Here all the K-dramas that are going to premiere in May 2024.
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Frankly Speaking (2024)
Main Cast: Go Kyung Pyo, Kang Han Na, Joo Jong Hyuk
Starts Airing On: 1 May 2024
“Frankly Speaking” introduces Go Kyung Pyo as Song Ki Baek, a dedicated news anchor known for his impeccable reputation and adherence to rules.
Song Ki Baek’s life takes an unexpected twist after a shocking accident leaves him with a unique condition that makes it impossible for him to tell a lie.
Watch It On: Netflix
The Atypical Family (2024)
Main Cast: Jang Ki Yong, Chun Woo Hee, Go Doo Shim
Starts Airing On: 4 May 2024
“Although I Am Not a Hero” also known as “The Atypical Family” narrates the journey of a man belonging to a supernatural lineage, whose exceptional abilities fade away due to the weight of real-life challenges.
Along his path, he encounters a unique woman, brought together by destiny.
The drama is skillfully directed by Cho Hyun Tak, known for his work on the popular series “SKY Castle.”
The script is penned by writer Joo Hwa Mi, renowned for her work on “Marriage, Not Dating.”
Watch It On: Disney +
The Midnight Romance in Hagwon (2024)
Main Cast: Jung Ryeo Won, Wi Ha Joon, So Ju Yeon
Starts Airing On: 11 May 2024
The story takes place in Daechi, a famous neighborhood in Korea known for its private education system.
The main focus of the plot is on an instructor who helps a student named Lee Joon Ho in his journey to get into a prestigious university.
Lee Joon Ho eventually comes back to the academy as a rookie instructor, leaving his corporate job behind, all because he is still in love with his former teacher, Seo Hye Jin.
Watch It On: Viki
Crash (2024)
Main Cast: Lee Min Ki, Kwang Sun Young and Heo Sung Tae
Starts Airing On: 13 May 2024
“Crash” follows the adventures of the Traffic Crime Investigation Team (TCI), specializing in car-related crimes like insurance fraud and retaliatory driving.
Cha Yeon Ho (Lee Min Ki), a logical thinker from KAIST, and Min So Hee (Kwak Sun Young), a skilled investigator with a calm demeanor and empathetic nature, work together to solve unique traffic crime cases.
Together, they delve into the world of leka, call jump, and autonomous driving, uncovering the hidden truths behind these unusual incidents.
Watch It On: Disney +
Dare to Love Me (2024)
Main Cast: Kim Myung Soo, Lee Yoo Young, Lim Young Ju, Bae Jong Ok
Starts Airing On: 13 May 2024
“Dare to Love Me” is a Korean drama that tells the story around the unlikely bond between Shin Yoon Bok, a traditionalist from Seongsan village, and his art instructor, Kim Hong Do, who is known for his daring and direct approach.
Watch It On: Viki
Uncle Samsik (2024)
Main Cast: Song Kang Ho, Byun Yo Han, Jin Ki Joo, Lee Kyu Hyung and Seo Hyun Woo.
Starts Airing On: 15 May 2024
“Uncle Samsik” is a Korean drama takes place in South Korea during the 1960s.
Chronicles the bromance between Park Doo Chil (Song Kang Ho) and Kim San (Byun Yo Han).
Explores the challenges they encounter during a tumultuous period in the country’s history.
Watch It On: Disney +
The 8 Show (2024)
Main Cast: Ryu Jun Yeol, Chun Woo Hee, Park Jeong Min, Lee Yeol Eum, Park Hae Joon and Lee Joo Young
Starts Airing On: 17 May 2024
8 individuals facing financial difficulties are selected to participate in the reality-variety program Money Game.
The contestants must endure living in a studio with bare concrete walls for a total of 100 days.
If they successfully complete the challenge, they will have the opportunity to split the grand prize of 44.8 billion won equally among themselves.
Watch It On: Netflix
Bitter Sweet Hell (2024)
Main Cast: Kim Hee Sun, Lee Hye Young, Kim Nam Heem, Kwon Hae Hyo, Hwang Chan Sung and Yeonwoo
Starts Airing On: 24 May 2024
“Bitter Sweet Hell” narrates the tale of Young Won, Korea’s top psychological counselor, and her mother-in-law Sa Gang.
The story revolves around Young Won, a renowned psychological counselor in Korea, and her mother-in-law Sa Gang as they come face to face with each other’s secrets and truths, all because of their husband and son.
Watch It On: –
Connection (2024)
Main Cast: Ji Sung, Jeon Mi Do, Kim Kyung Nam and Kwon Yool
Starts Airing On: 24 May 2024
“Connection” is a Korean drama that tells a gripping tale of friendship and betrayal as friends come together to solve the mystery surrounding the death of a high school friend who left behind a substantial amount of insurance money.
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