Yumi’s Cells Season 3 Returns with Kim Go-eun in a Delightfully Grown-Up Romance

The hit TVING Original Series Yumi’s Cells is officially back with its highly-anticipated third season, and fans of Kim Go-eun have every reason to rejoice. Yumi’s Cells Season 3, directed by Lee Sang-yeob and written by Song Jae-jeong and Kim Kyung-ran, shines a spotlight once more on Yumi—the aspiring writer—along with her vibrant and emotional inner world of anthropomorphic cells.

Based on the popular webtoon of the same name, Yumi’s Cells uniquely combines live-action storytelling with charming 3D animated elements, revolutionizing the K-drama format in a way that resonates deeply with audiences. The show cleverly visualizes Yumi’s thoughts and feelings through the mini ‘Cell Town’ inside her mind, keeping the tone playful yet utterly relatable.

Kim Go-eun returns to the role of Yumi, a character she has become synonymous with over the years. Her nuanced performance, capturing everyday joys and romantic dilemmas, continues to strike a chord with viewers. As Yumi steps into her dream career as a writer, she also encounters an unexpected new romance—bringing fresh challenges and excitement to her inner cell village.

Season 3 is expected to highlight the dynamic return of beloved cells like Love Cell, Rational Cell, Emotional Cell, Writer Cell, and Hungry Cell, each contributing to Yumi’s emotional and psychological journey. Kim Go-eun shared, “It’s such a joy and honor to continue portraying Yumi—a role that has grown with me since 2021. I hope viewers will see just how much Yumi—and I—have matured through this season.”

With the original creative team reunited and fresh storytelling promised, Yumi’s Cells Season 3 is set to premiere on TVING in the first half of 2026. The new season teases a rollercoaster of relatable moments, laugh-out-loud humor, and a romance that feels as unpredictable as life itself.