October 2025 K-Dramas Have Something for Everyone! Full List of Releases With Trailers and Cast!
- Disha Paul
- Oct 2
- 5 min read
K-drama fans have a lot to look forward to this October 2025. From magical romances to heartfelt family dramas and exciting movies, this month’s lineup promises fresh stories, familiar faces, and a mix of genres for every type of viewer.
Whether you love fantasy, comedy, or emotional journeys, October is packed with releases to binge-watch! Make sure to comment on which drama you are most excited for!
Genie, Make a Wish
Aired: October 3, 2025
No. of Episodes: 12
Cast: Kim Woo-bin, Bae Suzy
Streaming Platform: Netflix
Ga Yeong (Bae Suzy) has always lived under strict rules to control her darker impulses. Her life takes an unexpected turn when she awakens Genie (Kim Woo-bin), who has slumbered for a thousand years, and offers her three wishes.
What starts as playful chaos grows more intense as Ga Yeong discovers Genie is actually Iblis, a test of human nature. Their connection deepens into a romance that questions fate, freedom, and choice.
The Story of Bi Hyeong: Enchanted Master of the Goblin
Aired: October 3, 2025
No. of Episodes: 12
Cast: Lee Cha-min, Hwang Jae-wook, Nam Taek-jun, Kang Chan-woo
Streaming Platform: iQIYI & GagaOOLala
Ha Geumbok (Lee Cha-min), a struggling actor, becomes linked to the ailing Goblin King Bihyung (Hwang Jae-wook). He is drawn into a supernatural world he never believed existed.
As Bihyung’s past unfolds and mythical creatures stir, Ha Geumbok realizes their connection could bring unforeseen dangers, testing courage, trust, and the limits of human belief.
Love Barista (Movie)
Aired/Release: Coming 2025
No. of Episodes: N/A (Film)
Cast: Lee Kwang-soo, Hoàng Hà, Duy Khanh, Lam Thanh My
Streaming Platform: Theatrical / Korea & Vietnam release
Kang Joon-woo (Lee Kwang-soo), a celebrity, finds himself stranded in Vietnam with no money or passport. Amid the challenge, he meets Thao (Hoàng Hà), whose warmth helps him rediscover what truly matters.
Their unexpected romance blossoms across cultural differences and personal challenges, revealing how love can flourish in the most unlikely places.
Would You Marry Me
Aired: From October 10, 2025 (Fridays & Saturdays, 21:50)
No. of Episodes: Not officially confirmed
Cast: Choi Woo-shik, Jung So-min, Bae Na-ra, Heo Ji-na, Shin Seul-gi, Seo Beom-jun
Streaming Platform: SBS
Kim Woo-joo (Choi Woo-shik) inherits a family bakery and a life of routine until he meets Yoo Me-ri (Jung So-min). To claim a luxurious townhouse, Me-ri proposes a 90-day fake marriage that intertwines their lives in unexpected ways.
The contract marriage stirs hidden feelings, challenges, and rivalries, testing whether what began as convenience could grow into genuine love.
Aired: October 11, 2025 (Sundays & Saturdays, 21:20 KST)
No. of Episodes: 16
Cast: Lee Jun-ho, Kim Min-ha, Sung Dong-il, Kim Ji-young, Kim Min-seok, Mu Jin-sung
Streaming Platform: tvN domestically, Netflix globally
Kang Tae-poong (Lee Jun-ho) inherits his father’s trading company during the 1997 IMF crisis. A life of comfort quickly turns into a fight for survival as he navigates economic upheaval.
Alongside him is Oh Mi-seon (Kim Min-ha), a devoted bookkeeper balancing her family and work. Together, they face sacrifices, challenges, and the resilience required to endure turbulent times.
