It’s going to be a parade of talented and bankable actors in September 2022 Korean dramas!
While mostly character-driven narratives abound in the roster next month; the new K-Dramas would reach a wide range of audiences.
From thrillers to romcoms and to novelty stories; the talented actors making their drama comebacks would surely not disappoint.
Make sure to keep tabs on the latest dramas coming up in September 2022 Korean dramas!
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What’s Currently Airing?
MONDAY-TUESDAY
Poong, The Joseon Psychiatrist (tvN)
WEDNESDAY-THURSDAY
Adamas (tvN)
Good Job (ENA)
If You Wish Upon Me (KBS2)FRIDAY-SATURDAY
Big Mouth (MBC)
Today’s Webtoon (SBS)SATURDAY-SUNDAY
Alchemy of Souls (tvN)
The Good Detective 2 (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: September 2022 Korean Dramas
Crisis X | Sept 2 | Wavve
- Streaming Site: Wavve
Based on an original essay loved by readers for its realistic nudge, Director Kim Jung Hoon (Pirates: The Last Royal Treasure) and writer Kwak Kyung Yoon (Love Revolution, SNL series) join forces as the creative team.
The story traverses how a man named Mr. A, portrayed by Kwon Sang Woo, endures life’s almost seemingly never-ending setbacks from financial, house and work problems.
Mr. A is an ordinary middle-aged man who is on a downtrend. He has lived a life of his own. He worked for a large corporation and graduated from a prestigious university. Then he confronts true realities by opting to reboot his life.
“X of Crisis” Introduces Comic Employees Of Unusual Start-Up Company To Be Ventured By Kwon Sang Woo
Little Women | Sept 03 | tvN
- Streaming Site: Netflix
Little Women tells the story of three sisters who are poor but amicably raised, and their fight against the richest and most powerful family in Korea. Embroiled in life’s problem about money, the three sisters are caught in an unprecedented incident. The series stars Kim Go Eun, Nam Ji Hyun, and Park Ji Hoo.
“Little Women” Captures Dysfunctional Looking Cast In Group Poster
Once Upon A Small Town | Sept 05 | kakao TV
- Streaming Site: Netflix
Against his wishes a veterinarian from the big city relocates to the countryside, where he meets a policewoman, a town insider with a friendly secret. The 12-episode series stars Park Sooyoung (Joy), Choo Young Woo, Jung Suk Yong and Baek SeongCheol.
The Law Cafe | Sept 05 | KBS2
- Streaming Site: Viu
Based on the famous web novel “Love According to the Law” written by Noh Seung Ah which has recorded more than 25 million views, will be backed up by Director Lee Eun Jin and writer Im Ji Eun. They aim for a stress-free drama that will bring both excitement and healing.
In the drama, Lee Se Young stars as Kim Yu-ri, a pretty lawyer with a gregarious personality, who starts running a law firm that also doubles as a café.
She meets Kim Jung-ho (Lee Seung Gi), a former prosecutor who was known as a “monster genius” during his time there. He’s now the landlord and building owner of Yu-ri’s law café.
“The Law Cafe” Charms With Unique Legal Consultation Arrangement
Narco-Saints | Sept 09 | Netflix
- Streaming Site: Netflix
Top-tier actors collaborate in this series about the life-threatening journey of a civilian businessman. He is left with no choice but to assist in the secret operation of the National Intelligence Service to arrest the Korean drug lord who has taken over Suriname, a country in South America.
Renowned film director Director Yoon Jong Bin (The Berlin File, A Violent Prosecutor, The Spy Gone North) is set to orchestrate the series. The series stars Hwang Jung Min, Ha Jung Woo, Jo Woo Jin, Yoo Yeon Seok, Park Hae Soo and Choo Ja Hyun.
“Narco-Saints” Struts Empathic Character Posters Featuring Hwang Jung Min, Ha Jung Woo and More
Mental Coach Jegal | Sept 12 | tvN
- Streaming Site: tvN Asia | Viu
The series is a mental care sports action drama in which a former national team member returns as a mental coach heals players and fight against injustice. Jung Woo stars as a mental coach from the national Taekwondo national team who was permanently expelled after an unprecedented accident.
He will be in constant feud with Kwon Yul, a former Taekwondo gold medalist and director of the Human Rights Center of the Sports Club. Rounding up the lead cast are Lee Yoo Mi and Park Se Young.
Blind | Sept 16 | tvN
- Streaming Site: Viu
Blind traverses the story of people who have become unfair victims because they are ordinary and the perpetrators who only believe the uncomfortable truth.
