September has already settled in, so get ready to jump into some new K-dramas. And oh, what a lineup this month has in store. You have got romance, you have got thrillers, you have got power plays, and even period Korean dramas. All these genres are showing up back-to-back.
Whether someone wants to sink into a tale of friendship, gasp at shocking twists, or escape into another era, there’s something on the screen ready to grab attention. So, are you excited to see what September is bringing? Let’s walk through the new arrivals one by one.
1. My Youth
The month opens on September 5 with My Youth, a drama that feels like it’s dipped in bittersweet nostalgia. Song Joong Ki and Chun Woo Hee take center stage, a pairing that already has fans buzzing. The story follows Sun Woo Hae, who only finds his footing in life later than most. And then there is Sung Je Yeon, a woman who has to give up her first love to chase ambition.
Their journey isn’t just about all the romance, though. It is about going through the messiness of growing up and learning to let go. It is also about rediscovering what really matters the most. For those who enjoy love stories that linger long after the episode ends, this one might be the week’s most comforting watch. It airs Fridays at 8:50 p.m. KST on JTBC and is also streaming on Viki. For viewers around the world, it’s just a click away.
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2. Queen Mantis
If you’re in the mood for something a little darker, Queen Mantis might just be your next pick. The show dropped on September 5, and it doesn’t waste a second before pulling you straight into the darkness. Go Hyun Jung steps into the role of Jung Yi Shin. He is better known as “The Mantis,” a serial killer with a terrifying reputation.
On the other side of the tale stands her distant son, portrayed by Jang Dong Yoon. Their broken relationship sits at the heart of the show. The plot twists around murders and long-buried secrets that keep resurfacing. The show is perfect for anyone who likes their weekends served with a whole lot of suspense. New episodes drop Fridays and Saturdays at 9:50 p.m. KST. You can catch them on Viki if you’re tuning in from outside Korea.
3. Confidence Queen
September 6 brought something fun to the table with Confidence Queen. It is a drama that swaps shadows for sparkle but keeps the smarts intact. Based on the Japanese hit The Confidence Man JP, this one makes scams feel like a stylish performance. Park Min Young shines as Yoon Yi Rang. She is a con artist who knows how to play the game with charm and flair. She’s joined by Park Hee Soon and Joo Jong Hyuk.
These partners-in-crime help pull off schemes that target the corrupt and powerful. The trio makes trickery look almost glamorous. Each con is sharper than the last. It’s quick, clever, and cheeky in all the right ways. It is perfect if you like a little mischief mixed into your weekend watchlist. Episodes air every Saturday and Sunday at 9:10 p.m. KST on TV Chosun.
4. Tempest
September 10 will flip the switch with Tempest, and it’s not going to hold back. Jun Ji Hyun takes on the role of Moon Ju, a UN ambassador suddenly thrown into chaos after an assassination attempt. Starring opposite her, Kang Dong Won plays San Ho, a mysterious agent hiding many secrets. He is a special agent with a whole lot of secrecy. His true intentions are always just out of reach. The tension between them simmers.
There are betrayals and revelations big enough to rattle the whole Korean Peninsula. With leads this strong and stakes this high, it feels like the kind of midweek drama that keeps you glued to the screen. New episodes will drop every Wednesday on Disney+. This Korean drama will give thriller fans plenty to circle on the calendar.
5. You and Everything Else
Netflix will release You and Everything Else on September 12, with all episodes available at once. This is the perfect binge for anyone who hates waiting week after week. The story takes us into the complicated friendship between Eun Jung (played by Kim Go Eun) and Sang Yeon (played by Park Ji Hyun). Their bond is messy, and it is tangled with admiration, jealousy, resentment, and love. This makes the show feel painfully real.
Kim Gun Woo joins the cast to stir things up further, giving the story even more texture. For those who enjoy dramas that spark conversation and explore friendship in its rawest form, this one could easily become your next obsession.
6. A Hundred Memories
September 13 will bring A Hundred Memories. It is a drama that leans into nostalgia with all the soft edges of the ’80s. At the story’s center are Go Young Rye (Kim Da Mi) and Seo Jong Hee (Shin Ye Eun). They are bus attendants figuring out life, love, and friendship in a world that feels simpler but no less complicated. Their story involves Han Jae Pil (Heo Nam Jun), too.
This adds both sweetness and inevitable heartache to the plot. Episodes will land on JTBC Saturdays at 10:40 p.m. and Sundays at 10:30 p.m. KST. Meanwhile, global viewers can find it on Viki. Perfect for anyone who likes their weekends dipped in a little warmth and longing.
7. Shin’s Project
September 15 will see the arrival of another amazing K-drama, Shin’s Project. Han Suk Kyu takes the lead as Mr. Shin, once a legendary negotiator who’s now flipping chicken at a small restaurant. But old habits die hard. His quick mind and past experiences keep pulling him back into solving other people’s messes, whether he wants to or not.
With Bae Hyeon Seong and Lee Re bringing a younger energy to the mix, the series will have humor with quiet depth. The show will prove how even the most ordinary settings can hide extraordinary stories. Episodes drop on Mondays and Tuesdays at 8:50 p.m. KST on tvN.
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8. To the Moon
September 19 brings To the Moon, a drama that doesn’t sugarcoat the grind of everyday life. At its heart are three women—Jung Da Hae, Kang Eun Sang, and Kim Ji Song—trying to stretch small paychecks while daring to dream bigger through the unpredictable world of cryptocurrency.
