December 2024 brings a fresh lineup of K-dramas to keep viewers in their seats! From heartwarming romances to suspenseful thrillers, there's something for everyone this month. Whether you're in the mood for a historical tale or a modern love story, these dramas are sure to capture your attention.
Expect to see new faces and familiar stars in exciting roles. With gripping plots and quirky characters, these upcoming dramas promise a mix of emotion, suspense, and unforgettable moments. As the year winds down, these series are set to end 2024 on a high note!
Cinderella Game
Release Date: December 2, 2024
Koo Ha Na, a hardworking woman who has spent her life supporting her family, discovers a devastating truth — she isn’t their real daughter. Her supposed family turns out to be the enemies of her biological parents, having used her all along. Fueled by betrayal, Koo Ha Na (Han Groo) transforms into a determined figure, bent on revenge and reclaiming her identity.
Hwang Jin Gu (Choi Sang Again My Life 2022), a successful CEO of Hyesung Tour, initially sees Ha Na in a negative light. However, as they cross paths, his feelings shift from mistrust to empathy. Their intertwined journey, filled with tension and emotional growth, sets the stage for a gripping story of revenge, redemption, and unexpected connections.
KBS Drama Special Season 15: When You Turn the Corner (2024)
Release Date: December 3, 2024
The drama tells a heartfelt love story as part of the KBS Drama Special lineup. It revolves around Seo Hu (Jung Gun Joo), a skilled Road View filming team member, and Sung Ha (Choi Hee Jin), a woman searching for her father through road-view images. Their paths cross, leading to a journey through heartbreak, self-discovery, and unexpected romance.
Seo Hu, recovering from a painful breakup, and Eun Ha, with her poor sense of direction, find themselves entangled in a story of longing and love. Featuring Jung Gun Joo and Choi Hee Jin, the drama captures the emotional nuances of finding connections in the unlikeliest of places.
3. Light Shop
Release Date: December 4, 2024
Light Shop follows a group of strangers burdened by traumatic pasts. Each of them is inexplicably drawn to a mysterious light shop at the end of a dim alleyway.
Inside, the cautious shopkeeper guards secrets that could unlock their pasts and influence their futures. The drama explores how their lives intertwine and the impact of revisiting hidden memories.
4. Sorry Not Sorry
Release Date: December 5, 2024
Sorry Not Sorry follows Ji Song Yi (Jeon So Min), a single woman facing hardships after a sudden breakup. Struggling with part-time jobs to pay off her home loan, she moves to a new town where she pretends to be married to fit in with the local moms.
Her life intertwines with Choi Ha Na (Gong Min Jung Marry My Husband 2024), her former best friend, now a meticulous working mom, and An Chan Yang (Jang Hee Ryung), a seemingly innocent pottery teacher. The drama unravels their past connections and complex lives in a community full of secrets and pretense.
5. Who Is She
Release Date: December 18, 2024
A remake of the beloved 2014 Korean movie Miss Granny, this coming-of-age drama centers on O Mal Sun, a widow in her 70s who raised her children alone while running a small restaurant. After a heated argument with her daughter, she leaves home and unexpectedly reverts to her 20s.
Embracing her new youth, she adopts the name O Du Ri and pursues her dream of becoming a singer by joining Unis Entertainment as an idol trainee. At Unis Entertainment, she crosses paths with Daniel Han, a successful producer whose life takes a turn after meeting O Du Ri.
Meanwhile, O Mal Sun's granddaughter, Choi Ha Na, also joins the agency, giving up her academic ambitions to chase her musical dreams. The story intertwines their journeys of self-discovery and ambition.
6. Check-in Hanyang
Release Date: December 21, 2024
Set in the Joseon era, this historical drama takes place in Yongcheonru, the finest guesthouse in Joseon, known for its exceptional service. The story follows four new interns, each with a unique reason for joining.
Lee Eun (Bae In-Hyuk Why Her 2022), a prince in disguise, hides his identity and works as Lee Eun Ho. Hong Deok Soo (Kim Ji Eun Longing For You 2023), a woman disguised as a man, aspires to become Yongcheonru's general manager.
Chun Jun Hwa (Jung Gun Joo), the reluctant successor of Yongcheonru, and Go Soo Ra (Jae Chan from DKZ), are determined to restore his family's status and complete the group. As they work together at Yongcheonru, the interns navigate their personal goals and challenges, forming bonds of friendship along the way.
Squid Game 2
Release Date: December 26, 2024
Squid Game 2 picks up where the first season left off, with Seong Gi Hun, also known as Player 456, reentering the deadly game. After winning in the previous round, he knows what the game truly entails. His mission is clear: to save other players' lives and convince them to opt out, ending the horrific match for good.
This season promises even more intense and thrilling moments. Alongside Gi Hun, new and returning cast members like Yim Si Wan, Jo Yu Ri, Park Sung Hoon, Kang Ha Neul, T.O.P (former member of Big Bang), Lee Jin Wok, and Kang Ae Shim are set to deliver riveting performances.
December has a K-drama for everyone!
This December's K-drama list is packed with diverse genres, offering something for every type of viewer. Whether you’re tuning in for the thrill of a mystery or the sweetness of a romance, these dramas will not disappoint!
Which of these dramas are you most looking forward to? Let us know in the comments below!
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