Gear up for an exciting lineup of highly anticipated new Korean dramas in June 2025 that will have your heart pounding through their episodes. Whether you are looking forward to the high-octane series “Mercy for None,” the gripping survival series “Squid Game 3,” or the enchanting romance Korean drama “The First Night with the Duke,” these shows promise intriguing storytelling and unforgettable viewing experiences that you won’t want to miss! Let’s explore the must-watch new Korean dramas this June 2025!
Watch New Korean Dramas in June 2025: “Squid Game 3,” “Our Movie”
1. “Mercy for None” (“광장”)
- Premiere: June 6
- Airs On: Friday
- Episodes: 7
- Main Cast: So Ji Sub, Huh Joon Hoo, Ahn Kil Kang, Lee Bum Soo, Gong Myung, Choo Young Woo, Jo Han Chul
- Genre: Action, Mystery, Crime, Drama
- Where to Watch: Netflix
Synopsis
One of the most-awaited new Korean dramas to watch in 2025 is “Mercy for None.” Adapted from the popular crime action webtoon “Plaza Wars,” the upcoming series tells the story of vengeance and redemption of a former gangster, Nam Gi-seok. Having once promised to leave the dark and violent world to protect his brother, he returns 11 years later to uncover the truth behind his brother’s tragic death and to haunt the culprit relentlessly.
This action series marks actor So Ji-sub’s comeback to the action genre after 13 years, promising viewers an impressive performance once again in action scenes. Other notable actors, including Gong Myoung and Choo Young-woo, will also feature in this series, portraying new, darker, and more ambitious roles.
2. “A Woman Who Swallowed the Sun” (“태양을 삼킨 여자”)
- Premiere: June 9, 2025
- Airs On: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
- Episodes: 120
- Main Cast: Jang Shin Yang, Se Ha Joon, Yoon Ah Jung, Oh Chang Seok
- Genre: Thriller, Mystery, Romance, Drama
- Where to Watch: MBC
Synopsis
Baek Seol Hui is a single mother who runs a small restaurant and lives a simple life with her daughter. Her happy and ordinary life changes suddenly when her child becomes a victim of an unexpected case, but suddenly, her status changes to the perpetrator. Seol Hui is determined to find the real perpetrator and take revenge on them.
3. “The First Night with the Duke” (“남주의 첫날밤을 가져버렸다)
- Premiere: June 11, 2025
- Airs On: Wednesday, Thursday
- Episodes: 12
- Main Cast: Seo Hyun, Ok Taec Yeon, Kwon Han Sol, Seo Bum June, Ji Hye Won
- Genre: Historical, Comedy, Romance, Fantasy
- Where to Watch: KBS2, Viki
Synopsis
Based on the web novel of the same name, the romance fantasy Korean drama “The First Night with the Duke” tells the story of a young female university student, K, who is unexpectedly transported into her favorite historical romance novel and finds herself as Cha Seon Chaek, the daughter of a wealthy noble family. She unexpectedly spends a night with the main character of the story, Lee Beon. Their relationship changes the original plot of the novel. Lee Beon, who should have fallen in love with Cho Eun Ae, the main female character, falls in love with Cha Seon Chaek instead.
This upcoming romance fantasy drama marks the second collaboration of 2PM and Girls’ Generation in Korean drama. Previously, Im YoonA and Lee Junho made waves with their romance drama, “King the Land.”
4. “Our Movie” (“우리 영화”)
- Premiere: June 13, 2025
- Airs On: Friday, Saturday
- Episodes: 12
- Main Cast: Namkoong Min, Jeon Yeo Been, Seo Hyeon Woo, Lee Seol,
- Genre: Romance, Melodrama
- Where to Watch: SBS
Synopsis
“Our Movie” is a heartfelt romantic Korean drama that follows the love story of a rising director, Lee Je-ha, and an aspiring actress, Lee Da-eum. Lee Je Ha, who took a five-year hiatus to overcome his fear of failure following his outstanding debut, is set to work on another project. He decides to make a film about someone with a limited life expectancy. He chooses Lee Da Eum, an actress with a rare, incurable disease, as the lead. During the filming, their intense interactions develop into a romantic relationship, adding depth to the film and their personal lives.
