August 2025 Korean Dramas spotlight powerful women — from healing journeys to heart-stopping thrillers and bold romances.
Still, viewers can look forward to a rich variety of narratives, with each series offering something unique. And with a stellar lineup of talent front and center, compelling performances are all but guaranteed.
What’s Currently Airing?
MONDAY-TUESDAY
Head Over Heels (tvN) *Finale July 29
The Defects (ENA) *Finale Aug 12WEDNESDAY-THURSDAY
My Girlfriend is the Man (KBS2) *Finale Aug 28
Low Life (SBS) Wednesday only *Finale Aug 13FRIDAY-SATURDAY
The Winning Try (SBS) *Finale Aug 30
Oh My Ghost Clients (MBC) *Finale June 28SATURDAY-SUNDAY
Law and the City (tvN) *Finale Aug 10
Our Golden Days (KBS2)
The Nice Guy (JTBC) *Finale Aug 29
COMING UP: August 2025 Korean Dramas
Mary Kills People | Aug 01 | MBC
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Mary Kills People is a suspenseful and emotionally layered drama that follows Woo So-jung (Lee Bo Young), an emergency room doctor who secretly provides assisted death to terminal patients, and the people entangled in her dangerous mission.
The series is helmed by Taxi Driver and Crash director Park Joon-woo, known for his intense visual storytelling, with a script by Lee Soo-ah, the writer behind Unemployment Benefit Romance and My Special Brother, known for weaving empathy into complex narratives.
Lee Bo-young leads the cast as Woo So-jung, a woman navigating the fine line between mercy and crime. Lee Min Ki plays Jo Hyun-woo, a terminally ill patient confronting the end of his life, while Kang Ki Young takes on the role of Choi Dae-hyun, a former plastic surgeon-turned-co-conspirator who assists So-jung in her controversial mission. Together, they explore themes of dignity, guilt, and choice in the face of death—promising a never-before-seen transformation for all three actors.
LATEST RELATED STORY: Lee Bo Young Navigates Life, Death, and Emotional Tension with Lee Min Ki and Kang Ki Young in “Mary Kills People”
Beyond the Bar | Aug 202 | JTBC
- Streaming Site: Netflix
Beyond the Bar follows a rookie attorney brimming with confidence and righteousness but struggling with workplace dynamics. Partnered with Yoon Seok-hoon, she begins an eye-opening journey of personal and professional growth in the high-stakes world of legal advocacy.
LATEST RELATED STORIES
- Lee Jin Wook Brings Depth and Duality to Charismatic Lawyer in JTBC’s “Beyond the Bar”
- Jung Chaeyeon Embraces the Heart and Humor of a Rookie Lawyer in “Beyond the Bar”
My Lovely Journey | Aug 02 | Channel A
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My Lovely Journey isn’t your typical high-stakes love story—it’s an emotional healing drama centered on self-discovery, growth, and the connections we build along the way. It follows Kang Yeo-reum, a former idol who trained for seven years but saw her career fizzle out after just one. Now five years into life as a travel reporter, she pours everything into her work despite being a little clumsy, charming those around her with her infectious energy and sincerity.
LATEST RELATED STORIES
- “My Lovely Journey” Introduces Lead Cast Gong Seung Yeon, Yoo Jun Sang and Kim Jae Young
- Gong Seung Yeon and Kim Jae Young Spark a Sweet, Soulful Romance in “My Lovely Journey”
Love, Take Two | Aug 04 | tvN
- Streaming Site: Viu
Love, Take Two follows the intertwined lives of a single mother and her medical student daughter, both of whom unexpectedly find themselves stepping into a new chapter—one where they live not for tomorrow, but fully in today. As they confront old wounds and stumble upon new beginnings, they experience love not as a finale, but as something fresh and transformative. With moments that are funny, tender, and achingly real, the drama promises to touch hearts and spark reflection among viewers across generations.
RELATED STORY: PRESS CONFERENCE: “Love, Take Two” To Unveil Heartwarming Middle-Aged Romance
Our Golden Days | Aug 09 | KBS2
- Streaming Site: Viu
Helmed by director Kim Hyung-seok and penned by hit screenwriter So Hyun-kyung (Brilliant Legacy, 49 Days), Our Golden Days is a multi-generational family melodrama that explores the theme: “Everyone has their splendid days—whether in the past, the present, or still to come.” The series promises to capture the subtle but universal beauty of life’s highs and lows, as experienced by different people across time and age.
