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On September 12, Disney+ Korea shared a promotional video on their social media platforms. The video showcased sneak peeks of their upcoming K-dramas, which are scheduled to be released in the second half of 2024 and 2025.
In addition to the crime-comedy drama Seoul Busters, which recently premiered on September 11, the 2024 lineup includes two highly anticipated series. One of the standout titles is the crime thriller Gangnam B-Side, starring Ji Chang-wook. The other highly anticipated project is Light Shop, the latest creation from acclaimed webtoon writer Kang Full.
In 2025, Disney+'s lineup of K-dramas offers an exciting array of projects with a blend of thrilling storylines and top-tier talent. These series are set to captivate viewers with their fresh narratives and star power.
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These include Hyper Knife, starring Park Eun-bin, Knock Off, featuring Kim Soo-hyun, and Kim Da-mi, Son Suk-ku's Nine Puzzles. Made In Korea, starring Hyun Bin and Jung Woo-sung, and Tempest, featuring Jun Ji-hyun, are also on the lineup.
Disney+ K-drama lineup for the second half of 2024
1) Seoul Busters
Seoul Busters is a comedic television series that chronicles the transformation of the nation's lowest-ranked violent crimes unit into the country's top team under the leadership of a new, highly skilled captain. The drama features a talented cast, including Kim Dong-wook, Park Ji-hwan, Seo Hyun-woo, Park Se-wan, and Lee Seung-woo, among others.
The first four episodes of the drama premiered on September 11, 2024, on Disney+. The remaining episodes will be released every Wednesday, with episodes 5 and 6 scheduled for September 18 on Disney+.
2) Gangnam B-Side
Gangnam B-Side is a gripping crime drama that centers on an elite detective who has been demoted, a determined prosecutor, and a shadowy broker. They unite to take down the sinister forces lurking beneath Gangnam's vibrant nightlife.
This highly anticipated series reunites acclaimed actors Ji Chang-wook and Jo Woo-jin following their electrifying collaboration in the action-packed film Hard Hit.
3) Light Shop
Light Shop portrays the narratives of the living and the deceased, whose realms intertwine through a mystical lamp shop. This drama has garnered significant interest and is a highly anticipated project helmed by Kang Full, the creative mind behind Disney+'s successful series Moving.
Further, the show boasts an impressive ensemble cast, including renowned actors such as Park Bo-young, Joo Ji-hoon, Um Tae-goo, Seolhyun, Bae Sung-woo, Lee Jung-eun, Park Hyuk-kwon, Kim Min-ha, Kim Dae-myung, Kim Sun-hwa, Shin Eun-soo, and Kim Ki-hae.
Disney+ K-dramas to anticipate in 2025
1) Hyper Knife
Hyper Knife, an upcoming series of eight episodes, is set to premiere on Disney+ during the first half of 2025. The narrative revolves around the captivating tale of a neurosurgeon named Deok-hee, a mentor, and his former mentee, Se-ok. Their paths cross once again after Se-ok's return, leading to intense encounters and profound character development for both individuals.
The drama boasts an exceptional cast, including Park Eun-bin from Extraordinary Attorney Woo (2022), Sol Kyung-gu, Park Byung-eun, and All of Us Are Dead (2022) fame Yoon Chan-young.
3) Knock Off
Knock Off is a captivating tale that follows the journey of a man whose life takes an unexpected turn due to the devastating impact of the 1997 Asian financial crisis, aka the IMF crisis in Korea. This sees him transition from an ordinary office worker to a prominent figure in the global counterfeit market.
The film stars the talented Kim Soo-hyun and Jo Bo-ah. It is helmed by the acclaimed director Park Hyun-suk, renowned for his successful dramas such as Stranger 2 (2020), Uncontrollably Fond (2016), and Song of the Bandits (2023).
4) Nine Puzzles
Nine Puzzles is a mystery thriller that revolves around the journey of profiler Yi-na, the sole witness of an unsolved case from a decade ago. Detective Han-saem remains steadfast in his belief that she is a suspect.
Together, they embark on a quest to unravel the secrets of a chilling serial murder case, ignited by the discovery of an enigmatic puzzle piece. This drama stars the talented Kim Da-mi and Son Suk-ku in the leading roles.
5) Tempest
The drama Tempest revolves around the narrative of Moon-ju, a diplomat who has garnered international acclaim as a former ambassador to the United States. She embarks on a quest to uncover the truth concealed behind a significant case with San-ho, a special agent of undisclosed nationality.
Jun Ji-hyun and Kang Dong-won have been cast as the principal characters in this drama. The forthcoming drama is a collaboration between screenwriter Jung Seo-kyung and director Kim Hee-won, who previously collaborated on Little Women (2022).
6) Made in Korea
This Disney+ political period drama series, Made In Korea portrays a narrative set against significant events in Korea's modern and contemporary history during the 1970s. The confirmed stellar cast includes Hyun-bin, Won Ji-an, Seo Eun-soo, Cho Yeo-jeong, Jung Sung-il, and Jung Woo-sung.
In addition to the dramas mentioned above, the Disney+ lineup also includes Trigger, starring Kim Hye-soo, Jung Sung-il, and Joo Jong-hyuk, and Low Life, starring Ryu Seung-ryong, Im Soo-jung, and Yang Se-jong. Additional details, like release dates, have not been announced in the promotional video.
