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Netflix continues to expand its global content offerings with a focus on South Korean entertainment in 2025. The global streaming platform has even collaborated with the major South Korean television network, SBS. This partnership raises the expectations of a diverse mix of genres in content, such as K-dramas, variety shows, movies, and animations to global audiences.
With several new shows and returning fan favorite artists, fans of all genres are eagerly looking forward to new content across multiple categories on Netflix.
Variety shows, k-Dramas, movies and more to expect on Netflix in 2025
1) SBS Inkigayo (2015-2025)
Inkigayo is a South Korean music program aired live every Sunday on SBS. It showcases popular artists performing on stage from the SBS Open Hall in Seoul.
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2) Running Man (2015-2025)
Running Man is a popular South Korean variety show that first aired in 2010, featuring games and missions. Celebrating over a decade of success, it will now stream on Netflix as part of an SBS partnership.
3) Single’s Inferno: season 4
Single's Inferno is a South Korean dating reality series on Netflix hosted by Hong Jin-kyung, Lee Da-hee, Kyuhyun, Hanhae, and Dex. Its fourth season is set to premiere on January 14, 2025.
4) My Little Old Boy (2021-2025)
My Little Old Boy is a South Korean reality show aired every Sunday on SBS since August 26, 2016. It features celebrities' daily lives through the perspective and commentary of their mothers.
5) TV Animal Farm (2022-2025)
TV Animal Farm is a South Korean show on SBS, airing since 2001, that focuses on animals, their welfare, and relationships with humans.
Hosted by Shin Dong-yup, Jeong Seon-hee, Tony Ahn, and Joy, it educates viewers and has even influenced animal rights legislation.
6) Universe League Whenever You Get a Chance: Seasons 1 and 2
Universe League is a 2024 SBS boy group survival show featuring 42 contestants split into three teams: Beat, Rhythm, and Groove. Competing through five stages, the final team will debut under F&F Entertainment.
With star-studded casts featuring top Korean actors, the upcoming Korean dramas on Netflix in 2025 promises to deliver compelling stories and captivating performances. Here's a sneak peek at the exciting dramas to expect next year on Netflix:
1) When the Stars Gossip
Release Date: January 4, 2025
Cast: Lee Min-ho, Gong Hyo-jin, Oh Jung-se, Han Ji-eun, Kim Joo-heon
This sci-fi romantic comedy on Netflix, introduces viewers to Gong Ryong (Lee Min-ho), a doctor on a space station, and Commander Eve Kim (Gong Hyo-jin), a perfectionist on her first mission.
Their unlikely love story unfolds against the backdrop of space exploration, offering a fresh twist on romance.
2) Weak Hero Class 2
Release Date: January 2025
Cast: Park Ji-hoon, Ryeoun, Bae Na-ra, Lee Min-jae, Lee Jun-young
A sequel to the action-packed Weak Hero Class, this series returns on Netflix. Set in a high school ruled by bullies, the story centers on Shi Eun (Park Ji-Hoon), a mysterious new student whose brutal fighting skills challenge the established hierarchy.
3) Squid Game (Season 3)
Release Date: Summer 2025
Cast: TBA
After the massive success of the first season, Netflix's Squid Game also returns for its third installment, though details on the cast and plot remain under wraps.
The series, known for its intense survival games, promises more thrills and suspense in its highly anticipated return.
4) Revelations
Release Date: 2025
Cast: Ryu Jun-yeol, Shin Hyun-been
This thriller, directed by Yeon Sang-ho, follows Min-chan (Ryu Jun-Yeol), a pastor seeking revenge after a divine revelation convinces him that Yang-rae, a man he meets at church, is responsible for his son’s abduction.
The drama explores the conflict between faith and cruelty.
5) Aema (Season 1)
Release Date: 2025
Cast: Lee Ha-nee, Bang Hyo-rin, Jin Seon-kyu, Jo Hyun-chul
Aema is a comedy-drama revolving around an actress replaced by a former nightclub dancer after a dispute with the production studio.
The show on Netflix promises a mix of humor and drama as it explores the challenges and rivalries within the entertainment industry.
6) Trauma Code: Heroes on Call (Season 1)
Release Date: 2025
Cast: Ju Ji-hoon, Choo Young-Woo, Yoon Gyung-Ho, Ha Young, Jeong Jae-Kwang
This medical drama follows Baek Kang Hyuk (Ju Ji-hoon), a genius trauma surgeon leading a team at a university hospital.