Jung Il Woo takes on the role of Lee Ji-hyeok, a man praised for his capabilities and poise, while Jung In Sun portrays Ji Eun-oh, a young woman who keeps chasing her dreams despite hardship, and who throws herself wholeheartedly into love without hesitation. Both characters seem destined to cross paths in a way that will change their lives.
RELATED STORY: “Our Golden Days” Teases Warmth, Whispers, and What-Ifs with Jung Il Woo and Jung In Sun
My Troublesome Star | Aug 18 | ENA
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In My Golden Star, Uhm Jung Hwa returns as a former K-pop and drama queen who wakes up to find that 25 years of her life have vanished—and with them, her fame, glam, and place in the spotlight.
Directed by Choi Young-hoon (One the Woman, Good Casting) and penned by Park Ji-ha (The Woman Who Is Different Day and Night), this tear-jerking romantic comedy promises a rollercoaster ride of laughter, heartache, and midlife reinvention. Produced by KT Studio Genie and Jumbo Film, the series reunites Uhm Jung-hwa and Song Seung-heon a decade after their last collaboration, fueling excitement for their onscreen chemistry.
RELATED STORY: Uhm Jung Hwa Shines Again as a Forgotten Diva in Hilarious Comeback Drama
Aema | Aug 22 | Netflix
- Streaming Site: Netflix
Peeling back the glitz and glamour with explosive humor, Aema reveals the cutthroat realities of 1980s Chungmuro!
This witty and sharp-edged comedy dives into the cutthroat world of 1980s film industry, where two actresses find themselves entangled in the drama both on and off the screen while starring in the box-office sensation Madame Aema.
Jeong Hee-ran, is a top-tier actress whose fiery temper and unshakable sense of justice cost her the lead role due to creative clashes. Portrayed by the charismatic Lee Ha Nee (The Fiery Priest, Knight Flower, Phantom), Hee-ran refuses to back down without a fight. Meanwhile, nightclub dancer-turned-actress Shin Ju-ae, played by rising star Bang Hyo Rin, lands the coveted role, catapulting her into the chaotic world of Chungmuro stardom.
Jin Sun Kyu (Alchemy of Souls, The Outlaws, Extreme Job) takes on the role of Ku Jung-ho, a cunning filmmaker willing to do whatever it takes to survive in an industry ruled by power plays and backstabbing. Determined to teach Hee-ran a lesson, he throws open auditions to hand the leading role to an unknown actress—sparking a whirlwind of competition and scandal.
RELATED STORY: Lights, Camera, Chaos! “Aema” is a Hilarious Comedy Dive into 1980s Film Industry
Twelve | Aug 23 | KBS2
- Streaming Site: Disney+
A battle of mythic proportions is about to be unleashed in Twelve—an epic action fantasy series based on the Eastern zodiac—unleashes its high-stakes teaser poster, spotlighting an electrifying face-off between Don Lee and Park Hyung Sik.
Directed by Kang Dae-gyu and Han Yoon-sun, Twelve follows twelve celestial guardians living among humans, tasked with shielding the world from dark forces. But when betrayal, ancient grudges, and cosmic powers collide, even angels may turn against each other.
RELATED STORY: Don Lee and Park Hyung Sik Clash in Action Fantasy Series “Twelve”
Bon Appetit, Your Majesty | Aug 23 | tvN
- Streaming Site: Netflix
In this whimsical tale, a gifted modern-day chef suddenly finds herself in a historical kingdom, tasked with pleasing the most dangerous diner of all—a tyrant king with an extraordinary sense of taste.
Bon Appetit, Your Majesty follows Yeon Ji-young (Im Yoon Ah), a passionate and ambitious chef who dreams of Michelin stars but ends up in the royal kitchen of the past. There, she encounters King Lee Heon (Lee Chae Min), an infamously ruthless monarch who wields his power through a single bite.
Possessing an absolute sense of taste, Lee Heon can make or break anyone’s future—or life—based on whether or not their dish pleases him. For Yeon Ji-young, her culinary skills become her only weapon in a high-stakes game of survival, diplomacy, and perhaps even love.
RELATED STORY: “Bon Appetit, Your Majesty” Promises Delicious Drama and Mouthwatering Romance
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