2024 started off with several exciting K-Dramas from a wide variety of genres. These include romance, comedy, historical, fantasy, and more. Many thriller K-dramas with gripping plotlines and exciting characters will be coming to television this year. They will include a star-studded cast, a compelling narrative, and elements of suspense and mystery, promising an engaging journey for fans.
A number of thriller K-dramas are right around the corner, including The Bequeathed on Netflix. The series will premiere on Friday, January 19, 2024. Moreover, a number of thriller series will take viewers on an interesting journey, including A Killer Paradox, Wonderful World, and many others. Check out some of our interesting recommendations for upcoming thriller K-dramas of 2024.
The Bequeathed
The Bequeathed is an upcoming thriller miniseries that will air on Friday, January 19, 2024 on Netflix. The series follows the story of a woman, Yoon Seo-Ha (Kim Hyun-Joo), who inherits a burial ground after the death of her uncle. However, her half-brother Kim Yeong-Ho (Ryu Kyung-Soo) soon arrives, asking for his share of the family property. Eventually, Seo-Ha finds herself entangled in a series of murders and dark events.
Wonderful World
Wonderful World is an upcoming MBC drama that follows the story of Eun Soo-Hyun (Kim Nam-Joo), who uncovers the mystery surrounding her son’s death. She pledges to investigate the truth and catch the perpetrator. Meanwhile, the series also stars Cha Eun-Woo in the lead role. He plays Kwon Seon-Yul, a mysterious man with a warm heart. The series premieres on Friday, March 1, 2023, on MBC.
A Killer Paradox
A Killer Paradox is an upcoming thriller series, set to air on Friday, February 9, 2024, on Netflix. The series follows the story of a young college student Lee Tang (Choi Woo-Shik). While he seems lazy around the household, his life completely changes course when he becomes a murderer. Meanwhile, Detective Jang Nan-Gam (Son Sok-Ku) is on the lookout for Lee Tang. The drama will feature a fierce battle between the two.
Connection
Connection is a crime investigation thriller K-drama that follows the story of two friends investigating their friend’s death. This friend from high school leaves around KRW 5 billion in insurance. The drama stars Ji Sung as Jang Jae-Kyung, a detective from the Narcotics Unit. Meanwhile, Jeon Mi-Do plays Oh Yoon-Jin, an outspoken news reporter. The SBS drama is set to premiere in the first half of 2024.
Nine Puzzle
Nine Puzzle is a 2024 crime investigative thriller drama starring Kim Da-Mi and Son Suk-Ku in lead roles. The series follows the story of a woman, Yi-Na (Kim Da-Mi), who was the only one to witness her uncle’s death when she was a child. She meets Detective Han-Saem (Son Suk-Ku) while working as a criminal profiler 10 years later. He suspects her of killing her uncle. Eventually, the two dig deeper to discover the truth. More details about the drama’s release are awaited.
Hong Rang
Hong Rang (Working Title) is an upcoming Korean period thriller series set to release on Netflix. It follows the story of a wealthy merchant family in the Joseon Era. The series will document the story of a brother, Hong Rang (Lee Jae-Wook), who suddenly disappears and returns home after 10 years without any memory of his childhood. His sister Jae Yi (Jo Bo-Ah) then pursues the truth behind his disappearance.
Many thriller K-dramas are already in the works, with some due to release in the first half and the others in the latter half of the year. These dramas have a broad range of storylines, promising to keep viewers hooked. Ongoing and already-released thriller dramas include A Shop for Killers, Death’s Game, and more.
