Must-watch K-dramas: From 'Last Summer' to 'Dynamite Kiss', new releases heating up November 2025

November is packed with major K-drama premieres, marking the final wave of big releases before the new year’s lineup begins. From gripping thrillers to sweet rom-coms, this month offers an exciting mix of genres that promise serious binge-watching. Here are the must-watch K-dramas lighting up November 2025.

'Last Summer' kicked off the month on November 1, starring Lee Jae-wook, Choi Sung-eun, and Kim Gun-woo. Directed by Min Yeon-hong, the story follows an architect who returns home from the U.S. and reconnects with his childhood friend, now a local civil servant. Their reunion rekindles old feelings and unearths painful secrets about his twin brother.

You can stream Last Summer on Viki, with episode three having aired on November 8.

The romantic comedy 'Nice to Not Meet You' premiered on November 3, featuring Lee Jung-jae, Lim Ji-yeon, and Kim Ji-hoon, and directed by Kim Ga-ram. The story follows a frustrated actor tired of being typecast and a serious journalist demoted to cover entertainment news. Their professional clashes soon turn into a surprising and humorous workplace romance.

New episodes drop on Prime Video, with episode three airing on November 10.

Premiering on November 5, the intense thriller 'The Manipulated' has already gripped audiences. Starring Ji Chang-wook, Doh Kyung-soo, and Lee Kwang-soo, and directed by Park Shin-woo and Kim Chang-ju, the series tells the story of an ordinary man wrongly framed for a crime. After losing everything, he discovers the mastermind behind his downfall and embarks on a dark quest for revenge.

The first four episodes are out now, with episode five releasing on November 13 on Disney+.

Premiering on November 6, 'Dear X' delves into the dark side of fame with Kim Yoo-jung, Kim Young-dae, and Kim Do-hoon in lead roles. Directed by Lee Eung-bok and Park So-hyun, the drama follows Baek Ah-jin, a glamorous top actress who hides a ruthless, manipulative side beneath her perfect public image. As her world begins to unravel, only her childhood friend knows her true self.

Catch Dear X on Viki, with episode five airing on November 13.

The historical fantasy 'Moon River' premiered on November 7, starring Kang Tae-oh, Kim Se-jeong, and Lee Shin-young. Directed by Lee Dong-hyun, the story revolves around a magical soul swap between two people , a crown prince who has forgotten how to smile, and a traveling merchant who has lost her memories. Together, they navigate their intertwined fates in a beautifully crafted period setting.

Stream Moon River now on Viki.

The highly anticipated romantic comedy 'LOVE.exe' is set to premiere on November 13. Starring WEi’s Yohan and Hwang Bo Reum Byeol, the show explores a quirky clash between two very different worlds, a model-influencer with millions of followers and a brilliant computer engineering student who’s completely clueless about love and dating.

Get ready for the empowering female-led dramedy 'No Next Life', debuting on November 10. Starring Kim Hee-sun, Han Hye-jin, and Jin Seo-yeon, and directed by Kim Jeong-min, the series follows three friends in their forties who are done juggling work, motherhood, and endless expectations. Together, they decide to chase the better, more fulfilling lives they’ve always dreamed of.

This inspiring story about second chances streams on Netflix.

The chaotic rom-com 'Dynamite Kiss' exploded onto screens on November 12. Starring Jang Ki-yong, Ahn Eun-jin, and Kim Mu-jun, and directed by Kim Jae-hyun, it tells the story of a single woman who pretends to be a married mother to get a job at a baby products company. Trouble (and romance) begin when she accidentally kisses her handsome team leader.