Get ready to watch thrilling new Korean dramas and films this May 2025! These upcoming releases will bring you various stories, from heart-fluttering romance to pulse-pounding mystery and action. Discover the most anticipated titles and add them to your watch list!
Must-Watch New Korean Dramas & Films in May 2025
New Korean Dramas
1. “Spring of Youth” (“사계의 봄”)
- Premiere: May 6
- Airs On: Wednesday
- Episodes: 10
- Main Cast: Ha Yun Jun, Park Ji Hu, Lee Seung Hyub
- Genre: Romance, Comedy, Music, Youth
- Where to Watch: Wavve, Viki
Synopsis
“Spring of Youth” kicks off a fresh Korean drama lineup to watch this month! This musical romantic-comedy explores love, growth, and dreams. When Sa Gye, a skilled Kpop guitarist-vocalist and star, is unexpectedly forced into university life, he meets Kim Bom — a gifted musician who chose her passion for music over elite education. Their fateful encounter rekindles Sa Gye’s passion for music, inspiring them to form a band. But tensions rise with the arrival of Seo Tae Yang, a talented guitarist and medical student who challenges Sa Gye both on and off stage.
2. “Second Shot of Love” (“금주를 부탁해”)
- Premiere: May 12
- Airs On: Monday, Tuesday
- Episodes: 12
- Main Cast: Choi Soo Young, Gong Myung, Jo Yoon Hee, Kang Hyung Suk
- Genre: Romance, Comedy
- Where to Watch: tvN
Synopsis
tvN’s new rom-com drama “Second Shot of Love” is one of the exciting Korean dramas to watch this month! The story follows Han Geum Ju, who always considered herself a responsible drinker—until being diagnosed with alcohol addiction forces her to quit. During her sobriety journey, she reunites with Seo Ui Jun, one of her best friends from high school. Once kind, he has become cold and heartless, showing no sympathy for her alcoholism struggles. His strange attitude pushes her to uncover what changed him.
3. “Tastefully Yours” (“당신의 맛”)
- Premiere: May 12
- Airs On: Monday, Tuesday
- Episodes: 10
- Main Cast: Kang Ha Neul, Go Min Si, Kim Shin Rok, Yoo Soo Bin
- Genre: Romance, Comedy, Drama
- Where to Watch: Netflix
Synopsis
Love food and rom-coms? Then “Tastefully Yours” is your must-watch Korean drama in 2025! This fusion of romance and culinary themes features a steamy kitchen romance between Han Beom Woo and Mo Yeon Jo.
Han Beom Woo, a three-star restaurant owner in Seoul, is desperate to find the perfect chef and “taste” to save his business. His quest leads him to Mo Yeon Joo, a taste-obsessed chef running a one-table restaurant in Miraek City, Jeonju. Yeon Joo sets one recruitment condition: Beom Woo must work at her restaurant while she considers his offer. When they run the hole-in-the-wall countryside kitchen, love blossoms between them.
4. “Shark 2: The Storm” (“샤크: 더 스톰”)
- Premiere: May 15
- Airs On: Thursday
- Episode: 6
- Main Cast: Kim Min Seok, Lee Hyun Wook
- Genre: Action, Thriller, Crime, Drama
- Where to Watch: TVING
Synopsis
The upcoming Korean drama “Shark 2: The Storm” is a sequel to “Shark: The Beginning.” The story is the live adaptation of the popular webtoon “Shark” by Woon and Kim Woo Sub. The story follows Cha Woo Sol, a victim of school violence who was imprisoned after gouging out a bully’s eye. This bully had made his life miserable for three years. In the new season, the narrative focuses on Woo Sol’s life after meeting Jung Do Hyun (a martial arts champion in prison) and his life following his release.
5. “Dear Hongrang” (“탄금”)
- Premiere: May 16
- Airs On: Friday
- Episodes: 12
- Main Cast: Lee Jae Wook, Jo Bo Ah, Jung Ga Ram, Uhm Ji Won, Park Bung Eun, Kim Jae Wook,
- Genre: Historical, Romance, Mystery, Melodrama
- Where to Watch: Netflix
Synopsis
The new historical Korean drama “Dear Hongrang” is one of the most anticipated series to watch on Netflix in 2025. The story is based on the popular novel “Tangeum: Swallowing Gold” by Jang Da Hye. Set in the Joseon dynasty, it tells the story of a wealthy merchant’s son who returns home with no memory of his past after being missing for over a decade. Hongrang’s mysterious disappearance and return baffle everyone.
His half-sister Jae Yi, who was once close to him, spends years desperately searching for him. When he finally returns, she begins questioning his true identity. As they reconnect, an unexpected emotional bond forms between them.
6. “Nine Puzzles” (“나인 퍼즐”)
- Premiere: May 21
- Airs On: Wednesday
- Episodes: 11
- Main Cast: Kim Da Mi, Son Suk Ku
- Genre: Thriller, Mystery, Crime
- Where to Watch: Disney+
Synopsis
“Nine Puzzles” is the next gripping mystery thriller Korean drama to watch in 2025. The story follows profiler Yoon Yi Na as she investigates a serial murder case linked to mysterious puzzle pieces. The investigation drags her back to an unsolved case from 10 years ago, where she is the only witness who exists. Detective Kim Han Saem, who investigated the previous case, still suspects her involvement in the last case. Therefore, he keeps a close eye on her.
