The Husband
Release Date: July 4th
Cast: Namkoong Min, Lee Sul, Kim Dae Myung
Synopsis: A man who is on the verge of divorce is thrown into a desperate struggle to rescue his kidnapped wife while fighting criminals.
Viewing Points: If you liked Namkoong Min in The Veil, this is a drama you won’t want to miss. The character Tae Joo finds himself in a critical situation as he is being pursued by police who suspect him of ordering a murder while also trying to track down his kidnapped wife. A tense chase unfolds as he fights to survive between the police and criminals, showcasing Namkoong Min’s signature intense and desperate performance.
Genres: Thriller, Romance
Episodes: 12
Network: KBS
Where to Watch: Disney Plus
Love In Sync
Release Date: July 4th
Cast: Kim Myung Soo (also known as L), Kang Mina
Synopsis: A story about a highly empathetic psychologist and a self-loving top star who experience a supernatural event called “emotional transference,” where they begin to share each other’s emotions.
Viewing Points: Love In Sync uses a familiar setup of a romance between a top celebrity and a non-celebrity. However, the show adds a clever twist when an actor criticized for his stiff acting seeks help from a psychologist to improve his performance. The chemistry between Kim Myung Soo and Kang Mina is also something to look forward to.
Genres: Comedy, Romance
Episodes: 8
Network: U Plus Mobile TV
Where to Watch: Viu
The Apartment Job
Dream to You
Release Date: July 13th
Cast: Hwang In Youp, Hyeri, Baek Sung Chul, Lee Yul Eum
Synopsis: A film director who returns to his hometown after achieving his dream reunites with a reporter who has long forgotten her own dreams after 15 years.
Viewing Points: Hwang In Youp and Hyeri return to the romance genre for the first time in a while. The series will portray both the innocent first love of their teenage years and a more realistic romance in their twenties. ENA’s Monday–Tuesday dramas have been performing well across different genres this year. Can Dream to You continue that streak of success?
Genres: Comedy, Romance
Episodes: 12
Network: ENA
Where to Watch: TBD
The East Palace
Release Date: July 17th
Cast: Nam Joo Hyuk, Roh Yoon Seo, Cho Seung Woo
Synopsis: A man with the ability to cross into the spirit world and a court lady hiding a secret are summoned to the palace by the king, where they uncover a curse haunting the royal court.
Viewing Points: This is a chilling fantasy drama that fits perfectly with the midsummer season. It also marks Nam Joo Hyuk’s return to acting after his military service. Recently, uniquely styled dramas like If Wishes Could Kill and Teach You a Lesson have been receiving unexpectedly strong responses, raising curiosity about whether this dark fantasy series can also attract global viewers.
Genres: Historical, Horror, Fantasy
Episodes: 8
Network: Netflix
Where to Watch: Netflix
Spooky in Love
Release Date: July 18th
Cast: Park Eun Bin, Yang Se Jong, Ong Seong Wu
Synopsis: A romance between a chaebol heiress who can see ghosts and a prosecutor who is afraid of them.
Viewing Points: This drama is a TV adaptation of the romantic comedy film Spellbound, starring Son Ye Jin and Lee Min Ki. The original film was a box office success thanks to its unusual blend of horror and romance. The drama expands the story by changing the characters into a chaebol heiress and a prosecutor, adding a new layer where they help resolve the lingering regrets of the dead. It remains to be seen whether the pairing of Park Eun Bin and Yang Se Jong will also lead to strong results.
Genres: Comedy, Romance, Horror, Fantasy
Episodes: 12
Network: tvN
Where to Watch: TBD
A Shop for Killers Season 2
Release Date: July 22th
Cast: Kim Hye Jun, Lee Dong Wook, Jo Han Sun, Hyunri, Masaki Okada
Synopsis: Jian becomes the new head of the shopping mall after completing a brutal succession process and joins forces with her uncle Jin Man to take on Babylon.
Viewing Points: The first season received strong responses for its distinctive characters and stylish action. In this season, the long-standing conflict between Jin Man and Bale will continue, while the Babylon organization that threatens the shopping mall will also be further revealed. Most of all, viewers are looking forward to seeing Jian’s growth after surviving life-or-death struggles in Season 1.
Genres: Action, Thriller, Mystery
Episodes: 8
Network: Disney Plus
Where to Watch: Disney Plus
A Bona fide Killer
Release Date: July 31st
Cast: Kong Hyo Jin, Jung Joon Won, Seong Dong Il, Lee Sang Yi
Synopsis: A woman living a double life as both a working mom and a killer.
Viewing Points: Following titles like Kill Bok Soon and A Shop for Killers, another story emerges about killers disguised as ordinary people. Kong Hyo Jin plays a seemingly normal working mother who is secretly a killer, marking a fresh and unexpected transformation for the actress. It will be interesting to see whether she can bounce back as a box office queen after the disappointing performance of When the Stars Gossip.
Genres: Action, Thriller, Mystery
Episodes: 14
Network: MBC
Where to Watch: TBD
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Edited by Hong Hyun Jung
Translated by Eungee Joh
Edited Hong Hyun Jung: I am a K-content guide who publishes various articles for people to enjoy Korean movies and dramas deeper and richer. I’ll introduce you to the works that you can laugh, cry and sympathize with.
