November 2021 Korean Dramas: “Melancholia”, “Now We Are Breaking Up”, “Happiness”, “Hellbound” & More

November 2021 Korean Dramas

November serves an array of K-Drama treats for viewers as the roster of highly-anticipated dramas launches this month!

A few eagerly-awaited drama comebacks are slated to premiere. We got historical dramas and thriller series plus romance and slice-of-life themes coming up.

This list of November 2021 Korean dramas marks the last batch of our coverage for this year’s K-Drama season.

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What’s Currently Airing?

MONDAY-TUESDAY

The King’s Affection (KBS2)
Lovers of the Red Sky (SBS)
High Class (tvN)

WEDNESDAY-THURSDAY

Dali and the Cocky Prince (KBS2)
Hometown (tvN)
Reflection of You (JTBC)

FRIDAY-SATURDAY

 Moebius (MBC)
One The Woman (SBS)
Yumi’s Cells (tvN)
Crime Puzzle (Seezn) *Friday only
Work Later, Drink Now (TVING) *Friday only

SATURDAY-SUNDAY

Jirisan (tvN)
Chimera (OCN)
Inspector Koo (JTBC)
Would You Like A Cup of Coffee? (kakao TV) *Sunday and Thursday

*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 iQiyi, Viu and Netflix. 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 and Mid-Series features plus Full Series Review. You can always refer to our coverage listed on the sidebar.


Coming Up: November 2021 Korean Dramas

Happiness | Nov 5 | tvN

  • Streaming Site: iQiyi | Viu

Happiness depicts the lives of people isolated in high-rise apartments where a miniature version of hierarchial society occurs. The fierce class discrimination and psychological warfare for survival emerge as an infectious disease hits the city. In a space where daily life collapses and existing values ​​sway, the realistic fear of doubting and guarding each other would be drawn in the story.


The Red Sleeve | Nov 5 | MBC

  • Streaming Site: Viu

The series narrates a bittersweet historical court romance drama about a court lady who wants to protect the life she has chosen and a king who prioritizes the kingdom over her love. The title alludes to the red sleeves of the court ladies’ garments, which means the king’s woman. It is based on Kang Mi Gang’s bestselling novel of the same name.


Let Me Be Your Knight | Nov 7 | SBS

  • Streaming Site: iQiyi

Let Me Be Your Knight narrates the story of a member of a popular idol band. Though he is known as a musical genius, he is suffering from a sleeping disorder. 

A doctor then secretly treated him, who entered their place and formed fondness with the other members. As they work together to treat his disorder, the two healed together and found love. 


Secret Royal Inspector Joy | Nov 8 | tvN

  • Streaming Site: Viu | iQiyi

Inspector Joy chronicles the hilarious investigation of a young and affluent gourmet who becomes an unintentionally secret royal inspector. On missions, he pairs up with an unhappy woman seeking a divorce.


IDOL: The Coup | Nov 8 | JTBC

  • Streaming Site: iQiyi

Idol: The Coup threads on the story of individuals who are unable to let go of their unfulfilled dreams. It also chronicles the story of young people who proudly renounce their dreams.

Melancholia | Nov 10 | tvN

  • Streaming Site: iQiyi | K-Plus Channel | Viu | WeTV

Melancholia is set in a private high school that is a breeding ground for preferential corruption. It depicts a story more beautiful than mathematics, transcending the myths and prejudices about math teachers and math geniuses.

Now We Are Breaking Up | Nov 12 | SBS

  • Streaming Site: Viu

Directed by Lee Gil Bok and written by Je In, Now We Are Breaking Up gives a new taste of emotions as it would narrate stories of emotional love as well as poignant break-ups. 


Hellbound | Nov 19 | Netflix

  • Streaming Site: Netflix

Hellbound features supernatural beings suddenly appearing and condemning people to hell. In the midst of the chaos, a religious group called The New Truth gains prominence and influence while others seek the truth behind the supernatural events. Described as “your next must-binge Netflix series from Korea, the unique and thought-provoking series about condemnations to hell taking place in the middle of Seoul, is based on a webtoon of the same name.

Director Yeon Sang-ho and writer Choi Gyu-seok created the webtoon and reunited to work together on the series as well. There’s also an all-star cast starring Yoo Ah-in, Kim Hyun-joo, Park Jeong-min, Won Jin-a, Yang Ik-june, Kim Do-yoon, Kim Shin-rock, Ryu Kyung-soo, and Lee Re.


School 2021 | Nov 24 | KBS2

  • Streaming Site:  Viki

School 2021 traverses the dreams, friendship, and excitement of 18-year-old young people as they choose a different path, placed on an ambiguous boundary.

It also foreshadows the perfect synergy across generations of brilliant young and seasoned actors. In addition, a sweet romance is also anticipated between the lead pair.

School 2021 November 2021 Korean Dramas

 


One Ordinary Day | Nov 27 | Coupang Play

  • Streaming Site: Viu

Scheduled for an 8-episode run, the hardcore crime drama threads on the story of an ordinary college student who, after one drunken night of fun, finds himself the prime suspect in the gruesome murder of a woman he had spent the night with.

With all circumstantial evidence pointing at him and the case receiving increasing scrutiny in the media and on social media, the prosecution is eager to declare him guilty.

Kim Soo Hyun plays the role of Hyun-soo, an ordinary college student who becomes a murder suspect overnight. He is then helped by third-rate lawyer Shin Joon-han, played by Cha Seung Won.


Show Window: Queen’s House | November TBA

  • Streaming Site: K-PLUS Channel

The series is a mystery and melodrama drama about a woman who supported an affair without knowing that it involves her husband.

It stars Song Yoon Ah, Lee Sung Jae, Jeon So Min and Hwang Chan Sung

Make sure to update your K-Drama watch list for November!


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  1. how about show window: queen’s house?

    1. Hello, just added it. Thanks for the feedback. : )

  2. Waiting For Now We Breaking Up

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