XO, Kitty
XO, Kitty
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XO, Kitty

"Time for some more Seoul searching."

8.1
Yr 2023
Status Returning Series
Comedy Drama
Your Verdict
Unrated

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Overview

Teen matchmaker Kitty Song Covey thinks she knows everything there is to know about love. But when she moves halfway across the world to reunite with her long-distance boyfriend, she'll soon realise that relationships are a lot more complicated when it's your heart on the line.

Critical Reception

What critics are saying

Score 70 /100

Critics generally received XO, Kitty as a frothy, upbeat, and charming expansion of the To All the Boys franchise. Reviewers highlighted Anna Cathcart's spunky and earnest performance as a key anchor for the series, keeping the comedy grounded amidst chaotic romantic developments. The show's vibrant Seoul setting earned consistent praise, with critics celebrating the production as a thoughtful and affectionate homage to Korean culture, food, and pop music.

The series' tangled romantic web and ensemble dynamics offered engaging twists on traditional teen drama tropes, keeping audiences guessing about Kitty's ultimate romantic destination. However, critical consensus was tempered by complaints regarding predictable melodrama, thin stakes, and occasionally rushed or contrived mystery subplots. While harsher reviews found the setup cloying and lacking depth, most critics considered it an entertaining, lighthearted coming-of-age romp that successfully satisfies its target demographic.

“The pleasure of this one is in not knowing who ought to end up with whom, in sighing over the whole tangled web of possibilities stretched out before its characters.”

“XO, Kitty is still a beautiful love letter to Korea, as language, culture, food, and music are all incorporated with care.”

“Frothy and sweet, this spin-off doesn't require too much attention from its young viewers but will certainly inspire some serious wanderlust.”

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Where to Watch

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Why fans love it

Anna Cathcart leads this drama as a teenager testing the limits of her own expertise in romance. Moving to a new country to bridge a geographic gap between her and a boyfriend sounds straightforward on paper, but the show finds its rhythm in the messy reality of living as an international student.

It leans into the hilarity of high school life while exploring the vulnerability of first loves. The pacing keeps the tone light and charming, balancing personal growth with complex social dynamics. By putting an matchmaker in the middle of a campus environment, the series treats the complications of attraction and identity with a balance of humor and genuine heart.

Featured Players

Cast

Credited 50
Regulars 6
Longest run 17 eps
Anna Cathcart
Anna Cathcart
as Katherine 'Kitty' Song Covey
Choi Min-yeong
Choi Min-yeong
as Dae-heon 'Dae' Kim
Gia Kim
Gia Kim
as Yuri Han
Sang Heon Lee
Sang Heon Lee
as Min-ho Moon
Anthony Keyvan
Anthony Keyvan
as Quincy 'Q' Shabazian
Regan Aliyah
Regan Aliyah
as Juliana Porter
Peter Thurnwald
Peter Thurnwald
as Alex Finnerty Lee
Philippe Lee
Philippe Lee
as Mr. Moon
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Audrey Huynh as Stella 8 episodes Sule Thelwell as Marius Jocelyn Shelfo as Madison 16 episodes Yunjin Kim as Jina 9 episodes Sarayu Blue as Trina 1 episode John Corbett as Dan Covey 2 episodes Jenny Han as Check-In Lady 1 episode Michael K. Lee as Professor Lee 13 episodes Han Chae-young as Dami 2 episodes Ok Taec-yeon as Ocean Park 1 episode Théo Augier as Florian 8 episodes Lee Sung-wook as Mr. Kim 9 episodes Lee Hyeong-cheol as Mr. Han 4 episodes Sunny Oh as Mihee 16 episodes Ryu Hanbi as Eunice 17 episodes Dong Hyo-hee as Financial Aid Counselor 4 episodes Tobias J. Yang as Altan 4 episodes Go Do-yeon as Bora 3 episodes Young Joo Ha as Ha-Jung 2 episodes Aaron Chan Meinero as Blake 3 episodes Park Chae-rin as Lulu 1 episode Lee Jeong-han as Geon 3 episodes Paul Battle as Mr. Miller 1 episode Sascha Rothchild as Mrs. Miller 1 episode Alexander Morel as Jock 1 episode Jung Yun-ha as Receptionist 1 episode Ae Yon Han as Grandma 2 episodes Sasha Bhasin as Praveena Bhakti 7 episodes Joshua Hyunho Lee as Jin Lee 6 episodes Shin Hojo as Jiwon Ahn Jeong Hye-seon as Soon Ja 3 episodes Noah Centineo as Peter Kavinsky 1 episode Han Seon Chang as Philip 1 episode Hyeong Joo Lee as Ha-jung 1 episode Peniel Shin as Joon Ho 1 episode Janel Parrish as Margot Song Covey 1 episode Rosy as Eun Ji 1 episode Yoo Ran KC as Clerk 1 episode Lana Condor as Lara Jean Song Covey 3 episodes Lee Ahin as Soojin 1 episode Chelsea Griffin Appiah as English Teacher 7 episodes Micah Lussier as Student 6 episodes
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Keywords

based on novel or book high school romcom romance spin off high school student first love lgbt study abroad gay theme korean international student seoul, south korea campus romance charming hilarious amused teenager baffled embarrassed loving
Technical Sheet

Details

First Aired
May 18, 2023
Status
Returning Series
Origin
US
TMDB Votes
697