How far would you go to save the ones you love? An ordinary woman faces this very question when she must make an impossible choice to save her family—one that forces her to walk a dangerous line between right and wrong. The new 2025 Korean drama “Walking on Thin Ice” invites you into a gripping story of risk, survival, and dark secrets. Keep reading to discover why this 2025 Korean drama is capturing hearts and minds.
“Walking on Thin Ice” (“은수 좋은 날”) Korean Drama 2025
Korean drama “Walking on Thin Ice” is a gripping crime thriller that will have you on the edge of your seat.
This story follows Kang Eun Soo, a devoted wife whose life is drawn into the dark criminal underworld out of pure desperation. With a mix of heart-pounding suspense and deep emotional and moral conflicts, this series explores how far a person will go when pushed to their limit.
Starring Lee Young Ae (“Jewel in the Palace,” “Inspector Koo”), Kim Young Kwang (“The Secret Life of My Secretary,” “Trigger”), and Park Yong Woo (“Tracer,” “Hunter with a Scalpel”), this drama series will take you on a story of impossible choices and dangerous secrets.
Storyline
Kang Eun Soo dreams simply of a happy, peaceful family life. She lives an ordinary life with her beloved husband and daughter, and works as a part-time cashier in a supermarket.
But when her husband Park Do Jin falls ill with pancreatic cancer, her world shatters. The medical bills quickly pile up.
One day, she finds a large quantity of illegal drugs worth millions. Her finding forces a heart-wrenching decision. However, instead of calling the police, she makes a life-altering choice by selling them to save her family.
Then, she finds an unexpected partner in crime, Lee Kyung. He is her daughter’s art teacher, bringing charm and danger. On the outside, he looks like the perfect teacher. But he leads a secret life as a high-profile drug dealer for the wealthy elites in Gangnam’s exclusive clubs.
Together, they form a tense and risky alliance. Yet, this partnership constantly fuels the tension between them, forcing them to question where trust ends and betrayal begins. Each move pushes them deeper into a world with no easy way out.
As they navigate the dangerous drug trade, their success draws unwanted attention as a sharp detective is close behind.
Jang Tae Gu leads the narcotics unit in pursuit of the missing drug bag, and he is determined to uncover the truth. This situation creates an intense cat-and-mouse chase with powerful emotional stakes that will keep you guessing until the very end.
“Walking on Thin Ice” Cast and Roles
Lee Young Ae as Kang Eun Soo, a mother drawn into crime to save her family.
Kim Young Kwang as Lee Kyung, Eun Soo’s daughter’s art teacher, and secret dealer.
Park Yong Woo as Jang Tae Gu, a sharp narcotics detective with near-perfect instincts.
Bae Soo Bin as Park Do Jin, Eun Soo’s husband, who is battling cancer.
Kim Shi Ah as Park Su Ah, Eun Soo’s daughter.
Reasons to Watch “Walking on Thin Ice”?
With directors Song Hyun Wook and Park Hyun Suk at the helm and a script by Jeon Young Shin, “Walking on Thin Ice” is poised to offer a masterful blend of suspenseful thrills and intelligent storytelling.
Boasting an intriguing plot, “Walking on Thin Ice” mixes family drama and crime thriller elements. It offers layers of moral dilemmas and the grittiness of the illegal drug world.
At its core, the series grapples with universal struggles. It explores the depths of desperation and the instinct to protect loved ones, and to confront the harsh realities.
Following her 2023 drama “Maestra,” this new K-drama marks Lee Young Ae’s comeback to the small screen. As Kang Eun So, a devoted mother and wife, she will deliver a deeply emotional portrayal, balancing fear, love, and courage.
Furthermore, you’ll feel the tense chemistry between the talented leads, Lee Young Ae, Kim Young Kwang, and Park Yong Woo. Their characters will keep you on the edge of your toes.
“Walking on Thin Ice” Premiere
The new K-drama, “Walking on Thin Ice,” is set to premiere on KBS2 on September 20, 2025, at 9:20 p.m. KST. For international fans, the series will be available for streaming on Viki and KOCOWA+.
The show gives you a thought-provoking question: How far would you go to protect the ones you love?
Join Eun Soo’s intense journey this September and watch the heart-pounding trailer for K-drama “Walking on Thin Ice” below.
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