New Premieres and Fun Finales in October 2024
October 2024 Korean Drama Premieres and Finales
Explore the latest Korean dramas that premiered and concluded in October 2024. Get drama general information and plot summaries, watch trailers, and find your next binge-worthy series.
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October 2024 Korean Drama Premieres
Discover the new Korean dramas that premiered in October 2024. Get information on premiere dates, episode counts, streaming platforms, genres, and lead actors. Dive into brief descriptions and watch the trailers to decide your next watch. And if you are having a hard time choosing, be sure to check out the drama rankings below.
- My Merry Marriage
- Family By Choice
- Doubt
- Jeongnyeon: The Star is Born
- A Virtuous Business
My Merry Marriage
Premiere Date: October 7, 2024
Number of Episodes: 120
Where to Watch: Viki
Genre: Family Drama
Starring Cast: Park Ha Na and Park Sang Nam
A fierce contract designer with an unyielding spirit unexpectedly finds herself living next door to her childhood friend, a once-free-spirited heir navigating the complexities of his past. Can they find happiness together as they rekindle their friendship amidst the challenges of modern relationships.
Family By Choice
Premiere Date: October 9, 2024
Number of Episodes: 16
Where to Watch: Viki
Genre: Romantic Drama
Starring Cast: Hwang In Youp and Jang Chae Yeon
A trio of friends once shared a beautiful, nurturing childhood under the guidance of their devoted fathers, are reunited as adults. But their renewed friendship is filled with unresolved emotions and the challenges of rekindling their once unbreakable connection.
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Doubt
Premiere Date: October 11, 2024
Number of Episodes: 10
Where to Watch: Viki
Genre: Psychological Thriller
Starring Cast: Han Seok Kyu and Chae Won Bin
A revered criminal profiler faces the ultimate test of loyalty and love when a chilling murder case uncovers a shocking connection to his own daughter. As he navigates the complexities of his role within the police force and the unraveling bond with his teenage daughter, his unwavering commitment to uncovering the truth is put to the test.
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Jeongnyeon: The Star is Born
Premiere Date: October 12, 2024
Number of Episodes: 12
Where to Watch: Hulu
Genre: Music Drama
Starring Cast: Kim Tae Ri and Shin Ye Eun
A spirited young girl from Mokpo dreams of dazzling the stage in Seoul after witnessing the mesmerizing performance of a Woman’s Theater Company. Despite her humble beginnings and lack of formal education, the singer embarks on her quest, she finds herself tangled in a fierce rivalry with a fellow trainee.
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A Virtuous Business
Premiere Date: October 12, 2024
Number of Episodes: 12
Where to Watch: Netflix
Genre: Business Comedy
Starring Cast: Kim So Yeon and Yeon Woo Jin
In the heart of rural Geumje in 1992, four women forge an unexpected path to independence and friendship by selling adult products door-to-door, challenging societal taboos in a time when even the mention of sex felt forbidden. Each sister brings her unique story in this tale of self-discovery and sisterhood.
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October 2024 Korean Drama Finales
Discover the new Korean dramas that aired finales in October 2024. Get information on finale dates, episode counts, streaming platforms, genres, and lead actors. Dive into brief descriptions and watch the trailers to see what great hits finished up last month and are just waiting for you to enjoy. And if you are having a hard time choosing, be sure to check out the drama rankings below.
- No Gain, No Love
- Su Ji and U Ri
- Black Out
- Love Next Door
- Pachinko Season 2
- Hellbound Season 2
- Love in the Big City
- Dear Hyeri
- Seoul Busters
- Dog Knows Everything
No Gain, No Love
Finale Date: October 1, 2024
Number of Episodes: 12
Where to Watch: Amazon Prime Video
Genre: Romantic Comedy
Starring Cast: Shin Min Ah and Kim Young Dae
A fiercely pragmatic woman, who has always prioritized financial security over emotional ties, finds herself on the verge of losing a coveted promotion. Out of desperation, she devises an unconventional strategy—recruiting a kind-hearted, part-time cashier with a knack for helping others, to play the role of her fake fiancé.
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Su Ji and U Ri
Finale Date: October 4, 2024
Number of Episodes: 128
Where to Watch: Viki
Genre: Romantic Drama
Starring Cast: Ham Eun Jung and BaekSung Hyun
A dazzling star psychiatrist’s relentless pursuit of success leads her to a breaking point. Balancing her high-profile career with a grueling schedule, she faces unexpected turmoil when a talented new doctor with a strong sense of justice, enters her life. Initially at odds due to their clashing priorities, their relationship takes a heartfelt turn as scandal disrupts her polished facade, revealing the vulnerability beneath..
