Top 7 K-Dramas to Stream on Netflix This November 2024: The Trunk, When the Phone Rings, and More
On October 28, 2024, Netflix revealed an exciting array of seven new Korean dramas scheduled for release this November. The collection includes a diverse mix of titles, such as the love-triangle story Love in Contract, which debuted in 2022, and intriguing Netflix originals like When the Phone Rings, a suspenseful thriller revolving around a couple’s life-threatening situation triggered by an abductor’s phone call.
Audiences will have the chance to explore various genres, ranging from romantic comedies and contract marriage narratives to thrilling romances, zombie apocalypses, and historical dramas. The series feature talented casts, including renowned actors like Gong Yoo, Yoo Yeon-seok, Lee Yi-kyung, Lim Ji-yeon, and others.
Below is a detailed lineup of the upcoming K-dramas on Netflix for November 2024, including their plots and scheduled release dates that you should mark on your calendar.
1) Mr. Plankton
Mr. Plankton, directed by Hong Jong-chan (known for Her Private Life and Juvenile Justice), follows the journey of Hae-jo (Woo Do-hwan), a man stigmatized for being unaware of his true paternity. After receiving life-changing news, he embarks on a quest to find his father.
Joining him is his ex-girlfriend Jo Jae-mi (Lee Yoo-mi), who has always aspired to have a family and is engaged to Eo Heung (Oh Jung-se), the heir of a family-owned food business. Unfortunately, Eo Heung’s family, particularly his mother, Beom Ho-ja (Kim Hae-sook), has reservations about Jae-mi. The family eventually relents to the marriage when Jae-mi reveals she is pregnant.
The plot thickens on their wedding day when Jae-mi elopes with Hae-jo in search of his father. This romantic comedy consists of 10 episodes and is set to premiere on Netflix on November 8.
2) Love in Contract
Love in Contract, first released in 2022 and directed by Nam Sung-woo (notable for My Lovely Liar and My Roommate Is a Gumiho), centers around the charming Choi Sang-eun (Park Min-young), a professional in the contract marriage industry. With her exceptional skills, she presents herself as the ideal partner for clients without engaging in actual marriages.
This unique arrangement allows her clients to enjoy single life without committed relationships. She plays the role of wife to her client of five years, the enigmatic Jung Ji-ho (Go Kyung-pyo), on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays, while also developing unexpected feelings for him.
Her romantic tension intensifies as she also has feelings for another client, the illustrious actor Kang Hae-jin (Kim Jae-young), with whom she shares a contract marriage on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays. A love triangle unfolds from this mix of professional and personal stakes. The series includes 16 episodes and will be available on Netflix starting November 11.
3) Marry You
Characterized as a ‘matchmaking romance,’ Marry You follows island bachelor Bong Cheol-hui (Lee Yi-kyung), who checks all boxes to evade marriage. The story dives into the dilemmas faced by Jung Ha-na (Jo Soo-min), a fervent opponent of marriage.
She joins a hastily organized ‘Marriage Fraud Promotion Team’ established specifically to ensure Bong Cheol-hui ties the knot. Under the direction of Yoon Yeo-chang (from Hot Blooded Detective and Secret Visitor), this rom-com is set to release on November 16 and will consist of 12 episodes.
4) Zombieverse: New Blood
Following the success of its first installment, Zombieverse: New Blood promises to deliver more thrills, humor, and action in an expanded universe beyond Seoul. This new season is led by directors Park Jin-kyung (noted for My Little Television) and Moon Sang-don (known for Welcome, First Time in Korea?).
Fans of this unscripted reality series can expect entertainment as returning cast members unite with fresh faces for the new season. Participants will face cunning undead foes and endure challenging quests to survive.
Some returning cast members include Ro Hong-chul, Lee Si-young, DinDin, Dex, TSUKI, and YIOMBI PATRICIA. New entrants include celebrated musical artists and beloved personalities like CHO SAEHO, Defconn, TAEYEON, Yook Sung-jae, Code Kunst, KWON EUNBI, Kim Seon-tae, and Andre Rush. The series, featuring seven episodes, will be available on November 19.
5) When the Phone Rings
When the Phone Rings, adapted from the web novel The Number You Have Dialed by Geon Eomul Nyeo, explores the lives of a “Show Window”couple. Directed by Park Sang-woo (who also worked on The Forbidden Marriage and Never Twice), the drama follows Baek Sa-eon (Yoo Yeon-seok), a young presidential spokesman from a prominent political lineage.
Sa-eon’s impressive résumé boasts experience as a war correspondent, hostage negotiator, and anchor. He has been married to Hong Hui-ju (Chae Soo-bin), daughter of a newspaper mogul, for three years. Following a childhood incident, Hui-ju became mute and now serves as a sign language interpreter in court and on television.
Their marriage is one of convenience; for three years, they have not shared conversations or meals. However, their façade of a perfect marriage shatters when Hui-ju is abducted by an unidentified individual, transforming their lives drastically. This gripping series will have 12 episodes, debuting on Netflix on November 22.
6) The Tale of Lady Ok
Transporting audiences to the Joseon era, The Tale of Lady Ok introduces us to Ok Tae-young (Lim Ji-yeon), a brilliant legal expert known for her intellect, dedication, and athletic prowess. She assists those in dire straits and earns the community’s respect.
Yet, Ok Tae-young harbors a secret—her identity, marital status, and social standing are all fabricated. Her life takes an unexpected turn when she meets Cheon Seung-whee (Choo Young-woo), a storyteller traveling the country. Enchanted by Ok Tae-young at first sight, he is determined to remain by her side and provide his assistance. Viewers seeking a romantic historical drama can catch this series premiering on November 30, directed by Jin Hyeok (known for Sisyphus: The Myth and Doctor Stranger). The show will comprise 16 episodes.
7) The Trunk
The Trunk, helmed by Kim Kyu-tae (famous for Our Blues and Moon Lovers: Scarlet Heart Ryeo), tells the story of reclusive music producer Han Jeong-won (Gong Yoo), who unexpectedly finds himself in a contract marriage with Noh In-ji (Seo Hyun-jin), an employee at a matchmaking service called NM (New Marriage).
Ironically, it is Jeong-won’s ex-wife, Seo-yeon, who arranges this “second wife”scenario through the agency, attempting to rekindle their past romance. In-ji, who experiences loneliness despite her role of meeting different contract spouses yearly, becomes entwined in Jeong-won’s life.
A mysterious trunk unearthed from a lake introduces chaos into their world, leading to the revelation of secrets and events connected to the matchmaking agency. Based on the novel Trunk by Kim Ryeo-ryeong, this drama will debut on Netflix on November 29 and will consist of eight episodes.
Keep an eye out for further updates regarding these exciting K-dramas coming to Netflix.
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