Start-Up: Season 1
Start-Up season 1 is available in the US on Netflix and Amazon Video.
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Start-Up season 1 streaming guide
Start-Up season 1 (2020) has 16 episodes. In the US, it’s available on Netflix and Amazon Video. The season premiered on October 17, 2020. The last episode aired on December 6, 2020.
Young entrepreneurs aspiring to launch virtual dreams into reality compete for success and love in the cutthroat world of Korea's high-tech industry.
Season 1 Episodes
The spring Seo Dal-mi lost everything, Nam Do-san's letters kept her company. Fifteen years later, she needs him by her side to prove Won In-jae wrong.
To preserve Dal-mi's past and to support her future, Choi Won-deok asks Han Ji-pyeong to pull off an impossible task.
Ji-pyeong scrambles to transform Do-san into the man of Dal-mi's dreams. A rude awakening prompts In-jae to close one door and open another.
Despite differing pasts, Dal-mi and In-jae fight for their dreams at the same starting line. Ji-pyeong sets out to protect Dal-mi and help Do-san.
Dal-mi and In-jae present their teams' ideas on the hackathon stage. A story about Dal-mi's upbringing moves Ji-pyeong to fight for her success.
In-jae uses lessons from her father and stepfather to her advantage. A clash over company shares tests Dal-mi, who turns to Ji-pyeong for advice.
Grappling with his feelings for Dal-mi, Ji-pyeong avoids her. Do-san's knowledge of Won-deok's condition inspires a business idea for Samsan Tech.
Devastating news gives Dal-mi another reason to make the app a success. Won Du-jeong's plan to teach Do-san and Dal-mi a lesson backfires.
Do-san and Ji-pyeong struggle to bear the weight of their untold truths. Doubts and a mix-up lead Dal-mi to the place where it all started.
Ji-pyeong gives Dal-mi long-awaited answers and a confession. Seeking success on his own terms, Do-san considers a golden opportunity.
Kim Yong-san forces Ji-pyeong to reflect on his past remarks. In-jae and Dal-mi's companies showcase rivaling programs using the same technology.
Alex Kwon shows his true colors, proving Ji-pyeong right and fulfilling Samsan Tech's worst fears. Do-san tells Ji-pyeong about Won-deok's health.
Dal-mi and In-jae's self-driving car is hit by a ransomware attack. Samsan Tech founders return after a successful three-year stint in San Francisco.
Tasked with recruiting top developers into her company, Dal-mi pitches her idea at Samsan Tech. Do-san gets away to clear his head.
Jung Sa-ha and Lee Chul-san begin dating in secret. A boozy, heartfelt conversation with Do-san helps Ji-pyeong make a decision about Dal-mi.
Do-san and Dal-mi envision new goals for their future. Ji-pyeong finds a way to pay forward his gratitude for Won-deok. In-jae returns to her roots.
In the US, Start-Up season 1 is available on Netflix and Amazon Video. This episode list is updated as new episodes air.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch Start-Up season 1?
Start-Up season 1 is available in the US on Netflix and Amazon Video. The episode list and Watch links are on this page.
How many episodes does Start-Up season 1 have?
Start-Up season 1 has 16 episodes; the first episode aired on October 17, 2020.
Where can I watch Start-Up season 1 episode 1?
Start-Up season 1 episode 1 (“START-UP”) is available in the US on Netflix and Amazon Video, along with the rest of the season.
When did Start-Up season 1 come out?
Start-Up season 1 premiered on October 17, 2020.
What audio and subtitle options does Start-Up season 1 have?
Audio and subtitle options for Start-Up season 1 depend on the platform; US streaming services usually offer English closed captions (CC).
