16 New K-drama and K-shows Releasing in May 2025

May 2025 is shaping up to be a golden month for K-drama and Korean entertainment lovers worldwide. With a dynamic lineup of romantic dramas, mystery thrillers, historical epics, action-packed comedies, and intense reality shows, Korean content is once again pushing boundaries and touching hearts.

The month begins with tender love in “Spring of Youth,” dives into mind games with “The Devil’s Plan” Season 2, travels back in time in “Dear Hongrang,” and ends with the gripping action-comedy “Good Boy.” With 16 fresh titles set to hit platforms like Netflix, SBS, Disney+, and Prime Video, fans across genres will find stories that entertain, move, and thrill.

Here’s a detailed breakdown of every K-drama and K-show arriving this May:

Springtime Love, Campus Life & Reignited Dreams

Starting off the month on May 6, Spring of Youth arrives on SBS and Viki, starring Ha Yoo Joon and Park Ji Hu. It tells the charming story of a K-pop idol who loses fame and finds himself in college, only to discover love and a new passion for music. This youthful tale of reinvention and rediscovery is perfect for those looking for feel-good storytelling with musical charm.

Alongside it, Netflix returns with the much-awaited The Devil’s Plan Season 2, where intellect and manipulation reign supreme. Contestants including Ha Seok Jin and Bu Sung Kwan face cerebral challenges in a high-stakes survival game show that combines strategy with social dynamics under PD Jung Jong Yeon’s keen direction.

Romance, Culinary Sparks & Second Chances

From May 12, Netflix serves us Tastefully Yours, a delicious blend of romance and gourmet drama. Kang Ha Neul plays a chaebol heir, while Go Min Si plays a passionate chef. They clash and connect over food in Jeonju while co-running a restaurant, leading to simmering chemistry that’s bound to delight food and romance lovers alike.

Meanwhile, tvN and Viki drop Second Shot at Love, a romantic comedy with Girls’ Generation’s Sooyoung and Gong Myoung. Sooyoung’s character, a self-proclaimed “reasonable drinker,” tries to win back her first love—who despises alcohol—by giving up drinking entirely. It’s a light-hearted tale of transformation and second chances.

Real Lives, Documentaries, and Fierce Comebacks

May 13 sees the release of Lee Soo Man: King of K-pop on Prime Video. This intimate documentary charts the groundbreaking journey of SM Entertainment’s founder, highlighting his pivotal role in putting Korean music on the global map.

May 15 brings back the powerful story of Shark: The Beginning in the revamped six-part series Shark: The Storm on TVING. Kim Min Seok plays a former inmate who takes up MMA fighting to start anew, only to be challenged by a deadly rival, played by Lee Hyun Wook.

Mystery, History & Emotions Untangled

On May 16, Netflix premieres Dear Hongrang, a historical romance-thriller led by Lee Jae Wook and Jo Bo Ah. The drama explores memory loss, familial suspicion, and a tender connection between a man who returns after 12 years and his doubtful half-sister.

Comedy, Heart, and Identity Crossovers

If you’re in the mood for humor, The Director’s Hater (May 23 on MBC) blends sports and satire. Park Sung Woong plays a flailing basketball coach who reluctantly teams up with his online critic to save his job.

May 24 sees Netflix bring Our Unwritten Seoul, a heartfelt romance involving twin sisters Yoo Mi Ji and Yoo Mi Rae (both played by Park Bo Young), who switch lives and discover unexpected love and meaning.

Reality Love, Ghost Clients & Starlit Longing

Better Late Than Single (May 27 on Netflix) invites singles to spend nine days under one roof, undergoing style makeovers and heart-opening experiences to seek true love. It’s ideal for fans of dating reality formats.

Also on May 30, MBC offers Labour Attorney Noh Moo Jin (Oh My Ghost Clients), a delightful comedy-action fusion starring Jung Kyung Ho as a labor lawyer who can see ghosts and resolve workplace conflicts with supernatural flair.

That same day, Lost in Starlight becomes Netflix’s first Korean animated film. Featuring voices from Kim Tae Ri and Hong Kyung, it narrates a poetic long-distance relationship between an astronaut and a musician—a visual and emotional treat for dreamers.

Bold Action & A Comic Closer

Wrapping up the month is Good Boy (May 31 on Prime Video), a high-energy comic action drama where former athletes, including Park Bo Gum’s boxing champ character, trade medals for police badges. They take on corruption in the force, combining humor, action, and heartfelt camaraderie.

And although the date is yet to be announced, Wavve brings ONE: High School Heroes, an action-packed teen drama about forming a vigilante squad to challenge a school’s power dynamics. Expect punches and powerful messages.

SERP Table: New K-dramas & K-shows in May 2025

This May, Korean drama fans can look forward to an emotional rollercoaster—from first love and family secrets to action-packed adventures and psychological showdowns. With so many stories set to drop, now’s the perfect time to update your watchlist and clear your calendar.

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