Series synopsis
Thumping Spike, also known as 두근두근 스파이크 is a South Korean drama comedy television series that premiered on Sohu Video on February 20, 2016. It ended on December 24, 2016. It stars Lee Won-keun, Song Jae-rim, Hwang Seung-eon and Kim So-eun.
A volleyball coach and his players aim for success during which they develop stronger bond and friendship for each other as well as teamwork. This youthful story shows sportsmanship and heart thumping romance.
Premise
A volleyball coach and his players aim for success during which they develop stronger bond and friendship for each other as well as teamwork. This youthful story shows sportsmanship and heart thumping romance.
Cast and characters
Leading cast
- Lee Won-keun as Dong Hae-sung
- Song Jae-rim as Hwang Jae-woong
- Hwang Seung-eon as Kang Se-ra
- Kim So-eun as Han Da-woon / Han Ah-reum
- Lee Tae-hwan as Baek Woo-jin
- Sun Woong as Go Yi-ra
- Shin Hyun-soo as Lee Han-sol
- Kang Hui as Park Hyun-sung
Supporting cast
- Bae Jin-woong as Pyo Jin-ha
- Seo Ye-hwa as Kim Mi-jin
- Kwon Do-kyun as Do Gyoon
Episodes
This series spans 2 seasons with 40 episodes.
| Season | Episodes | First aired | Last aired |
|---|---|---|---|
| Season 1 | 20 | February 20, 2016 | April 24, 2016 |
| Season 2 | 20 | September 24, 2016 | December 24, 2016 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Episode 1 "Volleyball Goddess" Kang Se Ra finds herself in a fierce battle over a stuffed bear with carnival employee Hwang Jae Woong. |
February 20, 2016 |
| 2 |
Episode 2 In order to escape assault charges, Se Ra must coach a high school volleyball team. The team's star player? Her nemesis, Jae Woong. |
February 21, 2016 |
| 3 |
Episode 3 Se Ra gets back on the court as she and Jae Woong set up a bet, her coaching position on the line. |
February 27, 2016 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Episode 1 On Han Da Woon's first day of college, she bumps into the captain of the volleyball team and falls for him instantly. In the meantime, a professional volleyball player who is also a freshman notices Da Woon registering for classes, and tries to match schedules with her. |
September 24, 2016 |
| 2 |
Episode 2 Volleyball Team Captain Go Yi Ra tries to recruit Dong Hae Sung, and is brutally unsuccesful. But Han Da Woon might be his ticket to success with this mission. |
September 24, 2016 |
| 3 |
Episode 3 Go Yi Ra is using Da Woon to get to Hae Sung, without realizing her crush on him. Hae Sung is caught in the middle and amused, but may be falling for Da Woon. |
October 1, 2016 |
Production
Release
| Original network/platform | Sohu Video |
|---|---|
| First aired | February 20, 2016 |
| Last aired | December 24, 2016 |
| Runtime | 15 minutes |
| Status | ended |