The new 16-episode series follows a young job-seeker named Lee Mi-jin, played by Jung Eun-ji. She spent 8 years trying to pass the civil service exam and only got part-time jobs. However, an incident causes her to age into a 50-year-old named Im Sun in the day and rejuvenate back into her 20s in the night.
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Director
Lee Hyung-min
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Writer
Park Ji-ha
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Cast
Lee Jung-eun, Jung Eun-ji, Choi Jin-hyuk, Baek Seo-hoo
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How Many Episodes Does Miss Night and Day Have?
16
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Native Title
낮과 밤이 다른 그녀
Lee Hyung-min is a series director known for popular works such as Winter Sonata, I’m Sorry, I Love You, Chocolate, Strong Woman Do Bong Soon and others. Good Casting fame Park Ji-han screenwrites for the drama as well.
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Miss Night and Day Episode 16 Recap
The episode 16 starts off with Mi-Jin’s parents discovering their daughter changing into Lim Soon when day arrives. Mi-Jin’s mother feels overwhelmed seeing her daughter live the life of her late beloved sister. Then, the scene cuts to Ji-Ung hearing that Mi-Jin has come to the court to testify against Geum-Hwa. This makes him wonder how she has arrived during the daytime when she supposedly should have become Lim Soon.
The scene cuts to Lim Soon, aka Mi-Jin, writing down her bucket list as she believes she will never regain her youth during the daytime. From going to the gym to getting life insurance, Mi-Jin ensures she makes use of her daytime as Lim Soon productively. Mi-Jin’s mom sees the list while she’s asleep and feels bad for her daughter, requesting they see a shaman. However, Mi-Jin, in the body of Lim Soon, states she has tried everything. Ga-Yeong takes Lim Soon out to clear her mind.
Mi-Jin decides to study for the civil exam during the night so she can re-enter the police station, regardless of living as Lim Soon during the daytime. She tries to stay away from Ji-Ung, not wanting him to waste his time with her given she becomes an old woman during the day. Ji-Ung also decides to return to Seoul for work so he can let go of Mi-Jin. One night, Mi-Jin meets Lim Soon, who tells her it is time to leave. Mi-Jin wakes up from her dream and prepares for the day.
The scene cuts to the courtroom, where Ji-Ung wonders how Mi-Jin has come to testify against Geum-Hwa. The viewers then learn that Lim Soon’s soul has left Mi-Jin, allowing her to testify. Geum-Hwa is sentenced to death, bringing peace to all. Mi-Jin pursues her civil exams and aces them. Ga-Yeong gets engaged to Byung-Duk, who moves into Ji-Ung’s place as he has left for Seoul. Ko Won returns to his music career and reminisces about the days he spent with Lim Soon, knowing it was Mi-Jin and cherishing the moments shared with her.
After a few months, Ji-Ung is seen working tirelessly at the Seoul department. His co-worker asks him during lunch to relax, but as expected, Ji-Ung insists on working hard. His co-worker then mentions a new recruit who excels in her work, and we see Mi-Jin enter the station. Ji-Ung and Mi-Jin stare at each other in awe but pretend like they don’t know each other. When Ji-Ung’s co-worker tries to hit on Mi-Jin, she cleverly evades him, making Ji-Ung happy.
Ji-Ung then takes a private moment to ask Mi-Jin out, only to get pricked by the cactus he gifted her. Out at the park, Ji-Ung and Mi-Jin confess their feelings and share a kiss. As they walk under cherry blossoms, Ji-Ung hears Lim Soon’s voice and sees her, while Mi-Jin doesn’t. He thinks he is hallucinating and they continue to walk. The episode ends with Lim Soon smiling at Ji-Ung and Mi-Jin and winking at the camera towards the viewers.
Miss Night and Day Episode 16 Review
Episode 16 masterfully brings closure to the intricate narrative threads while maintaining the emotional depth that has characterized the series. The revelation of Mi-jin’s transformation into Lim Sun adds a poignant layer to her journey, exploring themes of identity, sacrifice, and familial bonds. The episode skillfully balances moments of tension and tenderness, particularly in the court scenes where Mi-jin, now free from Lim Sun’s spirit, courageously testifies against Geum-hwa. This act of bravery not only signifies Mi-Jin’s growth but also brings long-awaited justice, providing a sense of peace for the characters and viewers alike.
The episode’s concluding scenes are both heartwarming and bittersweet. The reconnection between Mi-jin and Ji-ung in Seoul highlights their enduring bond and mutual resilience. Their romance, rekindled amidst the cherry blossoms, offers a hopeful note, contrasting the earlier moments of loss and separation. The subtle supernatural element, with Ji-ung briefly hearing Lim Sun, adds a touch of mystique and reinforces the theme of lingering connections beyond death. Overall, the episode delivers a satisfying resolution, celebrating the characters’ strength and the power of love and memory in overcoming adversity.
Miss Night and Day is streaming on Netflix.