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January 2026 K-Drama Lineup: Romantic, Fantasy & Drama Picks

A brand new year means brand new stories to fall in love with. January 2026 brings several exciting Korean dramas to screens with a mix of romance, fantasy, workplace comedy, and heartfelt tales. Whether you want something sweet, something magical, or something funny, this month has great options to kick off your year of K-drama watching!


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Here are the confirmed Korean dramas set to premiere in January 2026.


1. The Judge Returns


The Judge Returns (Credits: MBC)
The Judge Returns (Credits: MBC)

Judge Lee Han-young (Ji Sung) was once known for being fair and unshakeable. After dying under mysterious circumstances, he comes back to life with a second chance at justice. With his deep legal knowledge and a fresh view of life, he works to correct past mistakes, battle corruption, and make sure true justice is served.



2. Spring Fever


Spring Fever (Credits: tvN)
Spring Fever (Credits: tvN)

Teacher Yoon Boom (Ahn Bo-hyun) leaves the city after a personal crisis and starts teaching at a small rural school. At first, he keeps his distance from everyone. Then he meets Seon Jae-gyu (Lee Joo-bin), a spirited local who helps him rediscover joy in everyday life. Together, they experience gentle romance and quiet moments that help Boom heal.




Can This Love Be Translated? (Credits: Netflix)
Can This Love Be Translated? (Credits: Netflix)

Ju Ho-jin (Kim Seon-ho) is a top interpreter who helps people communicate across languages. He starts working with top actress Cha Mu-hee (Go Youn-jung), who speaks her mind with no filter. Their personalities clash at first, but as they spend time together, they start to understand each other in ways that go beyond words.



4. No Tail to Tell


No Tail to Tell (Credits: SBS)
No Tail to Tell (Credits: SBS)

Eun-ho (Kim Hye-yoon) is a carefree nine-tailed fox spirit who loves her magical life. One day, a strange accident involving soccer star Kang Si-yeol (Lomon) makes her lose her powers and become human. As she adjusts to being ordinary, she has funny, emotional, and heart-warming experiences exploring human feelings and friendships.




Undercover Miss Hong (Credits: tvN)
Undercover Miss Hong (Credits: tvN)

Top inspector Hong Geum-bo (Park Shin-hye) is smart, strict, and great at her job. To investigate a suspicious company, she goes undercover as a naïve employee and finds herself in unexpected situations. Along the way, she meets the ambitious CEO (Go Kyung-pyo) and the two face funny, tense, and warm moments together while Geum-bo pursues the truth.



6. Recipe for Love


Recipe for Love (Credits: KBS2)
Recipe for Love (Credits: KBS2)

Gong Ju-ah (Jin Se-yeon) and Yang Hyeon-bin (Park Ki-woong) were childhood friends and sweethearts. As adults, they return to each other even though their families once caused a deep rift between them. Now working in fashion and business, they must decide if the love they shared can withstand old wounds and new challenges.


  • Aired: January 31, 2026

  • No. of Episodes: To Be Announced

  • Cast: Jin Se-yeon, Park Ki-woong

  • Streaming Platform: KBS2 / International OTT


Final Thoughts


January 2026 is shaping up to be an exciting month for K-drama fans. This lineup offers a wide range of stories, from romantic comedies and spiritual fantasy to heartfelt workplace tales and serious legal drama. It’s a great way to start the year with fresh stories, lovable characters, and emotional journeys.


Which January 2026 drama are you most excited to watch first? Romance, fantasy, or legal drama? Let us know in the comments!


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