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On January 7, 2025, Disney+ revealed the lineup of upcoming Korean dramas in a promotional video shared on their social media channels. The video showcased glimpses of several highly anticipated series that are set to debut throughout the year.
Disney+'s diverse collection of dramas spans multiple genres, from medical thrillers to historical epics, and features some of the biggest names in Korean entertainment. Among the standout titles are Hyper Knife, starring Park Eun-bin, the gripping black comedy Knock Off with Kim Soo-hyun, and the crime thriller Nine Puzzles, featuring Son Suk-ku and Kim Da-mi.
Other highly anticipated titles in the lineup include Tempest, featuring Jun Ji-Hyun; the intense crime drama Unmasked, with Kim Hye-soo and Jung Sung-il; and The Murky Water, starring Rowoon, Shin Ye-eun, Park Seo-ham, and Park Ji-hwan. Additionally, The Manipulated, with Ji Chang-wook, Doh Kyung-soo, Lee Kwang-soo, and Jo Yeon-soo, is set to deliver a thrilling experience in the latter half of the year.
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These dramas, along with the others, are poised to capture the attention of audiences throughout 2025.
Disney+ unveils star-studded Korean drama lineup for 2025, featuring thrillers, historical dramas, and more
Disney+'s lineup of Korean dramas for 2025 features a mix of genres and top-tier talent. Here's a look at the highly anticipated shows set to premiere this year.
1) Unmasked
Release Date: January 15, 2025
Cast: Kim Hye-soo, Jung Sung-il
Unmasked (Korean: 트리거) is a Disney+ South Korean action thriller written by Kim Gi-ryang and directed by Yoo Sun-dong. Set in Seoul, it follows Oh So-ryong (Kim Hye-soo), chief of Trigger, an investigative program uncovering crimes overlooked by law enforcement. The team, along with PD Han Do (Jung Sung-il), races to expose perpetrators while fighting to save their careers after a controversial report.
2) Hyper Knife
Release Date: March 19, 2025
Cast: Seol Kyung-gu, Park Eun-bin, Yoon Chan-young, Park Byung-eun
Set to premiere on Disney+ in the first half of 2025, Hyper Knife is an eight-episode series. The story centers on Deok-hee, a skilled neurosurgeon, and his former mentee, Se-ok (Park Eun-bin). After Se-ok returns, their paths reconnect, leading to powerful interactions and significant character growth for both of them.
3) Knock-Off
Release Date: First half of 2025
Cast: Kim Soo-hyun, Jo Bo-ah
Knock Off tells the story of a man (Kim Soo-hyun) whose life is drastically altered by the 1997 Asian financial crisis, also known as the IMF crisis in Korea. As the crisis unfolds, he evolves from an average office worker to a key player in the global counterfeit market.
Directed by Park Hyun-suk, known for his hit dramas Stranger 2 (2020), Uncontrollably Fond (2016), and Song of the Bandits (2023), the Disney+ series promises to deliver an engaging and transformative narrative.
4) Nine Puzzles
Release Date: First half of 2025
Cast: Son Suk-ku, Kim Da-mi
Nine Puzzles is a Disney+ crime thriller that follows profiler Yi-na (Kim Da-mi), the only witness to an unsolved case from ten years ago. Detective Han-saem (Son Suk-ku) is convinced she is a suspect, however join forces with her to uncover the truth behind a serial murder case. Their investigation is sparked by the discovery of a mysterious puzzle piece, leading them on a path filled with dark secrets.
5) Low Life
Release Date: Second half of 2025
Cast: Ryu Seung-ryong, Yang Se-jong, Lim Soo-jung
Set in the 1970s, Disney+'s Low Life follows Oh Hee-dong (Yang Se-jong) and his uncle Oh Gwan-seok (Ryu Seung-ryong), who raised him and introduced him to the criminal world. Gwan-seok, willing to do anything for money, takes on a job to salvage treasure from a sunken ship off Shinan's coast.
However, rumors of the treasure attract a swarm of opportunists, complicating their plans. Adapted from Yoon Tae-ho's webtoon The Hooligans (파인), the series explores ambition and survival.
6) Tempest
Release Date: Second half of 2025
Cast: Jun Ji-hyun, Gang Dong-won, John Cho
Tempest is a Disney+ drama helmed by directors Kim Hee-won (Queen of Tears, Little Women) and Heo Myung-haeng, with a script by Jung Seo-kyoung. The story follows Moon-joo (Jun Ji-hyun), a seasoned diplomat and former U.S. ambassador, who is respected globally for her sharp judgment and decisive actions.
She uncovers political schemes tied to an assassination involving South and North Korea. Alongside her is San-ho (Gang Dong-won), a skilled mercenary with a shadowy past and unknown origins. Together, they delve into the truth behind this high-stakes incident.
7) The Murky Stream
Release Date: Second half of 2025
Cast: Rowoon, Shin Ye-eun, Park Seo-ham, Park Ji-hwan
The Murky Stream, a historical drama based on Chae Man-sik's novel Takryu (탁류), explores the journey of a man who ascends from a life of crime to achieve legendary status. This tale examines the intricate dynamics of power, ambition, and redemption, offering a deep dive into the transformation of an underworld figure into an enduring legend.
8) The Manipulated
Release Date: Second half of 2025
Cast: Ji Chang-wook, Doh Kyung-soo, Lee Kwang-soo, Jo Yeon-soo
Written by Oh Sang-ho, who is known for Taxi Driver and The Roundup: Punishment (The Outlaws 4), The Manipulated is a Disney+ action drama. The story centers on Tae Joong (Ji Chang-wook), an ordinary man whose life is upended when he is falsely accused and imprisoned for a horrific crime.
Claiming his innocence as he begins to uncover the truth, he learns that Yo Han (Doh Kyung-soo) is the mastermind behind his downfall. Fueled by rage, Tae Joong embarks on a relentless quest for revenge, delivering an intense narrative filled with thrilling action and emotional depth.
Fans worldwide are eagerly anticipating Disney+'s 2025 Korean drama lineup, with its diverse genres and stellar casts promising an unforgettable year of entertainment.
