9 Thrilling K-Dramas We're Watching on Viu This October
From highly-rated historical drama 'Lovers of the Red Sky' to intriguing thrillers 'High Class' and 'The Veil'—we're spending this month on the edge of our seats and in the best way
It's a month of thrill and excitement in the world of K-dramas!
From the season finale of Police University and fresh new episodes of Viu Original Lovers of the Red Sky starring Kim Yoo Jung and Ahn Hyo Seop, to even more new dramas arriving on the streaming platform this month—it looks like we'll be pulling a few more all-nighters just to catch up on our favorite dramas.
Below, all nine note-worthy dramas you wouldn't want to be missing out on.
New on Viu: October 2021
New on Viu: October 2021
Lovers of the Red Sky
Starring Kim Yoo-jung, Ahn Hyo-seop, Gong Myung, and Kwak Si-yang, and directed by Jang Tae-yoo and written by Ha Eun—this sage drama about the only female painter in fictional era Dan dynasty is an instant hit in our books.
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Lovers of the Red Sky
Cinematography, stellar acting, writing, and special effects—we have found this Viu Original to be beautifully shot and just so interesting that a whole hour passes by so quickly! We're at the halfway mark for the story now and can't wait for new episodes (and hopefully more screen time for the main couple!)
Photo Credit: SBS, Viu
Darli and the Cocky Prince
This romcom is about the unexpected romance that occurs as Jin Moo Hak tries to steal an art museum from Kim Dal Ri.
Photo Credit: KBS
Darli and the Cocky Prince
This feel good drama was a top-performing simulcast since it premiered on Viu on September 23—and we've been loving watching Park Gyu Young and Kim Min Jae in this. It also has such stunning, unique cinematography so if you're looking for something different—this is totally it.
Photo Credit: KBS
High Class
A mystery suspense drama about the dangerous lies and hypocrisies hidden behind the perfect lives of the women who live in the top 0.1 percent of society.
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High Class
This thriller suspense drama arrived last month and we've been on our toes trying to solve the mystery! We also love watching Cho Yeo Jeong (Love in the Moonlight, Parasite) as Song Yeo-Wool—doting mother to Yi Chan and widow... or so we thought.
Photo Credit: tvN
The Veil
A story about a top National Intelligence Service (NIS) agent. In his endeavor to uncover the internal traitor that brought him to his downfall, he confronts a much bigger enemy behind the organization.
Photo Credit: MBC
The Veil
Packed with action and thrill, this 12-episode drama stars Namgoong Min (Doctors, Hot Stove League) and Park Ha Sun (Dong Yi) and arrived on Viu last month. We're still halfway through the suspenseful story so we can't wait to see its conclusion.
Photo Credit: MBC
National Wife
A drama centered around the district of Gangnam and Seo Cho Hee, a woman who struggles to improve the quality of life with a house.
Photo Credit: KBS
National Wife
The family drama stars Han Da Gam and Shim Ji Ho and arrives on Viu on October 5.
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One The Woman
A corrupted female prosecutor gets into a car accident which causes her to lose her memories. When she wakes up, she finds herself in the shoes of a conservative housewife and daughter-in-law of a powerful chaebol family.
Photo Credit: SBS
One The Woman
Honey Lee (The Fiery Priest) and Lee Sang Yoon (VIP) star in this suspense drama and we've been loving its funny, feel good moments ever since it landed on Viu last month.
Photo Credit: SBS
Chimera
A present-day case is found to be related to an explosion and series of murders in 1984 known as the Chimera Incident.
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Chimera
The thriller, mystery drama stars Park Hae Soo (Squid Game, Prison Playbook, Legend of the Blue Sea) and Kim Soo Hyun (Monster). Chimera premieres on October 31.
Photo Credit: OCN
Hometown
Set in a small rural town in 1999 where a recording tape containing a mysterious serial murder and an unidentified bizarre sound is discovered.
Photo Credit: tvN
Hometown
This six-episode horror series stars Yoo Jae-Myung (Itaewon Class, Vincenzo), Uhm Tae Goo (Save Me 2, Night in Paradise), and Han Ye Ri (Doom at Your Service). If you're looking for a chilling series to keep you up at night, consider this one!
Photo Credit: tvN
Police University
This romcom, investigation drama is about a detective who catches criminals with all his might and a former hacker who uses his intelligence to solve everything. The two meet at the Police University as a professor and student, and they cooperate to investigate a case together.
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Police University
Starring Jung Jin Young, Krystal, and Cha Tae Hyun—this K-drama has performed rather well throughout its run so far. We've been keenly tuned in to this show ever since it premiered a couple of months back, and can't wait for the series' finale dropping soon!
Photo Credit: KBS
