Doom at Your Service is a South Korean fantasy romance drama that aired in 2021. The series ran from May 10 to June 29, 2021, with a total of 16 episodes, each about 1 hour and 5 minutes long. It was broadcast on Mondays and Tuesdays and carries a 15+ rating, suitable for teens and adults. The drama blends romance, fantasy, comedy, and emotional drama into a deeply moving story.
📌 Story Overview
The story follows Tak Dong Gyeong, a hardworking web novel editor who has lived a life marked by loss. She lost her parents at a young age and has spent years supporting her family while quietly enduring pain. Just when her life seems stable, everything collapses after she is diagnosed with glioblastoma, a terminal brain cancer.
Crushed by anger, fear, and exhaustion, Dong Gyeong makes a reckless wish during a moment of despair — she wishes for the world to disappear. That wish summons Myeol Mang, a mysterious being who represents doom and destruction. He exists between god and human, neither fully belonging to either world.
⏳ A Dangerous Contract
Myeol Mang offers Dong Gyeong an unusual deal. He can grant her wishes, but every wish comes with consequences. With nothing left to lose, Dong Gyeong agrees to a 100-day contract, choosing to live freely until her time runs out.
As the days pass, their relationship slowly changes. What begins as a cold agreement filled with sarcasm and bitterness transforms into something deeper. Through shared pain, quiet moments, and emotional honesty, love begins to grow — even as fate continues to loom over them.
💔 Love, Fate, and Healing
Beyond the main romance, the drama explores themes of mortality, choice, sacrifice, and healing. It asks difficult questions about whether pain gives life meaning and whether love can exist in the shadow of inevitable loss. Side characters bring additional layers of love triangles, friendships, and personal growth, making the world feel rich and emotional.
🎭 Main Cast Highlights
- Park Bo Young as Tak Dong Gyeong, delivering a heartfelt and vulnerable performance
- Seo In Guk as Myeol Mang, balancing charm, sadness, and quiet intensity
- Lee Soo Hyuk, Kang Tae Oh, and Shin Do Hyun add emotional depth through intertwined relationships and choices
💭 Final Thoughts
Doom at Your Service is not just a fantasy romance — it is a story about facing the end, learning to live fully, and finding love even when time is limited. With strong performances, emotional storytelling, and a bittersweet tone, the drama leaves a lasting impact. It is especially recommended for viewers who enjoy tragic romance, supernatural themes, and emotionally rich narratives.
