September 2024 saw the release of several exciting K-dramas like What Comes After Love, The Judge From Hell, Iron Family, Seoul Busters, and Dear Hyeri. As October unfolds, K-drama fans can look forward to an equally thrilling month packed with new and diverse releases. This month brings a fresh wave of stories that promise to captivate viewers across various genres.
From romantic comedies to heart-pounding thrillers, the October 2024 lineup includes something for everyone. Some highly anticipated releases include Spice Up Our Love, a charming romance that blends fantasy with humor, and Hellbound Season 2, the continuation of the dark fantasy that left viewers on the edge of their seats.
For those who enjoy legal thrillers, Parole Examiner Lee promises intense courtroom drama, while historical drama enthusiasts can look forward to Jeongnyeon: The Star Is Born, a musical journey set in post-war Korea. With so much variety in storytelling, October 2024 is shaping up to be an exciting month for K-drama lovers. Whether you’re in the mood for laughter, suspense, or heartfelt emotions, there’s something for everyone to enjoy this month.
Here is Top 10 Must-Watch K-Dramas Releasing in October 2024:
1. Spice Up Our Love (Oct 3, 2024)
Genre: Romance, Fantasy
Plot: A web novel writer becomes entangled with the protagonist of her own story.
Cast: Lee Sang-yi, Han Ji-hyun
Network: TVING, Amazon Prime
2. My Merry Marriage (Oct 7, 2024)
Genre: Family
Plot: Childhood friends reunite, facing challenges of marriage, divorce, and family life.
Cast: Park Ha-na, Park Sang-nam
Network: KBS
3. Family By Choice (Oct 9, 2024)
Genre: Youth, Romance
Plot: Three friends, not related by blood, reconnect as adults after 10 years.
Cast: Hwang In-youp, Jung Chae-yeon
Network: JTBC
4. Doubt (Oct 11, 2024)
Genre: Psychological Thriller
Plot: A profiler faces a moral dilemma involving his daughter and a murder case.
Cast: Han Suk-kyu, Han Ye-ri
Network: MBC
5. Jeongnyeon: The Star Is Born (Oct 12, 2024)
Genre: Historical, Music
Plot: A young girl from a poor family joins the Korean Traditional Woman’s Opera to pursue her dreams.
Cast: Kim Tae-ri, Shin Ye-eun
Network: tvN, Disney+
6. Hellbound Season 2 (Oct 25, 2024)
Genre: Dark Fantasy, Thriller
Plot: Continues the eerie story of beings that condemn people to hell.
Cast: Kim Sung-cheol, Kim Hyun-joo
Network: Netflix
7. Parole Examiner Lee (Oct 2024)
Genre: Legal, Crime
Plot: A parole officer embarks on a quest for revenge within the criminal justice system.
Cast: Go Soo, Kwon Yu-ri
Network: tvN
8. Dong Jae the Good or the Bastard (Oct 10, 2024)
Genre: Legal Thriller
Plot: A prosecutor must decide between justice or seizing an opportunity when faced with a murder case.
Cast: Lee Joon-hyuk, Park Sung-woong
Network: TVING
9. A Virtuous Business (October 2024)
Genre: Crime, Thriller
Plot: The story of an ambitious businesswoman involved in high-stakes corporate crimes.
Cast: TBD
Network: TBD
10. Uprising (October 2024)
Genre: Historical, Action
Plot: Set during a revolution, it follows the lives of those fighting for justice and survival.
Cast: TBD
Network: TBD