August 2025: A K-Drama Feast for Every Mood
K-drama fans, clear your schedules! August is bringing a diverse lineup of new shows, spanning genres from dark thrillers to sweet romances, and even fantasy superhero action. Here are the 9 must-watch K-dramas dropping this month:
1. Mary Kills People
Release Date: August 1, 2025
Genre: Black Comedy, Medical Thriller
Synopsis: A doctor moonlighting as an assisted euthanasia provider faces a deadly investigation. Expect suspense with a darkly humorous edge.
Cast: Lee Bo-young, Lee Min-ki, Kang Ki-young
Watch on: MBC, TVING
2. Beyond the Bar
Release Date: August 2, 2025
Genre: Legal, Workplace Drama
Synopsis: Rookie lawyer with justice on her mind battles high stakes under a tough mentor at a top law firm. Legal battles, real cases, and office drama await.
Cast: Lee Jin-wook, Jung Chae-yeon, Lee Hak-joo
Watch on: JTBC, Netflix
3. My Lovely Journey
Release Date: August 2, 2025
Genre: Slice of Life, Romance
Synopsis: Former idol turned travel journalist finds healing and love on the road — a heartfelt story of self-discovery and second chances.
Cast: Gong Seung-yeon, Yoo Jun-sang, Kim Jae-young
Watch on: Channel A, Viki
4. Love, Take Two
Release Date: August 4, 2025
Genre: Romantic Comedy
Synopsis: Single mom and her medical student daughter escape to the countryside, where the mother rekindles an old flame and new connections bloom.
Cast: Yum Jung-ah, Park Hae-joon, Choi Yoon-ji
Watch on: tvN, Viu
5. Our Golden Days
Release Date: August 9, 2025
Genre: Family Drama
Synopsis: Multi-generational family bonds are tested and strengthened through life’s ups and downs in this heartwarming drama.
Cast: Jung Il-woo, Jung In-sun, Chun Ho-jin
Watch on: KBS2, KOCOWA+
6. My Troublesome Star
Release Date: August 18, 2025
Genre: Romantic Comedy, Fantasy
Synopsis: After a freak accident, a former top actress wakes up 25 years later as an ordinary middle-aged woman with no memory of her past — hilarity and heart ensue.
Cast: Uhm Jung-hwa, Song Seung-heon, Jang Da-ah
Watch on: ENA, Genie TV
7. Aema
Release Date: August 22, 2025
Genre: Comedy, Historical Drama
Synopsis: Dive into 1980s Korea’s film scene with two starlets shaking up the male-dominated industry while filming the iconic “Madame Aema.”
Cast: Honey Lee, Bang Hyo-rin, Jin Sun-kyu
Watch on: Netflix
8. Twelve
Release Date: August 23, 2025
Genre: Fantasy, Superhero, Action
Synopsis: Twelve heroes embodying the zodiac animals battle evil spirits to protect Korea in this visually striking fantasy epic.
Cast: Ma Dong-seok, Park Hyung-sik, Seo In-guk, Sung Dong-il
Watch on: Disney+
9. Bon Appétit, Your Majesty
Release Date: August 23, 2025
Genre: Historical Romantic Comedy, Time Travel
Synopsis: A modern-day top chef time-travels to the Joseon Dynasty and finds herself cooking for a tyrant king who’s also a food lover — expect laughs, romance, and tasty drama.
Cast: Yoona, Lee Chae-min, Kang Han-na
Watch on: tvN, Netflix
Ready, Set, Binge!
August 2025 is shaping up to be an unforgettable month for K-drama lovers. Whether you crave thrilling medical mysteries, laugh-out-loud rom-coms, or epic fantasy battles, there’s something here for you.
What’s your most anticipated series? Drop your picks in the comments or share this guide with your K-drama squad!
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