7. “The Director’s Hater” (“맹감독의 악플러”)
- Premiere: May 23
- Airs On: Friday, Saturday
- Episodes: 2
- Main Cast: Park Sung Woong, Park Sang Hoon
- Genre: Comedy, Life, Drama, Sports
- Where to Watch: MBC
Synopsis
“The Director’s Hater,” also known as “Director Maeng’s Malicious Commenter,” follows Maeng Gong, a coach of the professional basketball team ‘Big Pandas,’ who faces imminent firing after his team’s nears playoff elimination for three consecutive years. His poor performance has earned him a harsh critic and hater. Ko Hwa Jin, a brilliant high school student who can analyze games in seconds, writes malicious comments full of hostility under the alias Maeng Gong Extermination Group. With his career at stake, Maeng Gong makes an unlikely alliance with his most vicious online critic to turn his team’s performance around.
8. “Our Unwritten Seoul” (“미지의 서울”)
- Premiere: May 24
- Airs On: Saturday, Sunday
- Episodes: 12
- Main Cast: Park Bo Young, Park Jin Young, Ru Kyung Soo,
- Genre: Romance, Life
- Where to Watch: tvN, Netflix
Synopsis
Previously known as “Unknown Seoul,” the upcoming Korean drama “Our Unwritten Seoul” follows Yoo Mi Ji and Yoo Mi Rae, identical twins who are different in every way and live separate lives. Yoo Mi Rae, the elder twin, has lived as an elite since her school days and currently works at a public company. On the other hand, Yoo Mi Ji, the youngest twin, was once a promising track and field athlete but ended her career early and now lives a vibrant life. For some undisclosed reason, they switched lives. Lee Ho Su, a lawyer who appears like a flawless noble swan on the outside, never shows his true feelings—until one day, an unexpected encounter makes his heart flutter.
9. “Oh My Gosht Clients” (“노무사 노무진”)
- Premiere: May 30
- Airs On: Friday, Saturday
- Episodes: 10
- Main Cast: Jung Kyung Ho, Seol In Ah, Cha Hak Yeon
- Genre: Law, Comedy, Thriller, Supernatural
- Where to Watch: MBC
Synopsis
“Oh My Ghost Clients” Korean drama follows a labor attorney, Noh Moo Jin, who gains the ability to see ghosts after nearly dying. His sister-in-law, Na Hee Joo—a savvy businesswoman with excellent judgment and fighting skills, helps with his work. He also works with Go Kyun Woo, a video creator (formerly a reporter) who prioritizes “views” over “meaning.”
10. “Good Boy” (“노무사 노무진”)
- Premiere: May 31
- Airs On: Saturday, Sunday
- Episodes: 16
- Main Cast: Park Bo Gum, Kim So Hyun, Oh Jung Se, Lee Sang Yi, Heo Sung Tae, Tae Won Seok,
- Genre: Action, Comedy, Romance, Sports
- Where to Watch: JTBC, Disney+
Synopsis
Another must-watch Korean drama this month is “Good Boy.” The story follows former medal-winning athletes who join a special police team through an Olympic recruitment program. Having competed against opponents in the international arena, they now confront immoral criminals. Dubbed the “Olympic Avengers,” this special team uses their athletic skills to fight violent crimes and injustice.
11. “One High School Heroes” (“원: 하이스쿨 히어로즈”)
- Premiere: TBA
- Airs On: –
- Episodes: 8
- Main Cast: Lee Jung Ha, Kim Do Wan, Lim Hyun Tae
- Genre: Action, Youth, Drama
Synopsis
Adapted from the webtoon “ONE” (원) by Lee Eun Jae, “One High School Heroes” is a school action K-drama about a model student who devoted himself entirely to studying. When he becomes entangled in domestic violence and school bullying, this crisis forces a life-changing decision. The story follows “High School Heroes,” a group formed by main characters who stand against school violence to protect victims.
12. “Conviction” (“단죄”)
- Premiere: TBA
- Airs On: –
- Episodes: 8
- Main Cast: Lee Joo Young, Koo Jun Hoe, Ji Seung Hyun
- Genre: Thriller, Crime
Synopsis
“Conviction” is a revenge drama following Han So Min, an unknown actress whose parents died from a phishing scam. Sustained only by her thirst for vengeance, she infiltrates a voice phishing organization that uses deepfake technology and destroys it from within.
New Korean Films
1. “Lost in starlight” (“이별에 필요한”)
- Premiere: May 30
- Main Cast: Kim Tae Ri, Hong Kyung
- Genre: Romance, Sci-Fi
- Where to Watch: Netflix
Synopsis
“Lost in Starlight,” Netflix’s first original Korean animated film, is set in 2050. It follows the comic love story of Nan Young and Jay, an astronaut-musician couple, who find each other among the stars in what becomes the longest-distance relationship.
2. “Virus” (“바이러스”)
- Premiere: May 7
- Main Cast: Bae Doo Na, Kim Yoon Seok, Chang Ki Ha, Son Suk Ku
- Genre: Romance, Comedy, Mystery, Drama
Synopsis
“Virus” is a Korean film about a deadly breakout where the virus kills victims unless they fall in love within five days. The story follows two virus hosts – a woman and a man who are developing the only cure, which is falling in love.
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