The Story⚡
With the holiday season here, several K-dramas offer stories of moral dilemmas and personal struggles, available on major streaming platforms. This guide highlights standout titles available now on streaming platforms, blending mystery and moral questions.
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This month features several K-dramas available on various platforms, providing stories that examine human relationships and ethical decisions.
The Price of Confession
Yoon-soo finds her life disrupted when accused of her husband’s murder and, while in prison, receives an offer from inmate Mo-eun to confess to the crime in exchange for Yoon-soo committing another murder. The cast includes Jeon Do-yeon as Yoon-soo, Kim Go-eun as Mo-eun, Park Hae-soo as the prosecutor, and Jin Seon-kyu as the lawyer. Directed by Lee Jung-hyo and written by Kwon Jong-kwan, all 12 episodes are on Netflix.
Pro Bono
Kang David, a judge focused on career advancement, loses his position after a scandal and joins a law firm’s pro bono team to rebuild his life. Jung Kyung-ho stars as Kang David, with So Ju-yeon, Yoon Na-moo, Seo Hye-won, Kang Hyung-suk, and Lee Yoo-young in supporting roles. Directed by Kim Seong-yoon and written by Moon Yoo-seok, the 12 episodes are airing on tvN, with international access on Netflix.
Surely Tomorrow
Reporter Lee Kyeong-do covers a scandal involving the husband of his former partner Seo Ji-woo, leading to a reunion that tests their past connection. Park Seo-joon plays Kyeong-do, and Won Ji-an portrays Ji-woo. Directed by Lim Hyun-wook, the 12 episodes are available on Prime Video.
The Lake of That Day
A teacher investigates the circumstances surrounding a student’s death that happened during her short absence from class. The cast features Park Yoo-rim, Cha Mi-kyung, and Yoo Ji-wan. This one-episode short drama aired on tvN.
Housekeeper
Two close friends experience shifts in their bond after a mysterious housekeeper enters their lives. Yoon Sang-jung, Kang Na-eon, and Jang Young-nam lead the cast. Directed by Jung Woo-sik and written by Han Seol, this one-episode short drama aired on tvN.
Will You Be My Manager?
Japanese exchange student Hirose Hana, carrying a hidden secret, enrolls in an arts high school and forms ties with four acting students. Nonomura Kanon stars as Hana, alongside Ahn Jun-won, Yoon Do-jin, Yang Jun-beom, and Nam Min-su. Episodes began releasing on Viki.
Onion Soup After Hours
A man seeks answers about the removal of onion soup from a restaurant menu, which had been his source of solace. Lee Dong-hwi and Bang Hyo-rin appear in the lead roles. This one-episode drama aired on KBS2.
In Summary
These K-dramas present varied perspectives on life’s complexities. View them this December for narratives that prompt reflection on choices and connections.
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