l.u.c.a.: the beginning is a South Korea drama released in 2021 rated 7.3/10 with 12 episodes. This action series has been watched by 12,852 viewers.
Key Details
| Country | |
| Genre | ActionThrillerMysterySci-Fi |
| Year | 2021 |
| Episodes | 12 |
| Duration | 01:15:00 |
| Rating | 7.3/10 |
| Director | Kim Hong Seon |
| Main Cast | Kim Rae Won, Lee Da Hee, Kim Sung Oh |
| Type | Drama |
| Content Rating | 15+ – Teens 15 or older |
Plot & Analysis
Story Overview
“LUCA" is based on Charles Darwin’s proposition that all species of life have descended over time from common ancestors. (LUCA stands for "last universal common ancestor.") Ji Oh, who rarely reveals his emotions to others, has a special power and a secret but doesn't know who he really is. He is chased by mysterious figures while he tries to find answers to numerous questions that surround him. Gu Reum is a detective whose parents disappeared when she was a young child. When she decides on a course of action, she won't change no matter what. Gu Reum chases after the truth behind her parents' disappearance. She meets Ji Oh and her life changes. (Sources: Asianwiki, Soompi)
Critical Reception
l.u.c.a.: the beginning has received very positive reviews with a rating of 7.3/10 based on 4,197 ratings. It is ranked #6,417 in popularity.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the rating of l.u.c.a.: the beginning?
l.u.c.a.: the beginning has a rating of 7.3/10 based on 4,197 ratings.
How many episodes does l.u.c.a.: the beginning have?
l.u.c.a.: the beginning has 12 episodes, each approximately 01:15:00 long.
What genre is l.u.c.a.: the beginning?
l.u.c.a.: the beginning is a Action, Thriller, Mystery, Sci-Fi drama from South Korea.
Who are the main actors in l.u.c.a.: the beginning?
The main cast of l.u.c.a.: the beginning includes Kim Rae Won, Lee Da Hee, Kim Sung Oh.
When was l.u.c.a.: the beginning released?
l.u.c.a.: the beginning was released in 2021 in South Korea.
Data sourced from publicly available entertainment databases. Last updated: April 13, 2026.