Featuring a detective, a judge, a social worker, and a jury of nine people, Blind is a mystery thriller about their cooperation towards the truth that everyone has turned a blind eye to.
Accordingly, it draws stories of ordinary citizens who have become victims of resentment and perpetrators who have turned a blind eye to inconvenient truths.
“Blind” Intrigues With Rolled Out Teasers Featuring Ok Taecyeon, Ha Seok Jin and Jung Eun Ji
Love In Contract | Sept 21 | tvN
- Streaming Site: TBA
Portraying a fake wife of two men, Love In Contract (WT) tells the story of an employee of a helper service. Her job is to pretend as the wife of single men who need companions to join them in gatherings.
Playing the role of Choi Sang Eun the woman with an interesting job is Park Min Young. Sang-eun is your ideal woman with perfect looks, abilities and charms. She embodies a woman raised perfectly since birth. Thus, her peculiar career draws interest as to why she chose it.
On Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays; she has a long-term exclusive contract with Jung Ji-ho (Go Kyung Pyo). Then, on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays; she has a new contract with Kang Hae-jin (Kim Jae Young).
May It Please The Court | Sept 21 | Disney+
- Streaming Site: Disney+
Billed as a courtroom mystery drama, Let’s Start Arguing features two lawyers working together amidst their contradicting personalities.
Noh Chak-hee (Jung Ryeo Won) is a self-righteous lawyer who does anything for success. In contrast, Lee Si-baek (Lee Kyu Hyung) is a special lawyer who does not care if he got stuck, and will work on his task diligently.
“May It Please The Court” Sets Out Teasers Featuring Jung Ryeo Won and Lee Kyu Hyung
One Dollar Lawyer | Sept 23 | SBS
- Streaming Site: TBA
One Dollar Lawyer (LT) won the Grand Prize at the 2015 SBS Screenplay Contest. The series is written by Choi Soo-jin and Choi Chang-hwan who both worked on the hit series Defendant.
Joining the prolific actor in the cast are Kim Ji Eun, Choi Dae Hoon, Lee Deok Hwa, Park Jin Woo, and Gong Min Jung.
In the drama, Namgoong Min takes on the role of Chun Ji-hoon, the most cost-effective courtroom hero that can be paid one thousand won. Contriving a story of justice for the underprivileged who are not protected by the law; the actor previously shared that the drama is a project he was excited about.
“One Dollar Lawyer” Unleashes Interesting Poster Featuring Namgoong Min
Golden Spoon | Sept 23 | MBC
- Streaming Site: Disney+
Based on the popular Naver webtoon of the same name, Golden Spoon tells the life adventure of a child born in a poor family, who obtained a golden spoon. Thereafter, his fate changed with a friend, who was born into a wealthy family.
Accordingly, the series is already being evaluated as a highly anticipated work due to its novel material and unique story.
In the drama, Yook Sung Jae plays Lee Seung-cheon, an ordinary student who dreams of turning his life around with a golden spoon. He is told that his momentary choice will change his fate, and he will pay the price for it and lead a tumultuous life.
“Golden Spoon” Gives Off Intriguing Vibe With Unveiled Group Poster
The Empire | Sept 24 | JTBC
- Streaming Site: Viu
JTBC’s new drama is set to feature an elite family with a quenchless desire for wealth and entitlement.
Tapped as the main cast of The Empire are accomplished actors Kim Sun Ah, Ahn Jae Wook, Lee Mi Sook, Song Young Chang, Goo Shin and Oh Hyun Kyung.
To be helmed by director Yoon Hyun Ki (Soul Mechanic, Matromonial Chaos); the series deals with the scandalous life of an aristocratic family. They hide their revolting and shocking lives through the fame and privilege they had established.
“The Empire” Sets Kim Sun Ah Opposing A Prestigious and Powerful Family
Gaus Electronics | Sept 30 | Olleh TV
- Streaming Site: Olleh TV
Kwak Dong Yeon, Ko Sung Hee, Bea Hyun Sung, and Kang Min Ah are confirmed as the leads of the new drama, 가우스전자 Gaus Electronics (LT). The show will revolve around the lives of young people in the marketing department of a multinational electronics company.
The series is based on a webtoon called “Gauss Electronics” by writer Gwak Baek Soo. It has gained popularity in Korea and throughout Asia, accumulating 2.6 billion reads since it became available on Naver Webtoon.
Kwak Dong Yeon, Ko Sung Hee, Bae Hyun Sung, and Kang Min Ah Are Set To Star In A Webtoon-Based Drama
Update your watch list with new titles from September 2022 Korean dramas!
Source: Respective networks/production companies of the aforementioned dramas
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