Alright, K-drama fam—buckle up. June 2025 is about to hit us like a plot twist in the final episode of a good kdrama such as Squid Game 3. If you’ve been craving new stories, swoon-worthy leads, and some serious emotional rollercoasters, this month’s lineup has it all. We’re talking high-stakes thrillers, soul-punching melodramas, fantasy romance, and yes, the final season of that series.
Whether you’re a fan of webtoon adaptations, tearjerkers, or just here for the visuals (we see you), these new Korean dramas premiering in June 2025 are going to keep your watchlist overflowing. Let’s dive into the six most anticipated K-dramas you need to put on your radar—starting now.
Mercy for None Sets the Tone with Blood, Brotherhood, and Brutality
Release Date: June 6, 2025
Where to Watch: Netflix
Kicking off June with a bang—literally—is Mercy for None, a gritty action drama starring So Ji Sub. Now, if you’re already imagining moody alleyways, emotional scars, and brooding anti-heroes, you’re absolutely right. This drama is adapted from the popular webtoon Gwangjang and it’s all about second chances, buried secrets, and the one thing K-dramas do best: revenge.
So Ji Sub plays Nam Gi Jun, a former gangster who’s been out of the game for 11 years. He’s traded bloodshed for bottles, quietly running a beverage business and keeping a low profile. But peace doesn’t last long in dramaland. When his younger brother Nam Gi Seok (played by Lee Jun Hyuk) suddenly dies under suspicious circumstances, Gi Jun is pulled right back into the underworld he tried so hard to escape.
What makes this drama extra intriguing? It’s not just fists and fury. There’s emotional depth here—loyalty, regret, and the kind of vengeance that burns slow. Trust me, if you liked My Name or Vincenzo, Mercy for None is going to be your next obsession.
The First Night with the Duke Brings Fantasy Romance with a Wild Twist
Release Date: June 11, 2025
Where to Watch: KBS
Alright, who’s ready for a little body-switching, bookworm chaos, and forbidden love? Because The First Night with the Duke is about to give you all of that—plus a whole lot of heart-fluttering moments.
Starring Seohyun (yes, our queen from SNSD!) and 2PM’s Taecyeon, this drama blends fantasy and romance in a way that feels fresh and wildly entertaining. Here’s the gist: Seohyun plays a university student named K who mysteriously wakes up in the body of a minor character—Cha Sun Chaek—in her favorite romance novel. Cue the panic!
Cha Sun Chaek, now possessed by K, is a noblewoman living a luxurious (but kinda boring) life. However, everything changes when she ends up spending one accidental night with the male lead of the novel, Lee Beon (played by Taecyeon), a royal with an icy stare and major main character energy.
Problem is, Lee Beon was supposed to fall in love with the novel’s heroine, Jo Eun Ae. But K’s unexpected presence throws the entire plot off course. What follows is a twisty, hilarious, and surprisingly emotional love triangle that fans of Mr. Queen or The Tale of Nokdu will absolutely eat up.
Our Movie Will Break Your Heart in the Most Beautiful Way
Release Date: June 13, 2025
Where to Watch: SBS
Get your tissues ready, because Our Movie is here to remind us why melodramas will always have our hearts.
This deeply emotional story follows Lee Je Ha (played by Namgoong Min), a film director returning to the industry after a five-year hiatus. He’s working on a new project about love and mortality—sounds intense already, right? While researching for the script, he crosses paths with Lee Da Eum (played by Jeon Yeo Been), an aspiring actress with a rare terminal illness.
Now, before you assume it’s just another “sad love story,” hold on. Da Eum is not your typical tragic heroine. She’s bubbly, opinionated, and deeply alive in every scene. As she helps Je Ha shape his screenplay, their bond grows deeper, eventually blossoming into something tender and real.
