The assortment of stories in October 2022 Korean Dramas will delight any avid K-Drama fan!
Covering staple genres from youth, drama, romance, fantasy and historical; the roster also features highly-anticipated pairings and small screen returns of beloved Korean actors.
Make sure to keep tabs on the latest dramas coming up in October 2022 Korean dramas!
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What’s Currently Airing?
MONDAY-TUESDAY
Mental Coach Jegal (tvN)
The Law Cafe (KBS2)WEDNESDAY-THURSDAY
Love In Contract (tvN)
May it Please the Court (Disney+) *Wed only
Seasons of Blossoms (Wavve) *Wed onlyFRIDAY-SATURDAY
One Dollar Lawyer (SBS)
The Golden Spoon (MBC)
Blind (tvN)
Gaus Electronics (ENA) *Friday onlySATURDAY-SUNDAY
Little Women (tvN)
The Empire (JTBC)
*Note that daily, weekly and some dramas are not covered by kdramadiary due to the unavailability of video sources on legit streaming platforms.
Our team watches on tvN International, iQiyi, Netflix, WeTV and Viu. In addition, we cover almost all dramas, but in compliance with DMCA rules, for some dramas, we have decided to only do the regular First Look/Mid-Series features plus Full Series Review. You can always refer to our coverage listed on the sidebar or on the header section.
Coming Up: October 2022 Korean Dramas
Cheer Up | Oct 03 | SBS
- Streaming Site: Viu
Cheer Up threads on the story of young people who assemble in the cheering squad with a brilliant history that is on the brink of disbandment. Against the backdrop of the 50-year-old college cheering squad of Yeonhee University, it foretells stories of young love and chasing dreams.
Additionally, the series is a collaboration between director Han Tae-seop, who co-directed Stove League, and writer Cha Hae-won, who wrote VIP. To headline the series are actors Han Ji Hyun, Bae In Hyuk, Jang Gyu Ri, Lee Eun Sam and Yang Dong Geun.
PRESS CONFERENCE: “Cheer Up” To Rally Encouraging Messages About Dream-Aspiring Youth
Bad Prosecutor | Oct 05 | KBS2
- Streaming Site: Viu
Bad Prosecutor narrates the story of a prosecutor that lives with insolence and imperfections while destroying the greedy people’s sanctuary of wealth and power.
The drama is a collaboration of director Kim Sung Ho, who is known for his emotional direction in Move to Heaven, and writer Im Young Bin from Sketch.
Rounding up the main cast are Doh Kyung Soo, Lee Se Hee, Ha Joon, Joo Bo Young, Lee Si Eon, Kim Sang Ho, Yun Joon Suk, Kim Chang Wan, Kim Tae Woo, and Choi Kwang Il.
“Bad Prosecutor” Teases With Delightful Bickering Between Doh Kyung Soo and Lee Se Hee
Love Is For Suckers | Oct 05 | ENA
- Streaming Site: Prime Video
The series tells the story of long-time friends Yeo-reum and Jae-hoon. They unexpectedly meet as actors and producers of a romantic reality show. From there unexpected feelings blossom.
In the drama, Lee Dae Hee portrays Goo Yeo-reum, a 10-year entertainment show producer desperate for work and love. Unfortunately, she is also in a predicament of losing her show, which is the last love reality show, “Kingdom of Love”.
Enter her neighborhood friend Park Jae-hoon (Choi Si Won), a plastic surgeon who has lost interest in work and love. He lives in the house below Yeoreum’s. After deciding to appear in “Kingdom of Love” to help his dear friend, Yeo-reum is put at the crossroads of her life’s choices.
“Love That Will Freeze To Death” Captures Comfy Friendship Between Lee Da Hee and Choi Si Won
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JiI9-tI_D2I
Glitch | Oct 07 | Netflix
- Streaming Site: Netflix
Jihyo, who can see aliens, and Bora, who has been pursuing them, search for Jihyo’s boyfriend, who disappeared without a trace and encounter an “unidentified” mystery.
The 10-episode series stars Jeon Yeo Bin and Nana in a uniquely designed story of friendship.
“TUDUM KOREA” Parades Highly-Anticipated K-Dramas and K-Shows
Yonder | Oct 14 | TVING
- Streaming Site: TVING
TVING’s original series Yonder is the first human melodrama to be delivered by acclaimed director Lee Jun-ik.
His film portfolio includes box-office hits and renowned films such as Sunny, Hope, The Throne and The Book of Fish.
Headlining the series is a peerless lineup with Shin Ha Kyun, Han Ji Min, Lee Jung Eun and Jung Jin Young.
Yonder is the story of a man who receives a message from his dead wife and is invited to an unknown space called “Yonder” where he can meet her.
It is a world created by scientific advancement and technological breakthroughs. Moreover, it touches on questions about life, death, and eternal happiness.
“Yonder” Starring Shin Ha Kyun and Han Ji Min Stimulates Interest With Its Story of Yearning
Under The Queen’s Umbrella | Oct 15 | tvN
- Streaming Site: Netflix
Tackling the royal education of the royal family of Joseon, the motivated goal of royal family mothers will be conveyed in this sympathetic and touching story.
Notching the focal character in a taxing court battle, Kim Hye Soo plays the role of Hwa-ryeong. She is the Queen of Joseon, who has a great king as her husband and a bunch of rebellious princes as her children.
“Under The Queen’s Umbrella” Piques Interest With Fiery and Subdued Posters
May I Help You | Oct 19 | MBC
- Streaming Site: Prime Video
May I Help You tells the story of mutual cooperation between a funeral director and a go-to guy of an errand service company.
In the drama, Baek Dong-ju (Lee Hyeri), a funeral director grants the wishes of the deceased. She partners with a man called Butler Kim (Lee Jun Young) whose work is running errands.
They listen to requests and help the dead and the living achieve those wishes. Creepy but warm, ironic but heartbreaking, the bizarre requests and adventures will gift heartening stories and pleasant laughter.
“May I Help You?” Mounts Feel-Good Poster of Lee Hyeri and Lee Jun Young
Curtain Call | Oct 31 | KBS2
- Streaming Site: Prime Video
Curtain Call tells the story of people who conspire to make the wishes of a dying grandmother come true. Rounding up the lead cast are Kang Ha Neul and Kwon Sang Woo.
At the helm of the production is director Yoon Sang Ho whose last works include River Where The Moon Rises, King Maker: The Change of Destiny and Different Dreams. Penning the script is Writer Jo Sung-geol who wrote Midnight Runners.
Kang Ha Neul plays Yoo Jae-heon, an unpopular theater actor. He is self-reliant and optimistic. Wanting to grow into an actor who can play a variety of roles, he diligently does what he needs to for it.
In the drama, Ha Ji Won takes on the role of Park Se-yeon, the youngest daughter and general manager of Hotel Paradise. She is a talented leader who has been building up her skills and experience step by step by jumping into the hotel frontier part-time since her college days.
“Curtain Call” Parades Samplers Of On-Screen Synergy Featuring Kang Ha Neul and Ha Ji Won
Make sure to update your K-Drama watchlist with these new exciting titles featured in October 2022 Korean Dramas!
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