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Black Out
Finale Date: October 4, 2024
Number of Episodes: 14
Where to Watch: Hulu
Genre: Psychological Thriller
Starring Cast: Byun Yo Han and Go Bo Gyeol
Two determined detectives delve into the dark heart of a village haunted by a past crime. The story follows a once-promising medical student whose life spiraled into chaos after a chilling act of violence. Now, returning home after years behind bars, the echoes of his past intertwine with the current unresolved murders of two young girls, leading him to confront the shadows of his own existence.
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Love Next Door
Finale Date: October 6, 2024
Number of Episodes: 16
Where to Watch: Netflix
Genre: Romantic Comedy
Starring Cast: Jung Hae In and Jung So Min
A brilliant architect with an effortlessly charming demeanor, reconnects with his childhood friend whose life took a different path. But they are no longer children, and life has changed a lot since the innocent memories and playful camaraderie of their youth. As they become reacquainted, they both begin to hope that they can put their awkward and complicated past behind them and move forward together as adults.
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Pachinko Season 2
Finale Date: October 11, 2024
Number of Episodes: 8
Where to Watch: Apple TV+
Genre: Historical melodrama
Starring Cast: Lee Min Ho and Kim Min Ha
The fierce battle between two fathers unfolds against the backdrop of an immigrant family’s unwavering pursuit of hope and survival. An esteemed judge with an unwavering moral compass, stands in stark contrast to a ruthless crime boss driven by a twisted form of paternal love.
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Hellbound Season 2
Release Date: October 25, 2024
Number of Episodes: 6
Where to Watch: Netflix
Genre: Supernatural Thriller
Starring Cast: Kim Hyun Joo and Kim Sung Cheol
A lawyer finds herself ensnared once more in the turmoil caused by the hellbound decrees. And as the religious factions, including the Arrowheads and the mysterious Sodo, society will try to discern whether these otherworldly beings are harbingers of justice or harbingers of something far more sinister.
Love in the Big City
Release Date: October 21, 2024
Number of Episodes: 8
Where to Watch: Netflix
Genre: BL Romance
Starring Cast: Nam Yoon Su and Lee Soo Kyung
A gay man grappling with the complexities of love and identity, shares his apartment and his heart with his straight roommate. And as he embarks on a soul-searching trip to Thailand, accompanied by a mysterious stranger, he will reflect on the past, confront his wounds, and emerge transformed.
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Dear Hyeri
Finale Date: October 29, 2024
Number of Episodes: 12
Where to Watch: Viki
Genre: Romantic Drama
Starring Cast: Shin Hye Sun and Lee Jin Wook
A news announcer yearns for fame while grappling with the emotional scars of her past. As fate brings her back together with her ex-boyfriend, now a beloved star announcer, the two uncover their shared wounds and embark on a healing journey.
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Seoul Busters
Finale Date: September 11, 2024
Number of Episodes: 20
Where to Watch: Hulu
Genre: Mystery Comedy
Starring Cast: Kim Dong Wook and Park Se Wan
A ragtag team of misfits from the Songwon Police Department’s 2nd Violent Crimes Unit find their lives transformed when they are joined by a brilliant and athletic new leader. Slowly they will learn to bond and collaborate, turning their lack of success into a series of hilarious and thrilling escapades.
Dog Knows Everything
Finale Date: October 31, 2024
Number of Episodes: 12
Where to Watch: Viki
Genre: Comedy Drama
Starring Cast: Lee Soon Jae and Kim Yong Gun
A trio of friends in their seventies navigate the ups and downs of life, proving it’s never too late to chase dreams and find adventure. But when one of them forms an unexpected bond with a retired police dog named Sophie, it helps reignites his passion for life.
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Overall Drama Rankings (As Rated by MyDramaList.com)
If you only like a certain kind of drama, you probably already have your next watch picked, but for those who watch a little of everything, the choices can be overwhelming. Here is a list of this month’s dramas in order, from highest ranked to lowest, according to MyDramaList.com.
October Premieres
- Family By Choice (8.6)
- Jeongnyeon: The Star is Born (8.2)
- A Virtuous Business (8.2)
- Doubt (7.8)
- My Merry Marriage (7.2)
October Finales
- Love in the Big City (8.7)
- Black Out (8.6)
- Love Next Door (8.4)
- No Gain, No Love (8.3)
- Pachinko Season 2 (8.3)
- Seoul Busters (8.2)
- Dog Knows Everything (8.0)
- Dear Hyeri (7.8)
- Hellbound Season 2 (7.5)
- Su Ji and U Ri (7.4)
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