Ever wondered what happens when divorce hinges on pet custody? tvN’s August drama “The Catstody War,” also known as “The Cat Custody War,” explores this modern dilemma through Yoon Doojoon and Kim Seul‑gi’s fierce fight over their rescued cat, Nori. Check out everything about the new tvN O’PENing 2025 Korean drama “The Catstody War” below.
“The Catstody War” (냥육권 전쟁) Korean Drama 2025
“The Catstody War” Synopsis
This drama follows Kim Do-young, Lee Yoo-jin, and their cat, Nori. Kim Do-young and Lee Yoo-jin have been married for five years. When their relationship unravels, an emotional battle begins. They decide to get a divorce.
Their love story might be over, but their fiercest fight has just begun. However, their fight isn’t over property or money. It’s for Nori, a stray cat that they rescued and raised like family after struggling with infertility.
Do-young has always been the primary caregiver. He handles Nori’s vaccinations and health needs. Yoo-jin, though frequently away on business trips, vows to reshape her life for Nori’s well-being.
However, their custody clash cut deeper than legal paperwork. This tug-of-war scrapes raw nerves over who truly cherishes Nori, not about the memories and life they once shared.
집사들의 싸움을 목격한 고양이 노리! 1단계, 부정🙀
— tvN drama (@CJnDrama) August 13, 2025
엄마아빠가 날 두고 싸울 리 없다냥💥
이혼을 앞둔 부부가 같이 키우던 고양이의 양육권을 두고
개싸움을 시작하는 아옹다옹 냥육권 전쟁
tvN X TVING 단편 드라마 큐레이션
<O'PENing(오프닝) 2025 – 냥육권 전쟁> pic.twitter.com/AuvnyDeQBO
“The Catstody War” Cast and Characters
- Kim Seul Gi as Lee Yu Jin
- Yoon Doojoon as Kim Do Young
You can watch beloved actors Yoon Doojoon and Kim Seul Gi reunite after a decade since the 2015 drama “Splash Splash LOVE.” Their tense yet tender chemistry adds a charming new layer to an already heartfelt story.
For everyone wondering about the talented cat playing Nori, that information hasn’t been announced yet. We’ll be sure to update this article as soon as we know!
Why “The Catstody War” Will Win Your Heart
“The Catstody War” offers a fresh view that is particularly relevant nowadays in modern family bonds where pets are often considered family and or fur-children. You can watch how deeply Nori claws into Do-young and Yoo-jin’s hearts, mirroring real struggles when pets’ love outlasts relationships.
Get ready for a drama that balances sharp humor with genuine heart. The dialogue slices through the pain of divorce, revealing the tender, unspoken layers of a love that lingers.
Its blend of wit and raw emotion makes this the perfect weekend watch: a story that is short, meaningful, and deeply relatable.
엄마아빠 그만 싸워라냥! 쉬고 싶다냥!
— tvN drama (@CJnDrama) August 13, 2025
집사들의 싸움에 2단계 분노 발동😾
이혼을 앞둔 부부가 같이 키우던 고양이의 양육권을 두고
개싸움을 시작하는 아옹다옹 냥육권 전쟁
tvN X TVING 단편 드라마 큐레이션
<O'PENing(오프닝) 2025 – 냥육권 전쟁>
8/17 [일] 밤 9:20 방송 | tvN pic.twitter.com/iO4oJ35SUH
What to Expect and How to Watch
“The Catstody War” will premiere on Sunday, August 17, at 9:20 p.m. on tvN. The drama is part of the O’PENing 2025 series featuring original short stories. You can also watch the show on the streaming platform TVING in South Korea.
Directed by Yoo Hak Chan, known for his 2015 hit, “Reply 1988,” and written by Ji Soo-hee, the drama’s eye-catching poster and teaser hint at emotional stakes.
Ready for this custody war? Watch Kim Do-young and Lee Yoo-jin spar over Nori this weekend.
Will this unraveling marriage find new beginnings?
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