The series delves into the challenges faced by the trauma team as they navigate high-pressure situations while dealing with financial constraints.
7) Karma (Season 1)
Release Date: 2025
Cast: Park Hae-soo, Shin Min -Ah, Lee Hee-Joon, Kim Sung-kyun, Lee Kwang-soo
Karma is a crime thriller that weaves together the lives of four individuals bound by an inescapable fate. Each character struggles with their past and present, narrating a tale of crime and destiny.
8) All the Love You Wish For (Season 1)
Release Date: 2025
Cast: Kim Woo-bin, Bae Suzy, Ahn Eun-jin, Steve Noh, Go Gyu-pil
A romantic comedy that follows Genie (Kim Woo-bin), a spirit with emotional excess, and Ga Young (Bae Suzy), a woman lacking emotions.
After Ga Young accidentally releases Genie from his lamp, the two form a unique bond filled with comedy and romance.
9) As You Stood By (Season 1)
Release Date: Late 2025
Cast: Jeon So-nee, Lee You-mi, Jang Seung-jo, Lee Moo-saeng
This mystery-thriller, based on a beloved Japanese novel revolves around two childhood friends. One of them commits a crime, leading to a tense investigation and a reflection on their shared history.
10) Can This Love Be Translated? (Season 1)
Release Date: 2025
Cast: Kim Seon Ho, Go Youn Jung, Lee Yi Dam, Choi Woo Sung, Fukushi Sota
This romantic comedy explores the comedic misunderstandings between a multilingual interpreter and a renowned actress.
As they spend more time together, their relationship deepens, leading to moments of mutual understanding and growth.
11) Cashero (Season 1)
Release Date: 2025
Cast: Lee Jun Ho, Kim Hye Joon, Kim Byung Chul, Kim Hyang Gi, Kang Han Na
This action-packed drama featuring tells the story of an ordinary man with superhuman strength that is directly tied to the amount of money he possesses.
The series promises an intriguing mix of fantasy and action as the protagonist teams up with a lawyer to fight against powerful enemies.
12) Hong Rang (Season 1)
Release Date: 2025
Cast: Lee Jae-wook, Jo Bo-ah, Jung Ga-ram, Uhm Ji-won, Park Byung-eun
Set in the late Joseon Dynasty, Hong Rang (Lee Jae-wook) follows the mysterious return of Hong Rang, who vanished as a child.
This historical thriller will uncover secrets surrounding Hong Rang’s disappearance and his complex relationship with his half-sister, Jae Yi (Jo Bo-ah).
13) Mantis
Release Date: 2025
Cast: Yim Si-Wan, Park Gyu-Young, Jo Woo-Jin
A spin-off of Kill Boksoon, Mantis stars Yim Si Wan as an ace assassin returning to the violent underworld. With rivals vying for the top spot, the series promises high-octane action and thrilling twists.
14) Mercy for None (Season 1)
Release Date: 2025
Cast: So Ji-Sub, Ahn Kil-Kang, Lee Bum-Soo, Gong Myung, Heo Joon-Ho
This crime drama follows Gijun (So Ji-Sub), a former fighter in the criminal underworld who seeks vengeance after the murder of his brother.
As he embarks on a mission to find his brother’s killers, the series explores themes of loyalty, revenge, and power.
15) The Price of Confession (Season 1)
Release Date: 2025
Cast: Jeon Do-yeon, Kim Go-eun, Park Hae-soo, Jin Seon-kyu, Choi Young-joon
This drama follows Ahn Yoon Soo (Jeon Do-yeon), a teacher whose life is turned upside down by an unexpected incident. The mysterious Mo Eun (Kim Go-eun) reaches out to her, setting the stage for a story of intrigue, secrets, and personal growth.
16) Trigger (Season 1)
Release Date: 2025
Cast: Kim Nam-gil, Kim Young-kwang, Woo Ji-hyun, Gu Hyun
This action-thriller delves into the rising number of illegal firearm incidents in South Korea.
Detective Lee Do (Kim Nam-gil), a former sniper, tracks down the underground arms dealer responsible for the spike in violence.
17) Two Women (Season 1)
Release Date: 2025
Cast: Kim Go-eun, Park Ji-hyun, Kim Gun-woo
This drama explores the complex lives of two women in their 40s who reflect on their friendship and life choices while facing the realities of illness and mortality.
