This September 2024, the world of K-Dramas and OTT platforms is set to offer an array of thrilling, romantic, and comedic shows. From returning favorites to new stories, there’s something for everyone. Below is a detailed look at nine highly anticipated releases, their casts, and what to expect from each.
1. Seoul Busters
Genre: Comedy, Detective, Crime
Cast:Kim Dong Wook, Park Se Wan, Park Ji Hwan, Seo Hyun Woo, Lee Seung Woo
Director: An Jeong Yeon
Writers: Lee Young Chul, Lee Gwang Jae
Release Date:September 11
Network: Disney+
Seoul Busters revolves around a smart and attractive professor who decides to work at one of South Korea’s lowest-ranked police squads instead of pursuing a prestigious university position. The team at the Violent Crimes Unit 2 at Songwon Police Station is determined to transform into the best squad, leading to a mix of crime-solving and comedic moments.
The Judge From Hell follows an elite judge with a cold exterior who is secretly a demon tasked with sending unrepentant criminals to hell. Her life intertwines with a warm but troubled detective, leading to a dramatic shift in both their lives as they deal with the complexities of justice and redemption.
3. Dear Hyeri
Genre: Psychological, Romance
Cast:Shin Hye Sun, Lee Jin Wook, Kang Hoon
Director: Jung Ji Hyun
Writer: Han Ga Ram
Release Date:September 23
Network: ENA, Genie TV
Dear Hyeri tells the story of an announcer who has spent 14 years in the industry but remains largely unknown. To make ends meet, she works as a parking assistant. The drama explores her inner wounds and hidden bubbly personality as she reconnects with an ex-boyfriend, leading to a slow but healing journey for both characters.
4. What Comes After Love
Genre: Romance
Cast:Lee Se Young, Sakaguchi Kentaro, Hong Jong Hyun, Lee Bo Ram, Nakamura Anne
Director: Moon Hyun Sang
Release Date:September 27
Network: Coupang Play
What Comes After Love is adapted from a novel by Gong Ji Young and Tsuji Hitonar. The story focuses on a Korean student, Choi Hong, and a Japanese man, Aoki Jungo, who fall in love in Japan but break up due to life’s challenges. Years later, they unexpectedly meet again in Seoul, reigniting old feelings.
5. Dog Knows Everything
Genre: Comedy
Cast:Lee Soon Jae, Kim Yong Geon, Ye Soo Jung, Bae Jeong Nam
Director: Kim Yoo Jin
Writer: Byeon Sook Kyeong
Release Date:September 25
Network: KBS2
Dog Knows Everything is about an actor who seeks refuge on an island after falling from grace. There, he meets Sophie, a former police dog who one day starts talking like a human. The show promises to blend humor with a touch of the supernatural.
6. Gyeongseong Creature Season 2
Genre: Science-fiction, Romance, Horror
Cast:Park Seo Joon, Han So Hee, Lee Mu Saeng, Bae Hyun Seong
Directors: Chung Dong-yoon, Jo Yeong-min
Writer: Kang Eun-kyung
Release Date:September 27
Network: Netflix
Gyeongseong Creature Season 2 picks up in 2024, continuing the thrilling narrative that began in the first season. Set against the backdrop of 1945, the returning characters face new horrors and challenges, promising an intense blend of science fiction, romance, and horror.
7. Iron Family
Genre: Mystery
Cast:
Director: Sung Joon Hae
Writer: Seo Sook Hyang
Number of Episodes: 36
Network: KBS
Iron Family centers around a three-generation family of cleaners who stumble upon unexpected fortune. As they navigate the changes in their lives, the drama delves into family dynamics and the impact of wealth in modern society.
8. The Queen Woo Part 2
Genre: Historical, Political, Action
Cast:Jeon Jong Seo, Ji Chang Wook, Kim Mu Yeol, Jung Yoo Mi, Lee Soo Hyuk, Park Ji Hwan
Director: Jung Se Kyo
Writer: Lee Byeong Hak
Network: TVING
The Queen Woo Part 2 follows the story of the first woman to become a queen twice. After the death of King Gogukcheon, a power struggle ensues among the tribes to install a new king within 24 hours. The queen, in a bid to protect her family, marries her brother-in-law, setting off a dramatic chain of events.
9. Officer Black Belt
Genre: Action, Comedy
Cast:Kim Woo Bin, Kim Sung Kyun
Director: Jason Kim
Writer: Jason Kim
Release Date:September 13
Network: Netflix
Officer Black Belt brings together a martial artist and a probation officer as they work to monitor individuals wearing electronic anklets. The series promises a mix of high-energy action and comedic moments.
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