Jul 03, 2026 4:00pm IST
‘The East Palace,’ ‘A Shop for Killers’ Season 2, ‘Dream to You’: K-Drama Watchlist This July
There’s something for everyone this month in K-dramaland. From much-awaited thrillers to actors’ comebacks and charming rom-coms, it looks like the right time to grab a bowl of hot noodles and watch the Korean dramas releasing in July 2026.
The Apartment Job
Cast: Ji Sung, Ha Yoon Kyung, Moon So Ri
Streaming on: Netflix
Release date: July 11, 2026
Park Hae Gang (Ji Sung) is a former gangster who has learned of a hidden stash of money in his apartment complex, prompting him to stand in the elections for becoming its association’s chairman. As he unexpectedly uncovers corruption, he is named a local hero, which results in a change in his life.
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Dream to You
Cast: Hwang In Youp, Lee Hye Ri
Streaming on: Viki
Release date: July 13, 2026
Filmmaker Woo Soo Bin (Hwang In Youp) has achieved his dreams after living a life dictated by his parents. Joo Yi Jae (Hyeri) is a reporter who has accepted her mediocre career and given up any career ambitions. The two reunite after 15 years in this romantic comedy.
The East Palace
Cast: Nam Joo Hyuk, Roh Yoon Seo, Cho Seung Woo
Streaming on: Netflix
Release date: July 17, 2026
As paranormal activities begin to take place in the palace, the King enlists the help of a ghost slayer, Gu Cheon (Nam Joo Hyuk), to get rid of them and restore peace. Court Lady Saeng Gang uses her ability to hear their sounds to guide him in The East Palace.
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Spooky in Love
Cast: Park Eun Bin, Yang Se Jong, Ong Seong Wu
Streaming on: Netflix
Release date: July 18, 2026
Cheon Yeo Ri (Park Eun Bin) can see the ghosts of those who have died wrongfully and are seeking closure. The chaebol (conglomerate) heiress joins hands with Ma Gang Uk (Yang Se Jong), a skilled prosecutor who seeks to bring justice. As they tackle new cases together, their professional partnership gradually gives way to an unexpected romance.
A Shop for Killers Season 2
Cast: Lee Dong Wook, Kim Hye Jun
Streaming on: JioHotstar
Release date: July 22, 2026
The uncle-niece pairing returns to take down Babylon and any miscreants that stand in their way after a bloody first season. Jeong Ji An (Kim Hye Jun) is the new CEO of Murthehelp shopping mall, and with the return of her uncle, Jeong Jin Man (Lee Dong Wook), she can finally make sense of the weapons store he left her in charge of.
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