November 2025 promises an electrifying mix of revenge thrillers, soul-swapping historical fantasies, and heartfelt comedies for K-drama fans. From childhood romances unraveling buried secrets to A-list actresses hiding ruthless ambitions, this month's premieres deliver emotional twists, star-studded casts, and genre-spanning stories that explore love, justice, and reinvention.
Standouts include Last Summer, a nostalgic romance with Lee Jae-wook and Choi Sung-eun, and The Manipulated, a gripping revenge saga starring Ji Chang-wook and Doh Kyung-soo. Whether you're in the mood for BL rom-coms like Peach Trap or action-packed vengeance in Taxi Driver 3, here's a detailed guide to 12 must-watch K-dramas premiering this month, complete with cast, release dates, networks, streaming platforms, and key details.
1 Last Summer (November 1)
Genre: Romance, Drama
Synopsis: Childhood friends Baek Do-ha and Song Ha-gyeong reunite as adults, digging up the forgotten truths of their first love and the secrets that pulled them apart years ago.
Cast: Lee Jae-wook, Choi Sung-eun, Kim Gun-woo
Network: KBS2
Streaming Platform: Viki
Air Time: Saturdays & Sundays, 21:20 KST
Last Summer Trailer
2 Nice To Not Meet You (November 3)
Genre: Romance, Comedy
Synopsis: An out-of-touch A-list actor clashes with a demoted political journalist obsessed with justice, sparking a love-hate dynamic filled with witty banter and unexpected chemistry.
Cast: Lee Jung-jae, Lim Ji-yeon, Kim Ji-hun, Seo Ji-hye
Network: tvN
Streaming Platform: TBA
Air Time: Mondays & Tuesdays, 20:50 KST
Nice to Not Meet You Trailer
3 The Manipulated (November 5)
Genre: Thriller, Revenge, Drama
Synopsis: An ordinary man's life shatters after wrongful imprisonment for a brutal crime, all masterminded by a cunning orchestrator—fueling his relentless quest for payback.
Cast: Ji Chang-wook, Doh Kyung-soo, Kim Jong-soo, Jo Yoon-soo, Lee Kwang-soo
Network: Disney+
Streaming Platform: Disney+
Air Time: Wednesdays
The Manipulated Trailer
4 Dear X (November 6)
Genre: Drama, Thriller
Synopsis: A ruthless A-list actress rises from poverty to stardom by manipulating and discarding those in her path, concealing her cold ambition behind a flawless facade.
Cast: Kim Yoo-jung, Kim Young-dae, Kim Do-hoon, Lee Yul-eum
Network: TVING
Streaming Platform: HBO Max
Air Time: Thursdays, 20:00 KST
DearX Trailer
5 Peach Trap (November 6)
Genre: Romance, Comedy, BL
Synopsis: A relationship novice finds himself caught in a whirlwind romance with three charming men, leading to chaotic entanglements and heartfelt discoveries.
Cast: Subin, Cha Se-jin, Lee Do-han, Cha Yu-hyun
Network: TBA
Streaming Platform: TBA
Air Time: Thursdays, 18:00 KST
Peach Trap Official Poster
6 As You Stood By (November 7)
Genre: Thriller, Drama
Synopsis: Two desperate women, pushed to their limits by abusive realities, plot murder as their ultimate escape in this tense adaptation of a Japanese novel.
Cast: Jeon So-nee, Lee Yoo-mi, Jang Seung-jo, Lee Moo-saeng
Network: Netflix
Streaming Platform: Netflix
Air Time: All episodes at 17:00 KST (binge release)
As You Stood By Trailer
7 Moon River (November 7)
Genre: Historical, Fantasy, Romance
Synopsis: A joyless crown prince and a memory-lost bounty hunter swap souls, navigating royal intrigues and forbidden emotions in a mystical Joseon-era tale.
Cast: Kang Tae-oh, Kim Se-jeong, Lee Shin-young, Hong Su-zu, Jin Goo
Network: MBC
Streaming Platform: Viki
Air Time: Fridays & Saturdays, 21:50 KST
Moon River Trailer
8 No Next Life (November 10)
Genre: Comedy, Drama
Synopsis: Three exhausted 41-year-old women juggle parenting, careers, and midlife crises, embracing new adventures with humor and raw honesty.
Cast: Kim Hee-sun, Han Hye-jin, Jin Seo-yeon, Yoon Bak
Network: TV Chosun
Streaming Platform: Netflix
Air Time: Mondays & Tuesdays, 22:00 KST
No Next Life Poster
9 Dynamite Kiss (November 12)
Genre: Romance, Comedy
Synopsis: A single woman fakes married life with a child to land a job, only to fall for her skeptical team leader in a web of lies and genuine sparks.
Cast: Jang Ki-yong, Ahn Eun-jin, Kim Moo-joon, Woo Davi
Network: SBS
Streaming Platform: TBA
Air Time: Wednesdays & Thursdays, 21:00 KST
Dynamite Kiss Character Posters
10 LOVE.exe (November 13)
Genre: Romance, Comedy
Synopsis: A glamorous model and a brilliant but romantically clueless engineering student collide in a glitchy love story full of mishaps and digital-age charm.
Cast: Kim Yo-han, Hwang Bo-reum-byeol
Network: TBA
Streaming Platform: TBA
Air Time: Thursdays, 11:00 KST
11 Heroes Next Door (November 17)
Genre: Action, Comedy
Synopsis: Retired special forces operatives band together not for global heroics, but to safeguard their families and quirky neighborhood from everyday threats.
Cast: Yoon Kye-sang, Jin Sun-kyu, Kim Ji-hyun, Ko Kyu-phil, Lee Jung-ha
Network: ENA
Streaming Platform: TBA
Air Time: Mondays & Tuesdays, 22:00 KST
Heroes Next Door Poster
12 Taxi Driver 3 (November 21)
Genre: Action, Thriller, Crime
Synopsis: The vigilante taxi service returns, dishing out justice to victims failed by the system in high-stakes missions of revenge and redemption.
Cast: Lee Je-hoon, Kim Eui-sung, Pyo Ye-jin, Jang Hyuk-jin, Bae Yoo-ram
Network: SBS
Streaming Platform: Viki
Air Time: Fridays & Saturdays, 21:50 KST
Taxi Driver 3 Trailer
Get ready for a month of binge-worthy escapes, powerhouse acting, and unforgettable plots! November 2025's K-dramas blend heart, humor, and high drama in ways that will keep you glued to your screen. With everything from soul-swapping royalty to neighborhood vigilantes, there's a story here for every mood and taste.
Mark your calendars, clear your weekends, and prepare for emotional rollercoasters that linger long after the credits roll. These premieres prove once again why K-dramas continue to captivate audiences worldwide with their bold storytelling and stellar ensembles. Follow the K-Drama News Source Facebook page for the latest updates.
