The Busan International Film Festival is once again spotlighting the biggest names in K-drama. This year’s “On Screen” section brings three star-studded series to the big screen before their official streaming release — and fans are already buzzing.
What Dramas Are Premiering at BIFF 2026?
On August 25, BIFF confirmed that its “On Screen” section will feature three major titles: Lee Jae Wook and Go Min Si’s Netflix mystery series Dead-End Job, Disney+’s fantasy romance The Remarried Empress, and Son Suk Ku’s crime thriller Road (working title).
This special section is designed to bring the year’s most anticipated new dramas to a cinematic audience ahead of their streaming debut.
Look at Each Drama
| Drama | Platform | Lead Cast | Genre |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dead-End Job | Netflix | Lee Jae Wook, Go Min Si, Kim Min Ha, Lee Hee Joon | Mystery/Fantasy |
| The Remarried Empress | Disney+ | Shin Min Ah, Ju Ji Hoon, Lee Jong Suk, Lee Se Young | Fantasy Romance |
| Road | Netflix | Son Suk Ku, Nagayama Eita, Kim Shin Rok | Crime Thriller |
What Makes Each Series Stand Out?
Dead-End Job, directed by Kim Da Min, uses a mysterious part-time job as its backdrop, blending grounded realism with inventive mystery elements. The Remarried Empress comes from director Jo Soo Won, known for hit romances like I Hear Your Voice, and boasts a powerhouse ensemble cast. Meanwhile, Road is helmed by acclaimed director Han Jun Hee — whose previous series D.P. won Best Drama at the 2022 Baeksang Arts Awards — and follows a gripping cross-border murder investigation.
The Busan International Film Festival remains one of Asia’s most influential platforms for showcasing groundbreaking film and television talent.
When and Where Is BIFF 2026?
The 31st Busan International Film Festival runs from October 6 to 15, 2026.
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FAQs
Q1. When does the 2026 Busan International Film Festival take place?
It runs from October 6 to 15, 2026.
Q2. Which dramas are premiering in BIFF’s “On Screen” section?
Dead-End Job, The Remarried Empress, and Road are the three confirmed titles.