Played by Lee Sun Bin, Ra Mi Ran, and Jo Aram, their stories feel raw, messy, and all too familiar for anyone who’s ever balanced hope against hardship. Airing Fridays and Saturdays at 9:50 p.m. KST on MBC, it’s the kind of drama that might sting with its truths.
9. Walking on Thin Ice
September 20 drops Walking on Thin Ice, and it’s all about secrets colliding with the need for survival. Lee Young Ae steps in as Kang Eun Soo. She’s a mother willing to do whatever it takes to protect her family. But things spiral when she ends up tangled with Lee Kyung (played by Kim Young Kwang). Kwang is a teacher hiding a dangerous double life as a drug dealer.
What follows isn’t just suspense. It is that heavy, nerve-tingling kind where every choice feels like a trap. With moral lines blurring and danger creeping closer, this one’s set to keep weekends tight with tension. Catch it on KBS2 at 9:20 p.m. KST, with Viki streaming for fans abroad. This thrilling Korean drama might just become the thriller you can’t put down.
10. A Graceful Liar
Drama will thicken on September 22 with A Graceful Liar. This one spins a tale of tangled family ties where Cha Jung Won discovers her birth mother, Han Hye Ra, has stepped into her life again—but in a shocking way—as her stepmother-in-law.
With Lee Shi Ah and Lee Il Hwa leading, supported by Lee Seung Yeon, Choi Jong Hwan, Park Chul Ho, and Seol Jung Hwan, the story promises deceit, power struggles, and manipulation. The episodes will be airing weekdays at 7:50 p.m. KST on KBS2. It will be the kind of daily drama that builds slowly but hooks viewers with every reveal. For fans of family intrigue and messy battles of truth and lies, this Korean drama could easily turn into a guilty pleasure.
11. No Mercy
September 24 will turn the mood darker with the K-drama No Mercy. This revenge thriller follows Ha So Min, played by Lee Joo Young. Her life is shattered by a voice phishing scam that takes her parents. Armed with cutting-edge deepfake technology, she steps into the underworld of crime to seek justice.
With Ji Seung Hyun and Junhoe on board, the series promises plenty of suspense, blending themes of loss, technology, and revenge. It will be a mix of grief, technology, and vengeance. The release of the episodes is scheduled for Wednesdays and Thursdays at 9:40 p.m. KST on Dramax. This Korean drama promises intensity at every turn. If you love a revenge plot that feels smart and emotionally raw, mark this on the calendar.
12. First Lady
Also launching on September 24, First Lady will throw political ambition into disarray. Eugene stars as Cha Soo Yeon, a kingmaker who stands on the brink of becoming the nation’s first lady—only to have her husband, played by Ji Hyun Woo, demand a divorce just as victory is in sight. With Lee Min Young rounding out the cast, the drama will unravel personal betrayal against the backdrop of political power.
Airing Wednesdays and Thursdays at 10:20 p.m. KST on MBN—and streaming on Viki—this one is perfect for viewers who enjoy high-stakes personal drama mixed with political intrigue. Think this Korean drama might be your next midweek obsession?
13. The Murky Stream
On September 26, The Murky Stream will release. I will pull us straight into a rough-and-tumble Joseon where rules barely exist. Rowoon takes the lead as Si Yool. He is a man trying to outrun a shadowy past while living on the edge. Shin Ye Eun portrays Choi Eun, the merchant’s daughter who sees more than most.
Meanwhile, Park Seo Ham steps into the role of Jeong Cheon. Cheon will be seen clinging to the dream of becoming a rare kind of official. He wants to be a clean official who is untouched by corruption. But that is a tough dream to follow in a world like that. Their paths cross in a world where ambition, betrayal, and survival are always at play, whether you want them to or not. Episodes will drop on Disney+ worldwide on Fridays.
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14. Ms. Incognito
Closing out the month on September 29 is Ms. Incognito, a romance crime drama that mixes love, lies, and identity. Jeon Yeo Been plays Kim Young Ran, a bodyguard who enters a contract marriage with a terminally ill chaebol heir in hopes of turning her life around. But when she assumes a new identity as Boo Se Mi for three months, her life will unravel in unexpected ways.
Jung Jinyoung joins her in the cast, promising chemistry and tension in equal measure. Airing Mondays and Tuesdays at 10 p.m. KST on ENA and available on Viki, this Korean drama could easily sneak into viewers’ hearts as a surprising favorite. Are you excited to see where this story goes?
| Drama Name | Release Date | Where to Watch |
| My Youth | September 5 | JTBC/Prime Video |
| Queen Mantis | September 5 | Viki/Netflix |
| Confidence Queen | September 6 | TV Chosun/Prime Video |
| Tempest | September 10 | Disney+ |
| You and Everything Else | September 12 | Netflix |
| A Hundred Memories | September 13 | JTBC/Viki/Prime Video |
| Shin’s Project | September 15 | tvN |
| To the Moon | September 19 | MBC |
| Walking on Thin Ice | September 20 | KBS2/Viki |
| A Graceful Liar | September 22 | KBS2 |
| No Mercy | September 24 | Dramax |
| First Lady | September 24 | MBN/Viki |
| The Murky Stream | September 26 | Disney+ |
| Ms. Incognito | September 29 | ENA/Viki |
So, out of all these Korean dramas lining up this month, which one has you the most hyped? Let us know in the comments.