5. “Hunter with the Scalpel” (“메스를 든 사냥꾼”)
- Premiere: June 16, 2025
- Airs On: Monday
- Episodes: 16
- Main Cast: Park Ju Hyun, Park Yong Woo, Kang Hoon
- Genre: Thriller, Mystery, Psychological, Crime
- Where to Watch: U+ Mobile TV, Disney+
Synopsis
“Hunter with the Scalpel” is a suspenseful mystery Korean drama that will keep you on the edge of your seat. A forensic pathologist is haunted by her dark past. For years, she believed his father was dead. However, his unexpected return leaves her completely shocked. His reappearance threatens everything she has fought for and loved. She takes brave steps to face him and her past to save her future.
6. “Salon De Holmes” (“살롱 드 홈즈”)
- Premiere: June 16, 2025
- Airs On: Monday, Tuesday
- Episodes: 10
- Main Cast: Lee Si Young, Jung Young Joo, Kim Da Som, Nam Gi Ae
- Genre: Action, Mystery, Comedy
- Where to Watch: ENA
Synopsis
Adapted from a novel, “Salon De Holmes” is an action-comedy mystery that follows four housewives who listen to the stories of neglected cases from victims in their apartment complex. They begin to gather evidence during their daily lives and work together to solve the cases.
7. “I Am a Running Mate” (“러닝메이트”)
- Premiere: June 19, 2025
- Airs On: Thursday
- Episodes: 8
- Main Cast: Yoon Hyun Soo, Lee Jung Sic, Choi Woo Sung, Kim Ji Woo, Hong Hwa Yeon, Lee Bong Joon, Ok Jin Uk, Yoon Do Gun
- Genre: Comedy, Youth, Drama, Political
- Where to Watch:
Synopsis
“I Am a Running Mate” is a coming-of-age Korean drama series that combines comedy, drama, and politics. The directorial debut of writer Han Jin Won (one of the writers of the hit film “Parasite”) follows No Se Hoon, a model male student at school who earns the embarrassing nickname “Erector” after an unfortunate incident on the bus.
When Won Dae, the choir director, approaches him to be his running mate in the upcoming student council election, he immediately agrees to restore his image at school.
Unexpectedly, he becomes Won Dae’s second running mate. His wounded pride leads him to team up with Sang Hyun, a wealthy student known as the school’s social butterfly. The series offers a fresh and engaging perspective on the world of student politics in a school environment, blending youthful ambition, conflict, friendship, and character development.
8. “Head Over Heels” (“견우와 선녀”)
- Premiere: June 23, 2025
- Airs On: Monday, Tuesday
- Episodes: 12
- Main Cast: Cho Yi Hyun, Choo Young Woo, Cha Kang Yoon, Choo Ja Hyun
- Genre: Romance, Fantasy, Supernatural, Drama
- Where to Watch: tvN, Prime Video
Synopsis
The new romance fantasy Korean drama “Head Over Heels” follows Park Seong A is a girl who lives two different lives. During the day, she is a high school student; at night, she transforms into Fairy Cheon Ji, a renowned shaman who advises clients on a wide range of problems.
To hide her real identity, she covers part of her face. One night, Bae Gyeon U and his mother visit Fairy Cheon Ji. Park Seong A falls in love with him at first sight but discovers he is destined to die soon. The next day, Bae Gyeon U appears as a new transfer student in her class. She decides to save him from his fate.
9. “Squid Game Season 3” (“오징어게임 시즌3”)
- Premiere: June 27, 2025
- Airs On: Friday
- Episodes: 6
- Main Cast: Lee Jung Jae, Wi Ha Joon, Lee Byung Hun, Im Si Wan, Kang Ha Neul, Park Gyu Yung, Park Sung Hoon, Lee Jin Wook, Yang Dong Deun, Kang Ae Sim, Jo Yu Ri
- Genre: Action, Thriller, Mystery, Horror
- Where to Watch: Netflix
Synopsis
The final season of Netflix’s “Squid Game” is the most anticipated Korean drama series of June 2025. The story continues from the previous season, delving into a failed rebellion, the death of a friend, a secret betrayal, and more deadly games that test everyone’s resolve.
Gi Hun, Player 456, at his lowest point, is forced to continue the game and make critical choices when faced with overwhelming despair.
While In Ho maintains his role as the Frontman to welcome mysterious VIP guests, his brother Jun Ho persists in his search for the elusive island, both oblivious to the traitor haunting their midst.
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