source : tvn_dramaAugust is about to get seriously exciting. We’re leaning into fantastical battles, heartfelt healing, courtroom drama, and even time travel. These are the Korean dramas I’m most excited about—and trust me, you’ll want to add them to your weekend binge list.
Mary Kills People Heals Through Death
Premieres August 1 / MBCLead:Lee Bo
Young, Kang Ki Young, Lee Min Ki
This remake of the Canadian series flips death into compassion. Woo So Jung (Lee Bo Young), an ER doctor, helps terminally ill patients die with dignity—illegally but purposely. Alongside is Choi Dae Hyun (Kang Ki Young), a former plastic surgeon, and a determined detective Jo Hyun Woo (Lee Min Ki) who’s tracking them.
Technically it’s a medical thriller, but it’s filled with moral dilemmas. The next episode? Could deliver courtroom chaos, emotional reckonings, and unexpected alliances. Episode one alone is making viewers pause and think.
My Lovely Journey Becomes a Healing Road Trip
Premieres August 2 / VidioLead:
Gong Seung Yeong
Escape is the new therapy in My Lovely Journey. Kang Yeo Rum, a former idol turned travel reporter, goes globe-trotting to rediscover peace. She’s chasing landscapes, interviews, and her own lost identity.
Adapted from a Japanese novel, it’s less about fame and more about finding what makes life feel good. Imagine solo train rides, heartfelt epiphanies by sunrise, and warm café conversations that heal you from the inside out.
Beyond the Bar Sharpens Legal Wits with Heart
Premieres August 2 / NetflixLead:
Jung Chae Yeon, Lee Jin Wook
Ever watch a legal drama with my-law-school-but-she’s-shy energy? That’s Kang Hyo Min (Jung Chae Yeon), a confident new lawyer trying to fit in at firm Yullim. She clashes and learns from her senior lawyer Yoon Seok Hoon (Lee Jin Wook), whose courtroom presence is legendary.
Expect quick wit, ethical dilemmas, and an arc from rookie nerves to confident attorney swagger. It’s perfect for anyone who loves character growth against a backdrop of justice.
Love, Take Two Revives Hearts and Old Flames
Premieres August 4 / ViuLead:
Yum Jung Ah, Park Hae Joon
This is *duets, springtime romance, and second-chance love. Single mom Lee Ji An (Yum Jung Ah) has her world turned upside down when her teenage daughter rebels—and her first love Ryu Jeong Seok (Park Hae Joon), a fellow single parent, re-enters her life.
They both have kids. They both have baggage. Yet, love blooms. This story moves slowly, but with the kind of warm chemistry that hits deep. Prepare for teasers of nostalgia and gentle forgiveness.
Our Golden Days Celebrates Everyday Triumphs
Premieres August 10 / VidioLead:
Jung Il Woo, Jung In Sun, Yoon Hyun Min
If you’ve ever questioned your “golden age,” this might answer it. Lee Ji Hyeok (Jung Il Woo) realizes true fulfillment only after reaching rock bottom. Around him are Ji Eun Oh (Jung In Sun), his supportive friend, and Park Sung Jae (Yoon Hyun Min), a wealthy guy with hidden loneliness.
This is the kind of family drama that tugs at your heart with honest emotion—no flashy villains, just introspection and quiet triumph.
My Troublesome Star Delivers Sweet, Quirky Time Travel
Premieres August 14 / ENALead:
Uhm Jung Hwa, Jang Da Ah, Song Seung Heon
Imagine being a top celebrity and waking up five years later as a middle-aged woman with amnesia. That’s Im Se Ra, now Bong Cheong Ja (Uhm Jung Hwa). With a detective’s help (Song Seung Heon), she tries piecing together her lost fame and identity.
This is romance meets whimsical drama meets gentle laughs. Past meets present in kitchens, street markets, and in the mirror. Expect culinary therapy, newfound friendship, and serendipitous self-discovery.
Twelve Unveils Zodiac Guardians and One Forbidden Evil
Premieres August 23 / KBSLead:
Ma Dong Seok, Park Hyung Sik
If fantasy action is your jam, meet the 12 Zodiac Angels protecting Korea from evil spirits. When Ogui (Park Hyung Sik) resurfaces, ancient loyalties fracture. With Tae San (Ma Dong Seok) guiding the new recruits, magic meets myth in neon‑lit shadows.
Park Hyung Sik as the dark villain? Yes—genuinely unsettling. The CG, folklore, and sharp tension promise a visual feast.
Bon Appetit Your Majesty Blends Royal Intrigue and Time Travel
Premieres August 23 / NetflixLead:
Im Yoon Ah, Lee Chae Min
Here’s the tastiest twist in time travel. Yeon Ji Young (Im Yoon Ah), a celebrated chef, wakes up 500 years in the past—frozen in palace politics and royal taste tests. Her “boss”? A tyrannical foodie king Lee Heon (Lee Chae Min).
She cooks modern meals in an ancient court. He critiques with royal rigor. Together? They might just rewrite history. It’s mouth-watering enough to want subtitles and snacks side by side.
Final Thoughts on August’s Drama Lineup
No colons, no over-the-top promises—just eight dramas that span fantasy, romance, healing, and legal grit. Each one brings something unique: complex heroines, supernatural battles, second-chance love, and emotional realism.
Every Friday or weekend, there’s something fresh to stream, scream over, and deep-dive into on Reddit or Discord. So grab your snacks, queue up the apps, and treat yourself—you deserve this K-drama lineup.
Let me know if you’d like episode recaps, behind-the-scenes teasers, or fandom spotlight pieces next!