For all the joy that Crash Course in Romance is giving us — if you’re looking for a cosy romance that’s also got a little murder mystery for added spice, this one’s for you — this has been a slow year for K-dramas. The first two months saw only a handful of releases and too few were memorable. In March, Netflix is leading the pack with three new K-dramas; the Korean crime action film Kill Boksoon, starring Cannes-award-winning actress Jeon Do-yeon (she’s also the female lead in Crash Course in Romance); and a docuseries called In the Name of God: A Holy Betrayal, which follows the aftermath of four Korean religious leaders duping people by pretending to be God.
When: March 4
Where: Netflix
If you loved Cho Seung-woo in Stranger, he’s back as a divorce lawyer in Netflix’s Divorce Attorney Shin – although his journey to the profession is a bit more complicated this time. Cho plays Shin Sung-han, a talented pianist who leaves a music conservatory in Germany to return to South Korea and become a lawyer. He decides to specialise in divorce and the series charts Shin’s endeavour to fight for his clients in court. But the artist-turned-lawyer also seems to be harbouring a secret. Based on a webcomic called Shinsunghan, Yihon, the drama is written by Yoo Young-ah and also stars Kim Sung-kyun (from D.P.) and Jung Moon-sung (from Hospital Playlist).
When: March 10
Where: Netflix
One of Netflix’s most popular shows from last year, The Glory returns on March 10 with its second part. Part one traced Dong-eun’s (Song Hye-kyo) horrific bullying at the hands of queen bee Park Yeon-jin (Lim Ji-yeon) and her clique of rich brats. Dong-eun works hard to overcome her poverty and gain an education, finally positioning herself as the homeroom teacher to Yeon-jin’s young daughter and at the heart of Yeon-jin’s life. The second part is expected to reveal much of what was kept under wraps earlier, like who really killed Myeong-oh – Dong-eun’s former bully and unlikely ally – and what role Yeon-jin’s husband will play in this deadly game. The show is written by Kim Eun-sook and if you haven't caught the first part, get cracking.
When: March 6
Where: Netflix, Viki Rakuten
Kim Sun-joo (Park Sung-woong) is the founder and CEO of one of the country’s largest IT firms. But with great power, comes great danger. Kim is suddenly murdered and instead of passing on, his spirit gets trapped inside his smartphone. The device is discovered by a recent and unemployed graduate named Park In-sung (Chae Jong-hyop from Nevertheless). In exchange for a hefty amount of money, Park agrees to help Kim run his IT company as a temporary CEO, while simultaneously figuring out who might have killed the tycoon. Based on a webtoon of the same name, the series is written by Kim Hyung-min.
When: March 1
Where: Viki Rakuten
Out of Korea’s long-standing obsession with ghosts arrives yet another title, Delivery Man. After the death of his mother, Seo Young-min (Yoon Chan-young) must drive her taxi to make ends meet and take care of his ailing grandmother. But everything goes sideways when an amnesiac female ghost Kang Ji-hyun (Minah) ends up in his taxi. What initially seems like an unpleasant turn of events soon turns into a profitable opportunity for Seo. With Kang, he can access a set of customers that nobody else can reach: The spirits. The two begin catering to their otherworldly customers and their bond grows, but could it lead to love? Directed by Kang Sol, an episode of the drama will drop daily on Viki Rakuten.
When: March TBD
Where: Viki Rakuten
Set in the Joseon era, Yoon Dan-oh runs an inn that is visited by many travellers, including young male scholars preparing for an exam that would make them ranking officials. Yoon finds herself in the company of three distinctly different young men harbouring their own secrets: Kang San (Ryeoun), Kim Si Yeol (Kang Hoon, Little Women), and Jeong Yoo Ha (Jung Gun Joo, Extraordinary You). Each one finds clues that relate to a mysterious disappearance from 13 years ago. The four decide to team up to solve the mystery, even as they struggle with newfound feelings of love. The historical mystery romance drama is directed by Kim Jung Min and will air on Viki Rakuten.
When: March 11
Where: Disney+ Hotstar
Hong Tae-ra’s (Lee Ji-ah) doesn’t remember anything from her past. Despite this, she leads a peaceful married life with her husband Pyo Jae-hyun (Lee Sang-yoon) and their daughter. Their domestic bliss is disrupted when she suddenly regains her memory – opening the proverbial pandora’s box – and is forced to reconcile with a traumatic past. Now, Hong must do everything in her power to save her loved ones. Directed by Choi Hyeong-Hun, the 16-episode revenge drama looks like a rollercoaster of action, thrill and emotion.