Get ready to binge-watch the hottest K-dramas of September! From thrilling mysteries to heartwarming romances, this month’s lineup has something for every K-drama fan. Add these must-watch shows to your list and prepare the popcorn.
Seoul Busters
Premiere Date: September 11 / Disney+
Starring: Kim Dong-Wook, Park Ji-Hwan, Seo Hyun-Woo
This K-drama centres on the country’s most underperforming police squad, notorious for their dismal arrest record. Everything changes when a top detective from the elite Violent Crime Team is unexpectedly assigned to lead them.
The series blends crime-solving with comedic moments as this unlikely team faces challenges and tackles complex cases, all while navigating the hilarious dynamics of their new leader’s influence.
The Judge from Hell
Premiere Date: September 21 / Disney+
Starring: Park Shin-Hye, Kim Jae-Young
This fantasy drama follows the intense partnership between Kang Bit-Na, a ruthless, power-hungry judge with a dark side, and Han Do-An, a compassionate detective known for his sharp mind and kind heart. Kang Bit-Na acts as a demon on Earth, delivering harsh justice by punishing wrongdoers and condemning them to hell.
Together, this fire-and-ice duo navigates the complexities of law and morality, combining their contrasting approaches to serve justice in a thrilling blend of mystery and supernatural intrigue.
To My Haeri
Premiere Date: September 23 / ENA
Starring: Shin Hae-Sun, Lee Jin-Uk
Joo Eun-Ho, a seasoned announcer with 14 years of experience, who struggles to gain the public recognition she desires. To cope with her emotional turmoil, she adopts a second persona, Joo Hye-Ri, a lively parking attendant who allows her to escape her frustrations.
Meanwhile, her former boyfriend, Jung Hyeon-O, has quickly risen to fame as a star announcer, but beneath his success lies a deep, hidden anguish. As their paths cross, both must confront their inner struggles and unresolved past.
Dog Knows Everything
Premiere Date: September 25 / KBS2
Starring: Lee Soon-Jae, Kim Yong-Keon, Ye Soo-Jung
In the new comedy series, Dog Knows Everything, veteran actor Lee Soon-Jae (playing a fictionalized version of himself) faces public backlash after being labelled a bully following an on-set incident.
Seeking refuge from the scandal, he retreats to Geoje Island. There, he encounters Sophie, a former police dog whose barking mysteriously transforms into human speech—audible only to him.
Together, this unlikely duo embarks on solving neighbourhood mysteries, blending humour with heartwarming moments as they navigate life on the island.
What Comes After Love
Premiere Date: September 27 / Amazon Prime
Starring: Lee Seyoung, Kentaro Sakaguchi
In the romantic melodrama What Comes After Love, Korean actress Lee Se-Young and Japanese actor Kentaro Sakaguchi portray a cross-cultural love story marked by emotional depth and personal growth.
Lee plays Hong, a Korean woman studying in Japan, who falls in love with Jungo (Sakaguchi). Despite their deep connection, differing views on love and practical challenges lead to their breakup.
Five years later, they reunite in Korea, confronting their past and the possibility of rekindling their romance. This drama is based on the 2005 novel co-written by Kong Ji-Young and Hitonari Tsuji.
Gyeongseong Creature Season 2
Premiere Date: September 27 / Netflix
Starring: Han So-Hee, Park Seo-Joon
Han So-hee and Park Seo-Joon are back for the highly anticipated second season of the Netflix period monster series Gyeongseong Creature. Following the gripping events of 1945, the story jumps forward nearly 80 years, introducing new characters and a fresh tone that promises to captivate viewers once again.
In this season, Han So-Hee reprises her role as Yoon Chae-Ok, a feisty “people finder” who has mysteriously maintained her youthful appearance since 1945. The plot thickens with Park Seo-Joon now playing Ho-jae, a character who eerily resembles Jang Tae-Sang, the man Chae-Ok once fought alongside.
As the series transitions to the present day, fans can expect new stylistic changes and a storyline that builds on the suspense and action of the first season.
Iron Family
Premiere Date: September 28 / KBS2
Starring: Kim Jung-Hyun, Kim Sae-Rok
In Iron Family, a highly anticipated weekend drama Keum Sae-Rok plays Lee Da-Rim, a resilient woman who hails from a family that has run the Cheongryeom Laundry for three generations.
Eight years after their university days, Da-Rim reunites with Seo Kang-Joo, played by Kim Jung-Hyun, the heir to the wealthiest family in town. As they reconnect, old feelings resurface, but the journey ahead is fraught with challenges.
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