Korean Musicals Are a Big Deal: Here Are Six From Disney+ You Need To Be Watching!
- Disha Paul
- Aug 8
- 3 min read
Disney+ is now streaming top Korean musicals, and fans around the world are excited!
Just like how K-pop concerts are enjoyed online, now musical theater lovers can watch hit Korean musicals right from home. It’s a special moment for Hallyu fans, especially those who couldn’t see these shows in Seoul!
What Makes Korean Musicals So Special?
Korean musical culture is full of passion—just like K-pop!
Tickets often sell out fast, fans collect merchandise, and many people watch the same musical more than once. Some K-drama actors and K-pop idols also perform in musicals!
For example, Kyuhyun from Super Junior stars in Phantom, and actors Yoo Yoon-seok and Lee Sang-yi play lead roles in musicals.
Top musical actors like Ock Joo-hyun, Kim So-hyang, and Park Kang-hyun also bring powerful performances loved by fans.
Six Famous EMK Musicals Are Coming to Disney+ This August!
Starting August 6, six amazing musicals by EMK Musical Company will be released on Disney+.
These include:
Elisabeth
Phantom
Monte Cristo
The Man Who Laughs
Excalibur
Marie Antoinette
Each musical will stream on a different date in August. These aren’t just simple recordings—they were filmed in 8K quality, with multiple cameras, close-ups, and Dolby Atmos sound. It feels like sitting front row at a real theater!
August 6: Elisabeth and Phantom Premiere
On August 6, Elisabeth: The Musical Live and Phantom: The Musical Live will be the first to stream.
Elisabeth is about the life and inner struggles of Empress Elisabeth of Austria. This musical has been shown in more than 14 countries and 10 languages, with over 12 million viewers worldwide.
The version on Disney+ is the 10th-anniversary performance, filmed with Dolby Atmos sound for a deep and real theatre experience. Actors include Ock Joo-hyun, Lee Hae-Jun, Lee Ji-hoon, Gil Byung-min, Joo-ah, and Jang Yoon-seok.
Phantom is based on the famous novel The Phantom of the Opera by Gaston Leroux. This 2021 filmed version includes detailed close-ups of the actors’ eyes, hands, and expressions, giving a very real and emotional feeling.
Performers include Kyuhyun, Lim Sun-hye, Yun Young-seok, Shin Young-sook, Enoch, Kim Joo-won, Yoon Jeon-il, and Lim Ki-Hong.
August 13: Monte Cristo and The Man Who Laughs
On August 13, Disney+ will add Monte Cristo: The Musical Live and The Man Who Laughs.
Monte Cristo, based on the novel by Alexandre Dumas, was filmed live in 2020 using 14 cameras in 8K quality. The emotional acting by Kai, Lina, and Kim Joon-hyun brings the story to life with great detail.
The Man Who Laughs, inspired by the novel by Victor Hugo, was a box office hit when shown in theaters. It first appeared on screen in 2019 and ranked second in Megabox bookings. The musical stars Park Kang-hyun, Yang Jun-mo, Min Kyung-ah, and Shin Young-sook.
August 20: Excalibur and Marie Antoinette
Finally, on August 20, Excalibur and Marie Antoinette will be released.
Excalibur tells the story of King Arthur’s journey and destiny. It combines fantasy with strong emotions, performed by actors Kai, Park Kang-hyun, Kim So-hyang, and Shin Young-sook.
Marie Antoinette compares the life of the French queen to a fictional character named Magrreal Arnault, who fights against injustice. The cast includes Kim So-hyang, Jung Yu-ji, Do-young (NCT), and Kim Joon-hyun. The musical shows the meaning of truth, justice, and human dignity during the French Revolution.
Watch Korean Musicals Anywhere, Anytime
The release of these six musicals on Disney+ gives fans new ways to enjoy Korean theater. Whether you’ve seen the shows live before or it’s your first time, this is a great opportunity to experience the depth and beauty of Korean musicals—now with high-quality video and rich sound.
Which musical are you most excited to watch? Let us know!
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