The emotional payoff here isn’t in the tears (though there’ll be plenty), but in the quiet moments—the looks, the conversations, the hope in hopelessness. Think Uncontrollably Fond meets Move to Heaven. If you’re someone who rewatches tearjerkers just to cry again, Our Movie will hit you right in the soul.
Hunter with a Scalpel Is the Thriller That’ll Keep You Up All Night
Release Date: June 16, 2025
Where to Watch: Studio X+U
True crime fans, this one’s for you. Hunter with a Scalpel takes the medical thriller genre and gives it a dark, gritty twist. Think Through the Darkness but even more intense.
Based on a novel by Cho Yi Do, the drama stars Park Ju Hyun as Seo Se Hyun, a forensic pathology genius who stumbles upon a horrifying clue while examining a corpse. That clue? Evidence linking the body to her own father—Yoon Jo Kyun (played by Park Yong Woo), a man with a terrifying past as a suspected serial killer.
Desperate for the truth, Se Hyun teams up with Jung Hyun (Kang Hoon), the head of the violent crimes unit. Together, they dive into a cat-and-mouse chase full of puzzles, twisted motives, and moral dilemmas.
What makes this drama a standout is its emotional complexity. It’s not just about solving crimes—it’s about confronting the ones you love and the secrets they hide. If you loved Stranger, Signal, or Beyond Evil, this will scratch that psychological thriller itch perfectly.
Head Over Heels Is a Fantasy Romance That’ll Steal Your Heart
Release Date: June 23, 2025
Where to Watch: tvN
Let’s lighten things up for a second. Head Over Heels is the perfect mix of quirky, magical, and totally heart-melting. Adapted from a webtoon, it blends school life with shamanic powers in the cutest way possible.
Cho Yi Hyun stars as Park Seong Ah, your average high school student by day… and a mysterious masked shaman named Cheonji by night. Sounds chaotic? Oh, it is—and it’s fantastic.
The plot thickens when Bae Gyeon Woo (Choo Young Woo) visits Cheonji with his mom for a reading. What Seong Ah sees in his fate? Death. Yep, things escalate fast. But here’s the kicker—she’s secretly had a crush on him forever, and now she’s determined to save him, no matter what the universe says.
With just the right mix of comedy, romance, and magical realism, Head Over Heels is giving strong Hotel Del Luna and The Master’s Sun vibes. It’s weird, it’s whimsical, and honestly, it’s the kind of K-drama we didn’t know we needed.
Squid Game 3 Promises One Final, Deadly Round
Release Date: June 27, 2025
Where to Watch: Netflix
You knew this was coming. Squid Game is back for its third and final season—and if the teaser clips are anything to go by, we’re in for a mind-blowing ending.
After the jaw-dropping events of Squid Game 2, where Seong Gi Hun (played by the phenomenal Lee Jung Jae) chooses to re-enter the deadly competition to dismantle it from the inside, season 3 will pick up right where we left off. This time, it’s personal.
Expect higher stakes, darker games, and even more psychological torment as Gi Hun tries to expose the people behind the game while surviving it once more. Netflix has been super secretive about plot details, but word on the street is that fan-favorite characters may return—and that the final twist will be unforgettable.
This isn’t just another survival drama. Squid Game 3 is about power, morality, and the cost of standing up against a system built on blood. If you’ve made it this far, you’re not just watching—you’re emotionally invested. And trust me, this ending is going to stay with you long after the credits roll.
Which Drama Will You Watch First?
Honestly, June 2025 is a feast for K-drama fans. From romantic escapism to gritty thrillers, these new Korean dramas are bringing something for every kind of viewer. Whether you’re in the mood to cry your eyes out or scream at your screen (in a good way), there’s a story here that’ll hit just right.
So—what’s first on your list? Will you dive into the dark world of Mercy for None, get swept away by fantasy in The First Night with the Duke, or cry it out with Our Movie?
Whatever you choose, don’t forget to stock up on snacks, clear your schedule, and maybe cancel some plans. This June, your screen time is officially booked.