Crime, Thriller; 8 episodes. Based on the Japanese novel Naomi and Kanako by Hideo Okuda. As You Stood By follows Eun su, a department store luxury sales associate burdened by childhood trauma, and her close friend Hui su, a once-promising children’s book author trapped in a violent marriage. Hui Su’s husband, Jin Pyo, subjects her to relentless abuse, leaving her desperate and isolated. When Eun-su witnesses her friend’s suffering reach an unbearable peak, she makes a drastic decision: to kill Jin Pyo to save Hui-su. Their plan, however, spirals into a tense psychological battle as unexpected complications and dangerous visitors threaten to expose the truth, forcing both women to confront the consequences of their choices.
Historical Fantasy, Romance, Time travel; 12 episodes. Based on the web novel “Surviving as Yeonsangun’s Chef” by Park Kook Jae. Bon Appétit, Your Majesty follows Yeon Ji yeong, a perfectionist, French-trained chef at the peak of her modern culinary career. After winning a major cooking competition, she is suddenly transported 500 years into the past, landing in the royal palace of the Joseon era. There, she must cook for King Yi Heon, a brilliant but notoriously temperamental ruler with an exceptionally sensitive palate. As Ji Yeong navigates palace politics, dangerous rivalries, and the high-stakes world of royal cuisine, she uses her modern skills to survive, while an unexpected romance begins to simmer between chef and king.
Webtoon adaptation, Family, Comedy, Workplace, Slice-of-life; 12 episodes. Adapted from the novel Seoul Jagae Daegieop Danineun Kim Bujang Iyagi (also serialized as a webtoon) by Song Hui Gu (web novel source). The series follows Kim Nak-soo, a veteran sales manager who has built what seems to be an ideal life, a steady corporate position, a home in Seoul, and a loving family. But when his career and personal stability suddenly unravel, he must confront the fragile foundations of his so-called “dream life.” As he navigates corporate politics, family roles, and his own identity, Nak-soo embarks on a journey of self-discovery to find meaning beyond titles and success.
Fantasy, Romance, Comedy, Rom-Com; 13 episodes. Centers on Ki Ka-young, a woman whose life lacks emotion and direction until she accidentally frees a genie named Iblis from his thousand-year imprisonment in a lamp. Bound to grant her three wishes, Iblis, mischievous, powerful, and unexpectedly emotional, drags Ka-young into a journey of self-discovery, chaos, and romance in the modern world. As their bond deepens and Ka-young confronts her own guarded heart, both must grapple with the consequences of wishes, fate, and the very nature of love.
Teen Romance, Comedy, Rom-Com, Youth; Film (Korean Netflix original movie). Set in 1998 Busan, Love Untangled follows 19-year-old Park Se-ri, a high school student burdened by lifelong insecurity about her naturally curly hair. Convinced that straight hair will help her finally confess her feelings to her crush, Kim Hyun, she embarks on a mission to change her appearance. Her plan becomes complicated when she befriends Han Yoon-seok, a transfer student whose life soon intertwines with hers. As their friendship deepens, Se-ri learns more about love, identity, and self-acceptance, discovering that the tangled path of first love isn’t always what she expected.
Comedy, Legal Drama; 12 episodes. Kang Da Wit, a celebrated judge whose pristine reputation and social media fame fall from grace overnight after an unexpected scandal forces him to resign. Stripped of status and direction, he reluctantly joins a nonprofit legal organization called Pro Bono, where he must rebuild his life and rediscover his purpose. There, he meets Park Gi Ppeum, an eccentric, passionate public interest lawyer whose enthusiasm clashes with his rigid worldview. As Da Wit takes on humble, often overlooked cases, he confronts his own flaws, learns empathy, and begins to understand the true meaning of justice beyond prestige and power.
Historical Fiction, Period Drama [1997 Asian Financial Crisis (IMF crisis)], Romance, Workplace; 16 episodes. Typhoon Family is set against the backdrop of South Korea’s 1997 IMF financial crisis, a turbulent period that reshaped countless lives. Kang Tae Pung, once carefree thanks to his father’s successful small business, Typhoon Trading Company. He is suddenly thrust into adulthood when the economic collapse devastates the company and his father passes away. Determined to protect the legacy his father cherished “like family,” Tae Pung steps up as CEO despite his inexperience. As he confronts bankruptcy, betrayal, and the harsh realities of leadership, he grows into a resilient, compassionate figure fighting to save both his family and the company’s future.
Youth, High School, Sports, Coming-of-Age, Comedy; 12 episodes.Follows Ju Ga Ram, a former rugby star disgraced by scandal, who returns to his old high school as coach of its failing rugby team. Met with distrust and low morale, he pushes the students through tough, humorous, and confidence-building training that slowly unites them. His past with shooting coach Bae I Ji resurfaces, forcing both to confront old wounds and rediscover mutual respect. Team captain Yoon Seong Jun and his teammates battle personal struggles as they grow under Ga Ram’s guidance. As Ga Ram seeks redemption, the team transforms, ultimately earning a spot at the National Sports Festival.
Romance, Coming of Age; 15 episodes. Follows the complicated, decades-long relationship between Ryu Eun Jung and Cheon Sang Yeon, two women whose bond is equal parts friendship, rivalry, and deep emotional connection. Meeting in elementary school, they grow up navigating jealousy, admiration. The push and pull of their contrasting personalities, Eun Jung candid and grounded, Sang Yeon wealthy and gifted. Throughout their teens, 20s, and 30s, they drift apart and reunite, each encounter reshaping their lives. By their early 40s, Eun Jung is a drama writer and Sang Yeon a successful film producer. When Sang Yeon returns with a life-altering request, their intertwined past and unresolved emotions come to the surface.
Netflix intends to be one of the main GO-TO streaming platforms for Korean content, if not the Number One. Rakuten Viki is its main competitor, and that platform also releases original content. As a subscribing consumer, I love the competition. Netflix plans to kick off its 2026 Korean drama lineup with a romantic comedy, “Can This Love Be Translated?” (starring Go Youn-jung & Kim Seon-ho). I’m looking forward to the New Year. Are you?
Netflix Philippines. “Can This Love Be Translated?” YouTube, 17 Dec. 2025, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uAsUDInc8sk.
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