18) When Life Gives You Tangerines (Season 1)
Release Date: 2025
Cast: IU, Park Bo-gum, Moon So-ri, Park Hae-joon, Lee Chun-moo
This drama follows Ae Soon (IU), a rebellious woman with dreams of becoming a poet, and Gwan Shik (Park Bo-gum).
He is a man who deeply supports her despite his lack of knowledge of romance. The drama promises a heartfelt exploration of love and self-discovery.
19) Bloodhounds (Season 2)
Release Date: End of 2025
Cast: Woo Do Hwan, Lee Sang Yi, Rain, Hwang Chan Sung
The action-crime series returns with Woo Do Hwan and Lee Sang Yi, who once again confront the powerful elites in the world of money-lending.
Fans can expect more intense confrontations as the series continues its high-stakes narrative.
20) Good News
Release Date: TBA
Cast: Sul Kyung-gu, Hong Kyung, Ryoo Seung-bum
This action-thriller, set in 1970, follows a group determined to hijack an airplane by any means necessary.
21) Love Untangled
Release Date: TBA
Cast: Shin Eun-soo, Gong Myung, Cha Woo-min, Yoon Sang-hyeon, Kang Mi-na
Set in 1998, this coming-of-age romance follows Park Se-ri (Shin Eun-Soo), a student who believes that straightening her curly hair will help her confess her feelings. The series explores youthful love and self-acceptance.
22) Lady Doir (Season 1)
Release Date: TBA
Cast: Shin Hye-sun
Netflix's Lady Doir follows Sara Kim (Shin Hye-sun), a woman who will go to any lengths to fulfill her ambitions of becoming a luxury brand. This crime-thriller on Netflix, promises suspenseful twists as Sara navigates the dangerous path to success.
23) The Confidence Man (Season 1)
Release Date: TBA
Cast: Park Min-young, Joo Jong-hyuk, Park Hee-soon
A comedic crime series, that follows a team of con artists who target corrupt figures in society. Their elaborate schemes promise a mix of humor and tension as they attempt to outwit their targets.
Additionally in 2025, Netflix will showcase an array of a rich variety of genres in movies too. Here's a list of movies to expect on Netflix next year:
1) Veteran 2 / I, the Executioner
Release Date: TBA
Cast: Hwang Jung-min, Jung Hae-in
In the sequel to Ryoo's 2015 film Veteran, seasoned detective Seo Do-cheol joins forces with rookie detective Park Sun-woo to track down a ruthless serial killer in a tense and high-stakes investigation.
2) Amazon Bullseye
Release Date: TBA
Cast: Ryu Seung-ryong, Jin Seon-kyu, Yeom Hye-ran, and Go Kyung-pyo
Former archery champion Jin-bong (Ryu Seung-ryong) embarks on a perilous journey to the Amazon, where he encounters three divine warriors and a quirky interpreter. Together, they return to Korea, with Jin-bong’s future hanging in the balance.
3) Lim Young-woong: I’m Hero the Stadium
Release Date: TBA
Cast: Lim Young-woong
The film highlights Lim's Seoul concert, blending live footage with behind-the-scenes preparation.
4) Hopeless
Release Date: TBA
Cast: Hong Xa-bin, Song Joong-ki ,Kim Hyeong-seo
The film follows teenager Yeon-gyu, who, seeking to escape his harsh reality, gets entangled in crime after meeting local gang boss Chi-geon (Song Joong-ki).
5) Dog Days
Release Date: TBA
Cast: Youn Yuh-jung, Yoo Hae-jin, Kim Yun-jin, Jung Sung-hwa, Kim Seo-hyung, Daniel Henney, Lee Hyun-woo, Tang Jun-sang
Min-sang (Yoo Hae-jin) tries to get close to architect Min-seo (Youn Yuh-jung) by targeting Jin-yeong and her dog. Meanwhile, Jin-woo (Tang Jun-sang) and Hyeon (Lee Hyun-woo) become involved as people’s lives connect through their pets.
6) Alienoid: Return to the Future
Release Date: TBA
Cast: Ryu Jun-yeol, Kim Tae-ri, Kim Woo-bin.
The sequel to Alienoid follows humans and monks racing to return to the present, uncovering hidden secrets amid a fierce battle for a powerful sword.
Additionally South Korean animated movie Pinkfong and Hogi: New Friend Ninimo is one of the animated releases of Netflix in 2025
With the combination of K-dramas, movies, variety shows, and animations, Netflix in partnership with SBS is poised to offer a dynamic mix of entertainment in 2025.
