Korean TVING subscription. |
| Rakuten Viki | Many regions worldwide | English subtitles. Some episodes may require a Viki Pass, and free access and regional rights vary by country. |
| HBO Max | Asia-Pacific markets | HBO Max hosts TVING titles in 17 Asia-Pacific markets under its partnership with CJ ENM. Search the title in the app. |
| Netflix | Not confirmed | No official listing confirmed as of October 16, 2026. Search your own Netflix app before subscribing. |
Traveling in Korea right now? Overseas streaming accounts follow the rights for the country you're in, so your home Viki or HBO Max library may look different while you're in Seoul. Download episodes before your flight if your plan allows offline viewing.
Episode Schedule
10 episodes. New drops every Thursday.
| Date (Thursday) | Episodes | Status |
|---|---|---|
| October 15, 2026 | Episodes 1–4 | Released (premiere) |
| October 22, 2026 | Episodes 5–6 | Upcoming |
| October 29, 2026 | Episodes 7–8 | Upcoming |
| November 5, 2026 | Episodes 9–10 | Finale |
Release time in your time zone
The premiere went live on TVING at 6 p.m. KST (9 a.m. UTC), and the weekly drops are expected at the same time. That works out to about 5 p.m. in Singapore, Manila and Kuala Lumpur, 4 p.m. in Bangkok and Jakarta, and very early Thursday morning across North America. International platforms can post episodes a little later than TVING.
Cast & Characters
Written by Ahn Sae-bom, directed by Kim Ye-ji.
Nam Ji-hyun as Gong Yeon-su
The eldest daughter of a traditional family and a marketer. She believes in love, but has never quite worked out what it means for her.
Kim Jae-young as Dokgo Dal
CEO of an adult-products startup with no prejudice about love or relationships. Nam Ji-hyun and Kim Jae-young have worked together before, in 100 Days My Prince.
Kang Tae-ju as Yoon Ji-oh
Vice CEO of Dokgo Dal's startup.
Park So-jin as Jin Se-ra
CEO of SR Planning.
Kim Shin-bi as Gong Nam-su
A supporting role in Gong Yeon-su's story.
Before You Press Play
Tips to avoid the usual mistakes with a new K-drama.
✓ Check your app before you subscribe
Streaming rights are sold country by country. Search "Make Me Tingle" in Viki and HBO Max first, and only pay for the one that actually shows it in your region.
✓ Wait a day if you want full subtitles
English subtitles on Viki usually appear fast, but other languages are filled in by volunteers over the following days. If your language isn't ready on Thursday, check back on Friday.
✓ Binge or go weekly
With only 10 episodes and a finale on November 5, you can wait and binge the whole series in one weekend. If you start now, four episodes are already out.
✓ Mind the spoilers on social media
Korean viewers on TVING watch first, so clips and screenshots appear on X and TikTok within hours. Mute the title if you're watching on a delay.
✓ Skip unofficial streaming sites
Pirate sites are full of malware and pop-ups, and they don't support the show. Viki and HBO Max are the official ways to watch outside Korea.
Frequently Asked Questions
Make Me Tingle is a TVING original. In Korea it streams on TVING. Outside Korea, Rakuten Viki lists the series for international viewers, and in the Asia-Pacific markets covered by the HBO Max and TVING partnership, it streams on HBO Max. Which service carries it depends on your country, so search the title in the Viki and HBO Max apps where you live.
Make Me Tingle has 10 episodes. Episodes 1–4 premiered together on Thursday, October 15, 2026. After that, two new episodes are released every Thursday: episodes 5–6 on October 22, episodes 7–8 on October 29, and the final episodes 9–10 on November 5, 2026.
New episodes drop on Thursdays. The premiere went live on TVING at 6 p.m. KST (9 a.m. UTC), and the weekly drops are expected at the same time. That is 5 p.m. in Singapore and Manila, and early Thursday morning in North America. International platforms such as Viki can post episodes and subtitles a little later, so check the app on release day.
Nam Ji-hyun plays Gong Yeon-su, a marketer from a traditional family, and Kim Jae-young plays Dokgo Dal, CEO of an adult-products startup. Supporting cast includes Kang Tae-ju as Yoon Ji-oh, the startup's vice CEO, Park So-jin as Jin Se-ra, CEO of SR Planning, and Kim Shin-bi as Gong Nam-su. The series is written by Ahn Sae-bom and directed by Kim Ye-ji.
It is a romantic comedy. Gong Yeon-su believes in love but has never worked out what it means for her. She meets Dokgo Dal on a blind date, and later the two end up working together on business. He runs an adult-products startup and has no hang-ups about love or intimacy, while she is far more conservative. Their clashing views on relationships drive the story. Expect frank adult themes played for comedy.
Yes. Viki offers English subtitles. Subtitles in other languages may take longer to appear. HBO Max in Asia also offers subtitles, with available languages depending on your market.
As of October 16, 2026, we could not confirm an official Netflix listing. The confirmed homes for the series are TVING in Korea, Viki internationally, and HBO Max in its Asia-Pacific markets. Search the title in your own Netflix app before subscribing. Avoid unofficial streaming sites.
The Bottom Line
Make Me Tingle is a short, 10-episode TVING rom-com that wraps up on November 5, 2026. Outside Korea, watch it on Viki or, in Asia-Pacific, on HBO Max. New episodes arrive in pairs every Thursday around 6 p.m. KST. If the show makes you want to see Seoul for yourself, explore more of Korea beyond the tourist map at innerkorea.com.