Series synopsis
Love Phobia, also known as 러브 포비아 is a South Korean comedy sci-fi & fantasy television series that premiered on Lifetime on February 19, 2026. It ended on March 13, 2026. It was created by 이세령. It stars Yeon Woo, Kim Hyun-jin, Jo Yoon-seo and Choi Byung-chan.
A VR dating CEO who hates love meets a romance-clueless writer. As they clash between AI-driven passion and analog emotions, a sweet yet messy story of healing and unexpected connection unfolds.
Premise
A VR dating CEO who hates love meets a romance-clueless writer. As they clash between AI-driven passion and analog emotions, a sweet yet messy story of healing and unexpected connection unfolds.
Cast and characters
Leading cast
- Yeon Woo as Kim Bi-ah
- Kim Hyun-jin as Han Seon-ho
- Jo Yoon-seo as Seol Jae-hee
- Choi Byung-chan as Han Baek-ho
- Im Ji-eun as Yang Seon-ae
- Han Gyu-min as Kang San
- Lee Ji-hae as Song Ji-yeong
- Kim Ki-nam as Kim Kyeong-tae
Supporting cast
- Kim So Ha as Sin Yoo-kyeong
- Hwang Ha-jung as Hong Joo-yeon
Guest cast
- Yu-sin as AI - For Me
Episodes
This series spans 1 season with 8 episodes.
| Season | Episodes | First aired | Last aired |
|---|---|---|---|
| Season 1 | 8 | February 19, 2026 | March 13, 2026 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
The One-Hour Woman CEO Yoon Bi-ah hides a strange physical condition that forces her to flee every social interaction after exactly sixty minutes. Her strict routine shatters when she crosses paths with scandalous author Han Seon-ho during a corporate crisis and discovers he might be the exception to her rule. The clock finally stops ticking. |
February 19, 2026 |
| 2 |
The Art Of Blackmail As a stock manipulation scandal rocks It's YOU, Yoon Bi-ah diverts attention by publicly admitting to a dating rumour with Han Seon-ho, though he firmly denies it. Meanwhile, Seon-ho discovers his agency is collateral for a massive loan. Bi-ah finds out about the trouble Seon-ho is in and offers him a deal he can't back out of. |
February 20, 2026 |
| 3 |
A Contract For Your Soul CEO Yoon Bi-ah buys the likeness of writer Han Seon-ho to create a perfect Al lover. While their fake romance fuels a public scandal, a mysterious connection begins to heal her hidden trauma. Reality and simulation are starting to blur. |
February 26, 2026 |
Production
Release
| Original network/platform | Lifetime |
|---|---|
| First aired | February 19, 2026 |
| Last aired | March 13, 2026 |
| Status | ended |