Kdramas That Started and Ended
in August 2022
New Dramas that started in August:
Poong, The Joseon Psychiatrist, If You Wish Upon Me, and Good Job
Dramas that ended in August:
Jinxed at First, A Model Family, Minamdong Cafe, and Alchemy of Souls
There was a nice balance of new and finishing dramas this month that hit a multitude of genre. From serious melodrama to light-hearted historical, this month has it covered. So pick your favorite and settle in. Enjoy a few last binges before the summer ends!
New Dramas Starting in August
Poong, the Joseon Psychiatrist
♥ Premiere Date: August 1
♥# of Episodes: 12
♥Where to Watch: Viki
♥Genre: Historical Medical Drama
♥Starring: Kim Min Jae and Kim Hyang Gi
After being expelled from the royal palace, a young doctor moves to a small town for a fresh start. But a grumpy, old doctor there helps him find a renewed purpose by healing the hearts and minds of his patients, instead of just their bodes.
If You Wish Upon Me
♥ Premiere Date: August 10
♥# of Episodes: 16
♥Where to Watch: Viki
♥Genre: Medical Drama
♥Starring: Ji Chang Wook and Choi Soo Young
A young man with a tragic past is ordered to serve his community service at a hospice care center. The other volunteers at the care center have created a group called “Team Genie” who grant the final wishes of the patients who are brought there.
Good Job
♥ Premiere Date: August 24
♥# of Episodes: 12
♥Where to Watch: Viki
♥Genre: Mystery Romantic
♥Starring: Jung Il Woo and Kwon Yu Ri
A charming chaebol lives a double life as a private detective. But when he meets a young woman with a surprising secret power, it’s impossible to keep his identity a secret. And as she helps him solve an important case, his life becomes much more interesting.
Dramas Ending in August
Jinxed at First
♥ Finale Date: August 4
♥# of Episodes: 16
♥Where to Watch: Viki
♥Genre: Romantic Comedy
♥Starring: Seo Hyun and Na In Woo
Soo Gwang is known for his bad luck, which causes him to avoid people whenever possible. But he wasn’t always this way. Seven years ago he met a young woman who he dreams of whenever something bad is about to happen. So, when she suddenly shows up in his life again, asking him to help her, he isn’t sure if he wants to have anything to do with her. But he can’t overlook someone in need.
Alchemy of Souls
♥ Finale: August 28
♥# of Episodes: 20
♥Where to Watch: Netflix
♥Genre: Historical Fantasy
♥Starring: Lee Jae Wook and Jung So Min
In an unfortunate twist of fate, an elite warrior becomes trapped in the body of a poor servant woman. In frustration, she makes an offer to secretly train the noble she serves martial arts. But will their connection be enough to finally untangled their destinies.
Cafe Minamdang
♥ Finale Date: August 23
♥# of Episodes: 18
♥Where to Watch: Netflix
♥Genre: Mystery Comedy
♥Starring: Seo In Guk and Oh Yeon Seo
A former criminal profiler now makes a living posing as a fortune teller. But while he scams his clients for money, he can’t help trying to help them by solving any unsolved mysteries they have. When he and his team of scammers get involved with a just and eager detective, life gets interesting for all of them.
A Model Family
♥ Finale Date: August 12
♥# of Episodes: 10
♥Where to Watch: Netflix
♥Genre: Crime Thriller
♥Starring: Jung Woo and Park Hee Soon
On the brink of bankruptcy, a family finds themselves sucked into the dangerous and violent world of a drug ring. And as they fight to break free, they will be brought closer together as they learn that family is a lot more valuable than money.
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