September 2025 promises a diverse slate of K-dramas, with Netflix leading the charge with original series, highly anticipated melodramas, and intense thrillers. The month also marks the conclusion of several popular ongoing series, making it a significant period for Korean drama enthusiasts. The lineup includes a dark thriller based on the French series La Mante, a stylish crime drama featuring a con artist, and an emotional drama exploring love and loss.
“Queen Mantis” is a dark thriller that follows a detective forced to confront his jailed serial killer mother to catch a copycat killer. The series stars Go Hyun-jung, Jang Dong-yoon, Cho Seong-ha, and Lee El and is scheduled to premiere on September 5.
“Confidence Queen” introduces Yi-rang, a clever con artist who leads a team of tricksters. The series highlights their daring scams and stylish execution, promising an exciting and entertaining viewing experience. Park Min-young, Park Hee-soon, and Joo Jong-hyuk star in this Amazon Prime original, set to release on September 6.
“Tempest” involves a diplomat and a special agent who must uncover a conspiracy after a presidential candidate is shot. The series, starring Jun Ji-hyun, Gang Dong-won, John Cho, Lee Mi-sook, and Park Hae-joon, is scheduled for release on Disney+ on September 10.
“You and Everything Else” explores the complexities of lifelong friendship, following two friends who reunite as one faces the end of their life. The series stars Kim Go-eun, Park Ji-hyun, and Kim Gun-woo, with a Netflix release planned for September 12.
“Mantis” is a new action film from Netflix and a sequel to Kill Boksoon. The film features Yim Si Wan as a top assassin caught in a power struggle, starring alongside Park Gyu Young and Jo Woo Jin. It is set to premiere on September 26.
In addition to these premieres, two ongoing dramas will conclude in September: “Beyond the Bar,” a courtroom drama starring Lee Jin Wook and Jung Chae Yeon, and “Bon Appétit, Your Majesty,” a fantasy romance featuring Lim Yoon A as a chef transported to the Joseon era.