Nine Upcoming Korean Dramas You Should Not Miss This 2024

The year 2024 is about to be an exciting one for K-drama fans! From the return of the thrilling series “Sweet Home” for its third season to the reunion drama of “Uncontrollably Fond” stars Bae Suzy and Kim Woo-bin, the roster of K-dramas ushering in the year will surely give you all the feels.

To help you curate your K-drama watchlist, we’ve scoured the internet to find some of the top upcoming shows you should not miss in 2024. Read on and check out our list!

‘A Shop for Killers’

This mysterious action drama will have you unleashing your inner Sherlock! Starring “Goblin” star Lee Dong-wook and “Kingdom” actress Kim Hye-jun, “A Shop for Killers” tells the story of an orphaned girl, played by Hye-jun. She was taken in by her uncle, played by Dong-wook, who runs an eerie shopping mall. After entering college, she learns of her uncle’s death, leading her to discover the dark mysteries hiding behind the mall while recalling the bizarre memories she shared with the man.

“A Shop for Killers” premieres on Jan. 17 via Disney+.

When: Jan. 17

‘The Bequeathed'

Ready for a spine-chilling show? You should watch out for this one! “The Bequeathed” is a suspense drama, which tells the story of a woman who inherits a burial ground after the death of her estranged uncle. She then faces a series of horrific events and murders, unveiling a dark secret behind the land and people related to it.

The series comes from the creators of hair-raising dramas “Hellbound” and “Train to Busan,” so expect scenes that are full of chills and thrills. Watch “The Bequeathed” via Netflix soon.

When: Jan. 19

‘Flex X Cop'

Promising jam-packed action, hilarious scenarios, and a chaotic romance, “Flex X Cop” is sure to excite K-Drama fans! It stars “Yumi’s Cells” actors Ahn Bo-hyun and Park Ji-hyun. In the drama, Bo-hyun plays Jin Yi-soo, who comes from a rich family and becomes a detective who uses his wealth to catch criminals.

He eventually partners up with veteran detective Lee Kang-hyun, played by Ji-hyun, who dislikes him for his cunning ways. The two soon develop a love-hate relationship, all while fighting crimes together. Watch “Flex X Cop” via Disney+ or SBS TV on Jan. 26!

When: Jan. 26

‘Doctor Slump'

If you’re looking for a new healing or comfort show, then you should stay tuned to this lighthearted drama! In this show, big stars Park Hyung-sik and Park Shin-hye team up for a story about love, growth, and youth. It follows the tale of two childhood friends who later parted ways and became doctors. After falling into a slump, both of them quit their jobs, eventually meeting again as housemates in a rooftop room.

To know how their romance develops, stream “Doctor Slump” via Netflix or TVing starting Jan. 27!

When: Jan. 27

‘Branding in Seongsu-dong'

The “All of Us Are Dead” star, Park Solomon, makes his comeback to the small screen with “Branding in Seongsu-dong." He stars opposite of “Again My Life” lead Kim Ji-eun in this office romance drama, where he plays So Eun-ho, a laid-back intern. He meets his boss Kang Na-eon, played by Ji-eun, a cold-blooded marketing team lead. Their clashing personalities get entangled after sharing an unexpected kiss, which leads to their souls being swapped.

Stream “Branding in Seongsu-dong" via U+ Mobile TV soon to find out what happens next!

When: Feb. 5

‘A Killer Paradox'

Directed by “Strangers from Hell” director Lee Chang-hee, “A Killer Paradox” is a comedy-thriller drama that narrates the story of Lee Tang, a not-so-normal college student who unconsciously kills a serial murderer. Later on, he realises that he has a supernatural ability to identify bad people and uses this ability to punish criminals. He is then chased by a persistent detective for his deeds, resulting in a spine-tingling conflict.

The series is available for streaming soon on Netflix, so make sure to keep your eyes peeled!

When: Feb. 9

‘Queen of Tears’

After his spectacular performance on the 2020 drama “It’s Okay to Not Be Okay,” popular actor Kim Soo-hyun is returning to our Netflix screens with “Queen of Tears.” The upcoming drama, written by “My Love From the Star” and “Crash Landing on You” creator Park Ji-Eun, is a must-see as it also stars “Fight for My Way” star Kim Ji-won.

So far, all we know is that Soo-hyun and Ji-won will play the role of a married couple who will face a crisis that will challenge their relationship. The show will premiere on Korean cable network tvN and will be available for streaming on Netflix.

When: March 2024

‘Everything Will Come True’

Probably one of the most exciting K-drama pairs we’ve all swooned for, “Uncontrollably Fond” stars Bae Suzy and Kim Woo-bin are set to reunite in a fantasy drama this year! The two will act together in “Everything Will Come True,” a drama penned by one of South Korea’s most sought-after writers, Kim Eun-sook.

“Everything Will Come True” follows the story of a magical genie, played by Woo-bin, and Ga-young, an ordinary woman who’s bad at expressing her emotions. Ga-young comes across the genie, who grants her three wishes that will lead a magical love story to unfold. There’s no confirmed release date yet, but you can expect the drama to air via Netflix this year.

When: TBA

‘Sweet Home 3’

“Sweet Home” fans won’t have to wait long for the drama’s final season, as the horror-apocalyptic drama is coming back this year! Aside from previous characters reprising their roles, fans can also expect the third season to resolve some of the loose ends from the second installment. This includes the protagonist Cha Hyun-soo's (played by Song Kang) unresolved internal struggles and the reemergence of Lee Eun-hyuk (played by Lee Do-hyun) as part-monster.

Watch “Sweet Home” or tune in to its last season here.

When: Summer 2024