Netflix is making big moves for 2025, unveiling an impressive lineup of Korean dramas, movies, and variety shows. At a press event in Seoul, the streaming giant showcased its highly anticipated K-content slate, promising a year packed with thrilling action, heartwarming romance, gripping thrillers, and historical dramas.
Upcoming Netflix Original K-Dramas in 2025
1. Melo Movie (Premieres February 14)
Celebrate Valentine’s Day with this romantic drama featuring Choi Woo-shik (A Killer’s Paradox) and Park Bo-young (Light Shop). The story revolves around two ex-couples given a second chance at love, with Lee Jun-young (Dreaming of a Freaking Fairy Tale) and Jeon So-ni (Parasyte – The Grey) also starring.
2. When Life Gives You Tangerines (Premieres March 7)
Set on the beautiful Jeju Island, this period romance follows IU (Hotel Del Luna) and Park Bo-gum (Record of Youth) as childhood friends navigating love through different seasons. Moon Sori (Jeongnyeon – The Star is Born) and Park Hae-joon (The 8 Show) portray their older versions.
3. Mercy for None (Q2 Release)
A gripping action-noir starring So Ji-sub (Doctor Lawyer) as a former gangster seeking vengeance after his brother’s mysterious death. The drama also features Heo Jun-ho (Bloodhounds), Ahn Gil-kang (Bittersweet Hell), and Choo Young-woo (The Trauma Code – Heroes on Call).
4. Dear Hongrang (Q2 Release)
This Joseon-era mystery follows Lee Jae-wook (The Impossible Heir) as a missing son returning home after 12 years. His half-sister, played by Jo Boa (Destined With You), suspects something isn’t right.
5. Karma (Q2 Release)
A crime thriller adapted from a webtoon, featuring Park Hae-soo (Narco-Saints), Shin Mina (No Gain No Love), and Lee Hee-joon (Blood Free). Six individuals become entangled in a cruel twist of fate.
6. Weak Hero Class 2 (Q2 Release)
Park Ji-hoon (Love Song for Illusion) returns as the underdog hero in a new school, facing fresh challenges against bullies. The cast includes Ryeoun (Namib), Lee Min-jae (Kick Kick Kick Kick), and Yoo Soo-bin (The Perfect Deal).
7. Squid Game 3 (Premieres June 27)
Following the events of Squid Game 2, Lee Jung-jae’s Player 456 faces the final stage of his perilous journey, with Front Man Lee Byung-heon still in control. Expect intense action and high stakes in this globally acclaimed survival thriller.
8. Aema (Q3 Release)
A period comedy set in the 1980s South Korean film industry, starring Honey Lee (The Fiery Priest 2), Jin Seon-gyu (The Uncanny Counter 2), and Jo Hyun-chul (Inspector Koo). It fictionalizes the making of the iconic 1982 film Madame Aema.
9. You and Everything Else (Q3 Release)
A heartfelt story of friendship and love starring Kim Go-eun (Little Women) and Park Ji-hyun (Flex x Cop), alongside Kim Gun-woo (The Glory).
10. Trigger (Q3 Release)
A crime-action thriller featuring Kim Nam-gil (The Fiery Priest 2) as a cop investigating a mysterious series of illegal gun deliveries, leading him to a meticulous weapons broker, played by Kim Young-kwang (Evilive).
11. Genie, Make a Wish (Q4 Release)
A fantasy rom-com starring Kim Woo-bin (Black Knight) as a mischievous genie, alongside Suzy (Doona), Ahn Eun-jin (Goodbye Earth), and Noh Sang-hyun (Pachinko 2).
12. As You Stood By (Q4 Release)
A psychological thriller based on the Japanese novel Naomi to Kanako, starring Jeon So-ni and Lee Yumi (Mr. Plankton) as friends plotting a crime to escape an abusive relationship.
13. Can This Love Be Translated? (Q4 Release)
A romantic comedy about a multilingual interpreter (Kim Sun-ho, The Tyrant) and a top celebrity (Go Yoon-jung, Death’s Game), featuring Lee Yi-dam, Choi Woo-sung, and Japanese actor Fukushi Sota.
14. The Price of Confession (Q4 Release)
A dark crime thriller starring Jeon Do-yeon (Crash Course in Romance) as a grieving widow and Kim Go-eun as the prime suspect, with Park Hae-soo playing a prosecutor.
15. Cashero (Q4 Release)
A unique superhero drama where Junho (King the Land) gains strength through physical cash. The ensemble cast includes Kim Hye-joon (A Shop for Killers), Kim Byung-chul (Perfect Family), and Kim Hyang-gi (Secret Playlist).
Netflix Original Korean Movies in 2025
Netflix is also set to release seven original films:
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- Revelations starring Ryu Joon-yeol and Shin Hyun-bin (Q1)
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- Lost in Starlight, an animated film voiced by Kim Tae-ri and Hong Kyung (Q2)
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- Wall to Wall starring Kang Haneul and Yeom Hye-ran (Q3)
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- Love Untangled starring Gong Myung and Shin Eun-soo (Q3)
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- Mantis starring Im Shi-wan, Park Kyu-young, and Jo Woo-jin (Q3)
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- Good News starring Sol Kyung-gu and Ryu Seung-beom (Q4)
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- The Great Flood starring Kim Da-mi and Park Hae-soo (Q4)
Korean Variety & Documentary Shows Coming to Netflix
Netflix will also debut seven variety and documentary series:
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- Kian’s Bizarre B&B (Q2)
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- The Devil’s Plan 2 (Q2)
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- Better Late Than Single (Q2)
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- The Echoes of Survivors: Inside Korea’s Tragedies (Q3)
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- Crime Scene Zero (Q3)
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- Physical: Asia (Q4)
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- Culinary Class Wars 2 (Q4)
Internationally Streaming Korean Dramas on Netflix
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- The Potato Lab (tvN, March 1)
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- Resident Playbook (tvN, April)
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- Heavenly Ever After (JTBC, April)
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- Tastefully Yours (ENA, Q2)
Final Thoughts
Netflix’s 2025 K-content lineup is shaping up to be a stellar year for K-drama and Korean entertainment fans worldwide. From highly anticipated sequels like Squid Game 3 to new romance, action, and thriller series, there’s something for everyone. Stay tuned for official trailers and release updates!
Meanwhile Netflix already announced Squid Game Season 3 will be launched on June 27 this year.
