May 2024 – Kdrama Comings and Goings
May 2024 - Kdrama comings and goings
Premieres and Finales You Can't Miss
Welcome to May 2024 – Korean Drama Comings and Goings
Explore the latest Korean dramas that premiered in May 2024 and those that concluded their epic journeys. Stay updated with the most anticipated shows and their captivating storylines.
May 2024 - Kdrama Comings and Goings
Unveiling May 2024's Korean Dramas
Welcome to our comprehensive guide on the Korean dramas that premiered in May 2024 and those that aired their finales throughout the month. This post aims to provide you with detailed insights into each drama, including premiere and finale dates, episode counts, genres, streaming platforms, and lead actors. Dive into the world of Korean entertainment and stay informed about the latest trends and must-watch shows.
Premieres in May 2024
Discover the newest Korean dramas that made their debut in May 2024. From heartwarming romances to thrilling adventures, this section covers all the essential details you need to know about each premiere.
Finales in 2024
Bid farewell to some of the most beloved Korean dramas that concluded in May. This section provides a summary of each finale, ensuring you don’t miss out on any significant moments from these unforgettable series.
May 2024 - Kdrama Comings and Goings
May 2024 Drama Premieres
Frankly Speaking
Premiere Date: May 1
# of Episodes: 12
Where to Watch: Netflix
Genre: Romantic Comedy
Starring: Go Kyung Pyo and Kang Han Na
A respected announcer, suddenly finds himself in a crisis when a disease causes him to speak without a filter. As he navigates this new challenge, he catches the attention of an enthusiastic TV variety show writer who is intrigued by his unfiltered language.
The Atypical Family
Premiere Date: May 4
# of Episodes: 12
Where to Watch: Netflix
Genre: Romantic Fantasy
Starring: Jang Ki Yong and Chun Woo Hee
A family with supernatural powers are forced to watch their unique powers fade away as they face modern-day challenges like depression, insomnia, bulimia, and smartphone addiction. But when an unusual woman enters their lives, everything begins to change.
The Brave Yong Soo Jung
Premiere Date: May 5
# of Episodes: 120
Where to Watch: Viki
Genre: Melodrama
Starring: Uhm Hyun Kyung and Seo Joon Young
A young woman learns to navigate the challenges of her personal and professional life, including a complicated romantic entanglement. And as their families become intertwined things will only get more complicated.
The Midnight Romance in Hagwon
Premiere Date: May 11
# of Episodes: 16
Where to Watch: Viki
Genre: Romantic Drama
Starring: Jung Ryeo Won and Wi Ha Joon
A former pupil returns as an instructor, reigniting a long-buried flame with the academy teacher. But now that he is older and more mature, can he finally win her heart, as he has always dreamed? Working together certainly can’t hurt.
Dare to Love Me
Premiere Date: May 13
# of Episodes: 16
Where to Watch: Viki
Genre: Romantic Comedy
Starring: Kim Myung Soo and Lee Yoo Young
A disciplined scholar from a small village is entrusted with the task of preserving the heritage of the Joseon Dynasty. But his world takes a turn when he meets a modern woman weary of life’s struggles.
Crash
Premiere Date: May 15
# of Episodes: 12
Where to Watch: Hulu
Genre: Mystery Action
Starring: Lee Min Ki and Kwak Sun Young
A pair of police officers will try to unravel the truth behind unusual traffic crime cases with the Traffic Crime Investigation Team. Together they will investiage things like insurance fraud and retaliatory driving.
Uncle Samsik
Premiere Date: May 15
# of Episodes: 16
Where to Watch: Hulu
Genre: Historical Business
Starring: Song Kang Ho and Byun Yo Han
Set in the world of 1960s South Korea, an enduring bromance is formed between two young men. They will work together to try to navigate the turbulent times of war and strive to create a better future for their country.
The 8 Show
Premiere Date: May 17
# of Episodes: 8
Where to Watch: Netflix
Genre: Psychological Thriller
Starring: Ryun Jun Yeol and Chun Woo Hee
8 desperate individuals compete for a life-changing prize on the reality-variety show Money Game. Their goal is to survive 100 days in a studio with inflated prices for every necessity, all for a chance to win 44.8 billion won.
Connection
Premiere Date: May 24
# of Episodes: 16
Where to Watch: Viki
Genre: Crime Thriller
Starring: Ji Sung and Jeon Mi Do
After the death of an old friend from high school, a detective will try to unravel a sinister drug conspiracy. And with the help of a successful reporter, he will uncover deceptions and lies from those he thought he could trust.
Bitter Sweet Hell
Premiere Date: May 24
# of Episodes: 12
Where to Watch: Viki
Genre: Mystery Thriller
Starring: Kim Hee Sun and Lee Hye Young
A celebrity psychiatrist teams up with her mother-in-law, a famous mystery writer, to uncover the truth behind her husband’s affair and save her family from ruin. But can they discover the truth behind his dangerous mistress?
May 2024 - Kdrama Comings and Goings
May 2024 Drama Finales
The Third Marriage
Finale Date: October 23
Episodes: 132
Watch on: Viki
Genre: Melodrama
Starring: Oh Seung Ah and Yoon Sun Woo
A cheerful chef , navigates a web of betrayal and revenge after her friend’s affair with her husband. As alliances shift and secrets unravel, the two women find themselves surrounded by hatred and resentment.
Love is Like a Cat
Finale Date: May 6
Episodes: 12
Watch on: Viki
Genre: BL Rom-Com
Starring: Mew Suppasit Jongcheveevatn and JM
A global superstar learns some unexpected lessons about life and love while working at a pet daycare. And as his bond grows with the daycare’s director he will learn to overcome his past trauma and move forward with his life.
Nothing Uncovered
Finale Date: May 18
Episodes: 16
Watch on: Viki
Genre: Mystery Thriller
Starring: Kim Ha Neul and Yeon Woo Jin
Reporter Seo Jung Won, known as the Villain Hunter, teams up with her ex-lover, Detective Kim Tae Heon, to unravel a shocking incident that plunges them into the dark world of serial murders.
Blood Free
Finale Date: May 8
Episodes: 10
Watch on: Hulu
Genre: Sci-Fi Thriller
Starring: Ju Ji Hoon and Han Hyo Joo
A futuristic look at a world where meat consumption is forever changed by genetically engineered cultured meat. But a group of people will begin to doubt the decisions surrounding CEO Yoon Ja Yoo’s vision for the company.
The Midnight Studio
Finale Date: May 6
Episodes: 16
Watch on: Viki
Genre: Romantic Fantasy
Starring: Joo Won and Kwon Na Ra
A photographer join forces with a passionate lawyer as they navigate the supernatural realm, aided by the ghost of an Assistant Manager and a detective. And as each spirit comes to be photographed, they will make their final requests.
Escape of the Seven: Resurrection
Finale Date: May 18
Episodes: 16
Watch on: Viki
Genre: Mystery Thriller
Starring: Uhm Ki Joon and Hwang Jung Eum
This sequel dives into a story of redemption and resurrection as another round of the famous survival game begins. And as the seven fight to win their lives and the prize money, secrets will unravel and loyalties will be tested.
Lovely Runner
Finale Date: May 28
Episodes: 16
Watch on: Viki
Genre: Fantasy Romance
Starring: Byeon Woo Seok and Kim Hye Yoon
A Fan is transported back 15 years into the past, to meet her favorite idol in his high school self. And she is determined to alter his future and save him from a tragic death.
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