September brings you an exciting lineup of highly anticipated new and returning Korean dramas to your screens! From action comedies that will have you laughing out loud to heartfelt stories that will surely warm your heart, there is something for everyone. Let’s dive in and mark your calendars for the new and returning Korean dramas to watch in September 2024!
New and Returning Korean Dramas to Watch in September 2024
Among new Korean dramas in September 2024, “The Judge From Hell” is the most anticipated to watch, as it marks Park Shin Hye’s return to the screen following her marriage and the birth of her child. Her husband, Choi Tae Joon, also returns this month with a new drama series, “Iron Family.”
Without further ado, let’s check out the new Korean dramas in September 2024 below!
1. “Fragile” (프래자일) | September 9
- Airs On: Monday
- Episodes: –
- Lead Cast: Kim So Hee, Kim Eo Jin, Moon Ji Won
- Where to watch: U+ Mobile TV
Synopsis:
The first new Korean drama to watch in September 2024 is “Fragile.” This new Korean drama depicts the daily lives of “fragile” teenagers and their various problems. The drama highlights the taboos that teenagers face during the last years of their youth before transitioning into adulthood, such as dangerous love and risky aberration that they do in secret.
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2. “Seoul Busters” (강력하진 않지만 매력적인 강력반) | 11 September
- Airs On: Wednesday
- Episodes: 12
- Lead Cast: Kim Dong Wook, Park Ji Hwan, Seo Hyun Woo, Park Se Wan, Lee Seung Woo
- Where to watch: Disney+, Hulu
Synopsis:
The new Korean drama “Seoul Busters” is a comedy crime series. It follows the best elite captain and his detective team as they join forces to become the strongest homicide unit.
The new elite captain of the homicide team at Songwon Police Station, Dongbang Yu Bin, is tall, intelligent, and athletic. He has been offered a permanent position as a professor at a prestigious university abroad.
However, instead of accepting the offer, he returned to Korea and volunteered to become the head of the homicide team at Songwon Police Station. This station has the lowest-performing detective team and the lowest arrest rate in the country.
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3. “Queen Woo” (우씨왕후) | September 12
- Airs On: Thursday
- Episodes: 8 (First four episodes released on August 29.)
- Lead Cast:
- Where to watch: TVING, tvN, Viu
Synopsis:
One of the most anticipated the new Korean drama to watch in September 2024 “Queen Woo” depicts Queen Woo’s struggle as she searches for a new husband and King of Goguryo.
Woo Hui is the queen of Goguryeo. When her husband, King Gogukcheon, dies, she becomes the target of the princes and the five tribes who want to seize her power. To protect her family and tribe, Woo Hui must perform a levirate marriage. To achieve this, she must go outside the palace and fight to find her late husband’s younger brothers and marry the one she deems worthy of the throne. However, Woo Hui must complete her mission within 24 hours.
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4. “The Judge From Hell” (지옥에서 온 판사) | September 21
- Airs On: Friday, Saturday
- Episodes: 14
- Lead Cast: Park Shin Hye, Kim Jae Young
- Where to watch: Disney+, SBS
Synopsis:
The new Korean drama “The Judge From Hell” follows the story of Kang Bit Na, a beautiful elite judge. However, behind her beauty, she is a devil. She has a mission to kill evil people who lead others to death and have no regrets about their actions. Therefore, she sends these criminals to hell.
Han Da On is a detective with sharp thoughts and observations. He also has a friendly and gentle personality. However, behind all that, he hides a pain that no one knows.
One day, Kang Bit Na and Han Da On meet each other, and their lives change drastically.
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5. “Dear Hyeri” (나의 해리에게) | 23 September
- Airs On: Monday, Tuesday
- Episodes: 12
- Lead Cast: Shin Hye Sun, Lee Jin Wook, Kang Hoon, Jo Hye Joo
- Where to watch: ENA, Genie TV
Synopsis:
“Dear Hyeri” follows the love story of Joo Eun Jo and Jung Hyeon O.
With 14 years of experience, announcer Joo Eun Ho struggles to get a chance to be known by the public. Due to a deep wound in her heart, she has another personality, Joo Hye Ri, who is very positive and works as a parking attendant.
Jung Hyeon O and Joo Eun Ho used to date for a long time but decided to break up. Hyeon O is the public’s favorite announcer. She became a famous announcer as soon as he joined the broadcasting station. However, he carries a hidden wound he has never shown. But somehow, Joo Eun Ho and Jung Hyeon O reconnect and heal each other’s wounds.
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6. “Dog Knows Everything” (개소리) | September 25
- Airs On: Wednesday, Thursday
- Episodes: 12
- Lead Cast: Lee Soon Jae, Kim Yong Gun, Im Chae Moo
- Where to watch: KBS2
Synopsis:
“Dog Knows Everything” Korean drama follows a group of best friends in their seventies. Each of them is still pursuing their dreams and enjoying their love lives to the fullest.
Lee Sun Jae is a former superstar but now lives a humble life. Despite facing many challenges, he meets them with humor and wisdom.
Kim Yong Gun is a former superstar turned director. His unique character shines through his witty arguments.
Lim Chae Mu, who dreams of YouTube fame after a successful career in lighting, brings an extra layer of fun to the story.
Together, they show that friendship and adventure never get old and that age is just a number.
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7. “What Comes After Love” (사랑 후에 오는 것들) | September 27
- Airs On: Friday
- Episodes: 6
- Lead Cast: Lee Se Young, Sakaguchi Kentaro, Hong Jong Hyun, Lee Bo Ram
- Where to watch: Amazon Prime, COUPANG TV, Viu
Synopsis:
The new Korean drama “What Comes After Love” follows the heartwarming love story of Choi Hong and Aoki Jungo.
Choi Hong once studied in Japan. While living there, she met a man named Aoki Jungo, and they immediately fell in love. However, they decided to separate due to their different views on love and practical challenges. Unexpectedly, five years later, Hong and Jungo meet again in Korea.
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8. “Gyeongseong Creature 2” 경성크리처 시즌2 | September 27
- Airs On: Friday
- Episodes: 7
- Lead Cast: Park Seo Joon, Han So Hee
- Where to watch: Netflix
Synopsis:
Korean drama “Gyeongseong Creature” Season 2 continues its story from the turbulent spring of 1945 to the bustling streets of Seoul today. With an intriguing backdrop of a terrifying creature born from human greed, the second season further entangles the fates of Jang Tae Sang and Yoon Chae Ok.
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9. “Iron family” (다리미 패밀리) | September 28
- Airs On: Saturday, Sunday
- Episodes: 36
- Lead Cast: Kim Jung Hyun, Geum Sae Rok, Choi Tae Joon, Yang Hye Ji
- Where to watch: KBS2
Synopsis:
The new Korean drama “Iron Family” on KBS2 follows the love story of Lee Da Rim and Seo Kang Joo.
Lee Da Rim’s family has run the Cheongryeom Laundry business for three generations. Her family earns enough money to fulfill their dreams without worrying about financial issues.
Seo Kang Joon comes from the richest family in the Cheongryeo neighborhood and is a senior director at Jiseung Group.
Seo Kang Joo and Lee Da Rim attended the same university. However, before enlisting in the military, he had an unforgettable experience with Lee Da Rim. After eight years, Seo Kang Joo reunites with her.
Since her teenage years, Lee Da Rim’s eyesight has been declining. She completely lost her vision by the age of 30. Nevertheless, she hopes to regain her eyesight through a very expensive injection.
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That’s a wrap! So, which Korean drama in September 2024 made it to your watchlist? Please share with us in the comments!
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