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December 2024’s New K-Dramas On Disney+Hotstar, Netflix, Viki
December 2024’s lineup has something for all you (and me) K-drama addicts out there! From time-bending musicals to supernatural mysteries, from survival games to historical romances, there’s something for every viewer. Grab your snacks, clear your schedule, and prepare for a binge-watching month that will keep you glued to the screen!
K-drama LineUp For December 2024:
Time-Bending Musical Magic: Who Is She!
Imagine getting a second chance to chase your wildest dreams – at any age. Who Is She! brings this fantasy to life with a hilarious twist. Kim Hae-sook stars as Oh Mal-sun, a grandmother who magically transforms into a 20-year-old idol trainee. With Jinyoung and Chae Won Bin rounding out the cast, this KBS2 December 18th release is a heartwarming remake of the beloved Miss Granny film. Created by Squid Game mastermind Hwang Dong-hyuk, the drama promises to blend comedy, music, and pure imagination.
Survival Games Return: Squid Game Season 2
Netflix’s global phenomenon is back with a vengeance. Lee Jung-jae returns as Seong Gi-hun (Player 456), diving back into the deadly game with a mission to save other participants. Three years after his initial victory, Gi-hun comes with a new resolve, determined to expose the truth and stop the games once and for all. Joining him are Wi Ha-joon and Lee Byung-hun, promising another heart-stopping season of twists, turns, and moral dilemmas.
Supernatural Mysteries at the Light Shop
Disney+ Hotstar brings a chilling December offering with Light Shop. This horror-mystery brings together an all-star cast including Ju Ji-hoon, Park Bo-young, and Seolhyun. Set in a cryptic light shop where the living and dead intersect, the drama follows struggling individuals drawn to a mysterious place that holds the key to their past, present, and future. Ju Ji-hoon plays the shop’s guardian, while Park Bo-young portrays a nurse with a near-death experience, promising a spine-tingling narrative that blurs the lines between reality and the supernatural.
Family Revenge Meets Cinderella: Cinderella Game
Viki presents a thrilling family drama that turns the Cinderella story on its head. Na Young Hee and Han Groo lead a compelling cast in this revenge thriller about an orphaned woman who unexpectedly becomes a wealthy family’s heiress. But all is not as it seems – she quickly discovers she’s been manipulated as a pawn in an elaborate scheme. The drama promises a journey of personal growth, revenge, and ultimate justice.
Historical Charm Meets Modern Storytelling: Check in Hanyang
For those who love historical dramas with a twist, Viki and Netflix offer Check in Hanyang. Set in the Joseon era, this coming-of-age romance follows young interns at Yongcheonru, the grandest inn of its time. Bae In-hyuk and Kim Ji-eun lead a cast that brings to life the motto “The customer is king” with humor and heart. Releasing on December 21st, the drama promises to blend historical authenticity with youthful energy.
Go add your pick to your December Watch Lists!
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