Watch out for some seriously exciting Korean dramas heading your way on Disney+! Whether you’re into sweet romances, intriguing sci-fi, or action-packed series, this list has all the flavors you’re craving.
November 8, 2023 - Vigilante
Starring Nam Joo Hyuk, Yoo Ji Tae, Lee Joon Hyuk, and Kim So Jin
“Vigilante” is a thrilling Disney+ Original series based on a webtoon of the same name. It introduces us to Kim Ji Yong, played by the charismatic Nam Joo Hyuk. By day, he’s a model police university student dedicated to upholding the law, but when night falls, he transforms into a secret vigilante. Kim Ji Yong takes matters into his own hands and goes after those bad guys who slip through the cracks of the justice system. It’s a thrilling ride, and you won’t want to miss it!
“Vigilante” premieres with two episodes on November 8 and continues as an eight-part series on Disney+.
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December 2023 - Soundtrack No. 2
Starring Geum Sae Rok and Steven Noh (Noh Sang Hyun)
Building on the success of “Soundtrack #1” featuring Han So Hee and Park Hyung Sik, “Soundtrack #2” emerges as a fresh romantic K-drama. This series rekindles the story of a former couple who unexpectedly cross paths once more. Geum Sae Rok steps into the character of Hyun Seo, a piano tutor forced to abandon her dreams. Noh Sang Hyun, on the other hand, portrays Soo Ho, Hyun Seo’s longtime college sweetheart.
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2024 Upcoming K-Dramas
Dominant Species
Starring Ju Ji Hoon, Han Hyo Joo, Lee Hee Joon, Lee Moo Saeng, and Park Ji Yeon
In a future where people exclusively eat lab-grown cultured meat, “Dominant Species” explores the enigmatic world of BF Group, the powerhouse in the culture meat market. Ju Ji Hoon takes on the role of Woo Chae Woon, a former soldier turned bodyguard, while Han Hyo Joo portrays Yoon Ja Yoo, the founder and CEO of BF Group, at the center of the story.
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The Killer’s Shopping Mall
Starring Lee Dong Wook and Kim Hye Jun
Adapted from Kang Ji Young’s novel, “The Killer’s Shopping Mall” is an action-packed drama that tells the life of a young lady living with her uncle, the owner of a shopping mall, following the loss of her parents. Her world takes a sharp turn when her uncle’s sudden passing reveals surprising truths.
Lee Dong Wook takes on the role of Jung Jin, a respected father figure to his niece, who secretly runs a suspicious shopping mall. Kim Hye Joon portrays Jung Ji An, an orphan who shares a profound bond with her exceptional uncle.
“The Killer’s Shopping Mall” is a spin-off to the 2022 Korean drama “The Killer’s Shopping List” which starred Lee Kwang Soo and Kim Seol Hyun.
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Red Swan
Starring Kim Ha Neul and Rain (Jung Ji Hoon)
“Red Swan” is a captivating K-drama filled with romance and revenge. It follows the life of Wan Soo, a woman who is born into a struggling family but rises to become a world-class golfer and marries the heir of Hwain Group. Kim Ha Neul takes on the role of Wan Soo.
Do Yoon is a graduate of a police academy with exceptional martial arts skills. He embarks on a mission of his own when he joins Hwain Group’s security team, where he’s assigned the crucial task of safeguarding Wan Soo. Rain, a multi-hyphenated artist celebrated both at home and abroad, plays the role of Do Yoon.
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