Korean dramashave become increasingly popular, which is hardly surprising. While most fans used to solely adore romance K-dramas a few years ago, more and more people are giving thrillers and action dramas a shot, resulting in the production of some phenomenalK-dramas such asBloodhounds,The Glory, andConnect. As a result, the frequency with which these dramas are released has continued to rise, with more dramas becoming available every month.
In May 2024, for example, numerous long-awaited dramas were released, includingCrash,The Atypical Family, andThe Midnight Romance in Hagwon. While plenty more intriguing K-dramas are set to be released in 2024, we must first look forward to what’s coming in June. Luckily, a few fascinating dramas are coming out on various streaming platforms, ranging from a highly anticipated sequel to an action thriller to a peculiar romance drama. To that end, here is every Korean drama that will be released in June 2024.
The Player 2: Master of Swindlers
Streaming on Viki on June 3
Playerwas one of the finestaction K-dramasof 2018, but fans have been waiting forever for the sequel, which is finally here. Song Seung Heon will reprise his role as the lead in the second season, titledThe Player 2: Master of Swindlers; however, Krystal Jung will not.
Following the same formula as the previous season, the series revolves around a group of individuals, including a con artist, a hacker, a fighter, and a driver, who band together to steal illegally obtained money from the rich. The drama, consisting of 12 episodes,will be released on Viki on June 3, with new episodes airing weekly until July 9.
Streaming on Netflix on June 7
Korean dramas have always demonstrated versatility when catering to young audiences, andHierarchymay be the finest representation of the kind this year. Following the traditional hierarchical conceptsseen in Japanese anime,Hierarchyis set in Jooshin High School, the most prestigious academy in South Korea, run by the Jooshin Group.
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While only certain privileged students are permitted to enroll, Kang Ha, someone quite ordinary, somehow transfers to Jooshin High School. How will he survive in a place that values status above friendship and personality?Hierarchy, a seven-episode series, will be released on Netflix on June 7.
My Sweet Mobster
Streaming on Viki on June 12
My Sweet Mobsteris acomedy romance dramathat puts a unique spin on the idea of redemption. The drama, starring Uhm Tae Goo and Han Sun Hwa, follows Seo Ji Hwan, a former gangster who decides to leave his troubled past behind and begin a new life. As he dismantles his organization, he eventually comes across Go Eun Ha, his childhood friend who has now become a children’s content creator.
While Eun Ha has always been impressed by young Ji Hwan, she now feels it is her obligation to help him reclaim his innocence and be the beacon of hope that saves him from his dark past.My Sweet Mobsterwill be available on Viki on June 12.
Miss Night and Day
Streaming on Netflix on June 15
Miss Night and Dayis afantasy K-dramathat stars Lee Jung Eun, Jung Eun Ji, and Choi Jin Hyuk. The story revolves around Lee Min-Jin, a single woman in her 20s who one day awakens in the body of a 50-year-old woman named Lim Soon. However, during the night, she reverts to her 20-year-old self.
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Having struggled to find employment all these years, she realizes that Lim Soon is a highly intellectual lady and resolves to get a job while living her best life as Lee Min-Jin at night. However, she works for prosecutor Kye Ji-Woong, who finds his way into her nightlife, sparking an unexpected relationship.Miss Night and Daywill be released on Netflix on June 15.
Streaming on TV Chosun on June 22
DNA Loveris a unique love story about a woman obsessed with genetics. The drama, starring some of themost notable actors, such as Choi Si Won, Lee Tae Hwan, and Jung In Sun, follows So Jin, a genetics researcher who prefers her profession over her life. When she chooses to end her relationship with her boyfriend, she sets out to find the perfect and most compatible partner.
Ultimately, she ends up with two options: Yeon Woo, an obstetrician-gynecologist, and Kang Hoon, a firefighter. Will So Jin be able to find the ideal boyfriend between these two? Or will their actions significantly impact how she perceives things?DNA Loverwill air on Saturdays and Sundays on TV Chosun beginning June 22, although no streaming service has been revealed for the overseas premiere.
