7 New K-Dramas Hitting Netflix This Holiday Season That Will Take Over Your Watchlist

Published 11/28/2025, 10:28 PM EST

The world is currently in the grip of a Hallyu wave, and at the crest of this cultural surge stands the South Korean drama, or K-drama. No longer a niche fascination, these series have become cornerstones of global entertainment, offering viewers compelling narratives, stunning cinematography, and unforgettable performances. From sweeping historical epics to tense modern thrillers and heartwarming romances, Netflix’s K-dramas offer a diverse escape. The platform's offering is about to expand dramatically, giving K-drama enthusiasts even more reasons to tune in.

For every viewer devoted to the intricate plots and emotional depth of Korean series, seven compelling new titles are set to grace the Netflix screens soon.

The Price of Confession (Season 1)

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The plot centres on An Yun Su, a woman whose humble life is shattered when her husband is murdered, leading to her being the prime suspect. While imprisoned, she encounters Mo Eun, a mysterious inmate known as a witch, and the two women strike a dangerous deal. Their arrangement forces them both down a twisted path, uncovering deep, concealed secrets as lawyers and prosecutors investigate the case.

This long-awaited mystery thriller stars Jeon Do Yeon and Kim Go Eun and promises 12 episodes of suspense.

Release Date: December 5, 2025

The next series will take viewers in the rooms of law and justice.

Pro Bono (Season 1)

Kang David, a highly successful judge with an obsession for materialism and efficiency, faces an unexpected crisis that forces him to resign. He joins an underfunded public interest law team, becoming a pro bono lawyer. The series chronicles his chaotic and transformative journey as he works alongside passionate colleagues to pursue genuine justice, facing his own flawed values along the way.

This weekly series delivers twelve episodes blending comedy and law, featuring Jung Kyung Ho as the lead.

Release Date: December 6, 2025, New Episodes: Saturday, Sunday

The next series unites the world of friendship and identity one hold behind their social media accounts.

True Beauty (Season 1)

The series centres on Lim Joo Kyung, a high school girl who becomes worshipped after transforming herself into a social media makeup star, fearful of revealing her bare face. Lee Su Ho is the only boy who has seen her without makeup, and despite his cold exterior, he is caring. As they confide in one another, sharing their secrets, the pair develops a meaningful, close relationship.

This incredibly popular licensed comedy-romance series, comprises 16 episodes.

Release Date: December 11, 2025

Next is a movie merging tense situations with science fiction.

The Great Flood (2025)

Planet Earth is devastated by a great flood, forcing people like AI researcher An Na and security team member Hee Jo to fight for survival within a sinking apartment building. Hee Jo is determined to rescue An Na from the disaster, but his intense focus on her raises unsettling questions about who is truly behind the crisis and why her survival is so critical.

This Netflix original movie runs for 106 minutes, offering high-stakes action, drama, and science fiction.

Release Date: December 19, 2025

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The next piece is a series which will make viewers to understand the minds who defends criminals.

I Dol I (Season 1)

Maeng Se Na is a talented lawyer who has earned the nickname lawyer for villains due to her reputation for defending unpopular criminal cases. In private, she is a devoted fan of the boy band Gold Boys. When the band’s vocalist is suddenly implicated as a suspect in a murder case, she takes on his defense, uncovering a startling, unexpected truth.

This new weekly series provides 12 episodes, combining elements of comedy, law, and romance.

Release Date: December 22, 2025, New Episodes: Monday, Tuesday

The next series will divert the viewers from criminal minds to telekinetic minds.

Cashero (Season 1)

The story introduces Kang Sang Ung, a public servant with a very expensive superpower: his superhuman strength is directly proportional to the amount of cash he possesses, which depletes with every use. Supported by his efficient girlfriend, he joins a secret team of quirky heroes, including a telekinetic powered by calories, to protect the world from villains and maintain his own precarious finances.

This highly anticipated fantasy action-drama, adapted from a webtoon, is scheduled for 8 episodes.

Release Date: December 26, 2025

The last in the list is as series which will take viewers in a fun narrative where they will explore what it takes for a person to secure the job

Dynamite Kiss (Season 1)

Kong Ji Hyuk, who leads a team at a baby products company, is surprised by a new temporary employee, Ko Da Rim, who kisses him unexpectedly. He mistakenly assumes he is involved with a married woman, unaware that his new colleague has fabricated her personal background, including having a husband and a child, in order to secure the job.

This returning weekly comedy-romance series is slated for 14 episodes.

Release Date: December 29, 2025, Episodes: Wednesday, Thursday

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With a diverse slate spanning high-octane action, tense mysteries, lighthearted Korean romance series, and insightful legal dramas, Netflix is cementing its role as the ultimate destination for K-drama enthusiasts this December.

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Which K-drama you are going to wait eagerly for? Let us know in the comments below.

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Soma Mitra

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Soma is a journalist at Netflix Junkie. With a postgraduate degree in Mass Communication, she brings production experience from documentary films like Chandua: Stories on Fabric. Covering the true crime and docu-drama beat, she turns psychological thrillers into sharp, audience-aware storytelling.

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