Series synopsis
Village Survival, the Eight, also known as 미추리 8-1000 is a South Korean reality television series that premiered on SBS on November 16, 2018. It ended on March 22, 2019. It stars Yoo Jae-suk, Im Soo-hyang, Yang Se-hyung and Song Kang.
In an abandoned land where no one lives anymore, 8 entertainers build the ultimate utopia. A new-generation genre of entertainment creation through which we can see unexpected creativity and fierce survival ability of entertainers, solving problems about food, clothing, and shelter, deciding the community village’s fate like job, age, taste, and lifestyle.
Premise
In an abandoned land where no one lives anymore, 8 entertainers build the ultimate utopia. A new-generation genre of entertainment creation through which we can see unexpected creativity and fierce survival ability of entertainers, solving problems about food, clothing, and shelter, deciding the community village’s fate like job, age, taste, and lifestyle.
Cast and characters
Leading cast
- Yoo Jae-suk as Self
- Im Soo-hyang as Self
- Yang Se-hyung as Self
- Song Kang as Self
- Son Dam-bi as Self
- JENNIE as Self
- Kim Sang-ho as Self
- Jang Do-yeon as Self
Supporting cast
- Kang Ki-young as Self
Guest cast
Episodes
This series spans 2 seasons with 12 episodes.
| Season | Episodes | First aired | Last aired |
|---|---|---|---|
| Season 1 | 6 | November 16, 2018 | December 13, 2018 |
| Season 2 | 6 | February 15, 2019 | March 22, 2019 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Episode 1 It’s a beautiful fall day, and everyone gathers in the front of a small village called Michuri. Everyone is under the impression that they are here to experience life in the countryside, but they find out that there is more to the village than meets the eye. Through a video they find out that Michuri is filled with secrets. One in particular being a hidden bundle of cash worth 10,000 dollars. The eight members must find the hints to find the hidden money. |
November 16, 2018 |
| 2 |
Episode 2 The members are divided into Team We're Crazy and Team Like It's Your Last Time to play various games to win hints that will lead them to the 10,000 dollars. Each member tries to deduce from the hint items they got, but some of them have no idea where the hints are pointing. Next morning, they all gather to find out who got the 10,000 dollars, and the result shocks everyone. Stay tuned to see who found the money! |
November 22, 2018 |
| 3 |
Episode 3 The members are gathered at Michuri Village again to start the game to look for the 10,000 dollars. As Se Hyeong lost the chance to obtain the 10,000 dollars last week, he’s become more determined and fiercer to find it. Other members have also gotten cleverer in hiding the hints they found. Who will be the first one to find the clue that leads to the 10,000 dollars? |
November 30, 2018 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Episode 1 The members have returned to Michuri Village once again. This time they are in a quiet village near the sea. Jeon So Min joins the members as a special guest to fill in Jennie’s absence. For the new season, the rules have changed drastically. One member is given 10,000 dollars before the actual shoot. They have already hidden the money within the village. Members can earn hint items as they win games. |
February 15, 2019 |
| 2 | Episode 2 | February 22, 2019 |
| 3 | Episode 3 | March 1, 2019 |
Production
Release
| Original network/platform | SBS |
|---|---|
| First aired | November 16, 2018 |
| Last aired | March 22, 2019 |
| Runtime | 90 minutes |
| Status | ended |