Marie and Her Three Daddies
Aired: October 13, 2025 – ongoing
No. of Episodes: ~120 (daily drama)
Cast: Ha Seung-ri, Hyun Woo, Ryu Jin, Hwang Dong-joo, Gong Jung-hwan, Park Eun-hye
Streaming Platform: KBS / KBS World TV
Kang Marie (Ha Seung-ri) embarks on a quest to find her father while discovering three potential candidates: Lee Poong-joo (Ryu Jin), Kang Min-bo (Hwang Dong-joo), and Jin Gi-sik (Gong Jung-hwan).
Her colleague and partner Kang Se (Hyun Woo) supports her through the revelations, creating a story full of emotional twists and unexpected bonds.
The Dream Life of Mr Kim
Aired: October 25, 2025
No. of Episodes: 12
Cast: Ryu Seung-ryong, Myung Se-bin, Cha Kang-yoon
Streaming Platform: JTBC domestically, Netflix internationally
Kim Nak-su (Ryu Seung-ryong) has spent 25 years building a successful career as a salesman. Living in a luxurious Seoul apartment with his wife and son, he seems to have it all, but slowly realizes he has lost touch with who he truly is.
After losing everything he values most, Nak-su embarks on a journey of self-discovery, learning what true happiness really means while navigating challenges in both his personal and professional life.
Spirit Finger
Aired: October 29, 2025
No. of Episodes: 12
Cast: Park Ji-hu, Jo Jun-young, Choi Bo-min, Park Yoo-na
Streaming Platform: TVING
Song Woo-yeon (Park Ji-Hu) has always felt invisible until she joins Koo Sun-ho’s (Choi Bo-min) sketch club Spirit Fingers. Through art, she learns self-expression and confidence.
Other members, such as Nam Gi-jung (Jo Joon-Young) and Nam Geu-rin (Park Yoo-na), share their struggles, forging connections that help them grow and heal together.
First Ride (Movie)
Released: October 29, 2025
No. of Episodes: N/A (Film)
Cast: Kang Ha-neul, Kim Young-kwang, Cha Eun-woo, Kang Young-seok, Han Sun-hwa
Streaming Platform: Theatrical / later streaming TBD
Childhood friends Tae-jung (Kang Ha-neul), Do-jin (Kim Young-kwang), Yeon-min (Cha Eun-woo), and Geum-bok (Kang Young-seok) fulfil a lifelong dream of travelling abroad together. Their adventure takes an unexpected twist when Ok-shim (Han Sun-hwa) joins them.
Friendship, challenges, and surprises test their bonds as they navigate the unpredictability of travel, making this journey unforgettable.
The Moon Flows In This River
Aired: October 31, 2025
No. of Episodes: Not confirmed publicly
Cast: Kang Tae-oh, Kim Se-jeong, Lee Shin-young, Hong Su-zu, Jin Goo
Streaming Platform: MBC TV
Crown Prince Lee Kang (Kang Tae-oh) loses his smile and swaps souls with low-born bounty hunter Park Dal-i (Kim Se-jeong). Together, they must navigate political intrigue and hidden desires.
Their intertwined fates reveal secrets, challenge identities, and explore the depth of human emotion amidst royal tension and personal discovery.
Run to the West (Movie)
Released: October 15, 2025
No. of Episodes: N/A (Film)
Cast: Byun Yo-han, Yang Se-jong, Lim Hyung-jun, Kim Kang-woo, Bang Hyo-rin
Streaming Platform: Theatrical via CGV; later streaming TBD
Jang Won (Byun Yo-han) and his allies face grim reapers and supernatural forces in a limbo caught between life and death. Survival depends on uncovering the hidden power behind the mysterious King of Reapers.
As chaos escalates, their fight is not only for their souls but also to reveal the balance between life and death, making each moment a pulse-pounding adventure.
Final Thoughts
October 2025 is shaping up to be a dynamic month for K-drama fans. Whether you’re drawn to fantasy, romance, or high-stakes family drama, there is something new to enjoy every week.
Which release are you most excited to watch this month, and why?