5 Upcoming K-Dramas Releasing in August 2026 You Shouldn't Miss
- Disha Paul
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Following an eventful July packed with highly anticipated premieres, August 2026 is ready to keep the momentum going with another exciting lineup of Korean dramas. This month's releases bring together everything K-drama fans love, from heart-fluttering workplace romances and long-awaited sequels to gripping mystery thrillers and heartfelt coming-of-age stories.
Whether you're looking forward to seeing familiar stars return to the small screen or discovering brand-new stories, August offers something for every viewer. Here are five upcoming K-dramas releasing in August 2026 that deserve a place on your watchlist.
1. My Bias, My Boss
Workplace romance gets an entertaining twist in My Bias, My Boss, where admiration slowly turns into something much deeper. Based on the popular webtoon, the drama follows an employee whose dream of working alongside her favourite celebrity unexpectedly becomes reality.
Nam Da-reum (Kim Hye-jun) finally lands a job at Appello, where former idol Kang Ha-gi (Kang Hoon) now serves as the company's CEO. As Da-reum struggles to separate her longtime admiration from reality, she gradually grows closer to Ha-gi while navigating office life alongside Cha Jae-hyun (Cha Woo-min) and Yeon Woo (ITZY's Yuna), leading to an unexpected romance.
Aired: August 3, 2026
No. of Episodes: 12
Cast: Kang Hoon, Kim Hye-jun, Cha Woo-min, ITZY's Yuna
Streaming Platform: Viki
2. Flex X Cop Season 2
Following the success of its first season, Flex X Cop returns with even higher stakes as Jin Yi-soo continues his journey as a detective. New partnerships and dangerous investigations await him as he takes on some of his toughest cases yet.
After completing his police academy training, Jin Yi-soo (Ahn Bo-hyun) rejoins Gangha Police Station's Violent Crimes Unit, only to discover that his former instructor Joo Hye-ra (Jung Eun-chae) has become the team's new leader. As the pair struggle to work together, they investigate a string of dangerous crimes while uncovering a mystery that threatens not only their team but Yi-soo's own future.
Aired: August 7, 2026
No. of Episodes: 16
Cast: Ahn Bo-hyun, Jung Eun-chae, Kang Sang-jun, Kim Shin-bi, Jung Ga-hee
Streaming Platform: SBS, Disney+ (selected regions)
3. Our Sticky Love
Our Sticky Love is a romantic comedy that follows two strangers whose lives become unexpectedly intertwined after a mysterious accident. Set in a quiet countryside village famous for its traditional taffy shops, the drama blends romance, comedy, and suspense into one heartwarming story.
Go Eun-sae (Ha Young) is an ambitious prosecutor who loses all her memories while investigating a powerful crime organisation. When she wakes up in a rural hospital with no recollection of her identity, Jang Tae-ha (Jung Hae-in), a former boxer turned boxing coach, suddenly claims to be her boyfriend. As Eun-sae reluctantly stays by his side to uncover the truth about her past, the two gradually grow closer while dangerous secrets from Tae-ha's former life and the criminal organisation begin to catch up with them.
Aired: August 7, 2026
No. of Episodes: 12
Cast: Jung Hae-in, Ha Young
Streaming Platform: Netflix
4. Mousetrap
Mystery thriller fans have another exciting drama to look forward to with Mousetrap. The series follows an intense pursuit as a man fights to reclaim the life that was stolen from him after becoming the victim of an elaborate identity theft.
Je Mun-jae (Ryu Jun-yeol) is a reclusive writer whose quiet life falls apart after he discovers that someone known only as the "Rat" has stolen his identity, fortune, and even his name.
Unable to prove who he is, he turns to No-ja (Sul Kyung-gu), a ruthless loan shark who also runs a private investigation agency, to help track down the mysterious culprit. As the two follow a trail of hidden clues, they become entangled in a dangerous game where every discovery brings them closer to the truth.
Aired: August 22, 2026
No. of Episodes: 10
Cast: Ryu Jun-yeol, Sul Kyung-gu
Streaming Platform: Netflix
5. Four Hands, Two Sonatas
Set in a prestigious arts high school for gifted musicians, Four Hands, Two Sonatas follows three students whose lives become deeply connected through music, fierce competition, and personal growth. As they chase their dreams, each of them must confront their own fears and ambitions.
Kang Bi-o (Song Kang) is a celebrated piano prodigy who has always been the school's top student until the arrival of Choi Jeong-yo (Lee Jun-young), a talented pianist who abandoned music after a difficult childhood. Their unexpected rivalry reignites Jeong-yo's passion while challenging Bi-o's confidence.
Alongside them is Hong Jae-in (Jang Gyu-ri), a gifted viola student whose extraordinary sense of hearing draws her closer to Bi-o, creating a heartfelt story about friendship, rivalry, and the power of music.
Aired: August 29, 2026
No. of Episodes: 12
Cast: Song Kang, Lee Jun-young
Streaming Platform: Netflix
Final Thoughts
August 2026 may not have the biggest lineup of new Korean dramas, but it certainly offers an impressive variety of stories. From the return of the action-packed Flex X Cop Season 2 to the sweet office romance of My Bias, My Boss, the emotional journeys in Our Sticky Love, the suspense of Mousetrap, and the inspiring musical story of Four Hands, Two Sonatas, this month has something for every K-drama fan.
Whether you're in the mood for romance, crime, mystery, or slice-of-life storytelling, these upcoming releases are worth adding to your watchlist.
Which K-drama are you most excited about? Let us know in the comments!