Autumn in K-drama land isn’t just about cozy sweaters and slow-burn romances—it’s a season of emotional reckoning, magical realism, and families unraveling at the seams. From soul-swapping royalty to wish-granting spirits and stormy domestic secrets, here are three new dramas that deserve a spot on your October watchlist.
🌙 Moon River
Premiere Date: October 31
Broadcast Details: Fridays and Saturdays at 9:50 p.m. on MBC, available on Viki
“Moon River” is a fantasy romance historical drama about Crown Prince Yi Kang (Kang Tae Oh), who has lost his smile, and Park Dal Yi (Kim Se Jeong), who has lost her memory, as their souls are mysteriously switched, forcing them to walk in each other’s shoes.
🧞 Genie, Make a Wish
Premiere Date: October 3
Broadcast Details: all episodes released simultaneously on Netflix
“Genie, Make a Wish” follows the mysterious spirit Genie (Kim Woo Bin), who awakens after 1000 years to grant three life-changing wishes to Ka Young (Suzy), an emotionless young woman who unexpectedly becomes the owner of a magical lamp.
🌪 Typhoon Family
Premiere Date: October 11
Broadcast Details: Saturdays and Sundays at 9:10 p.m. KST on tvN
“Typhoon Family” follows the journey of Kang Tae Poong (Lee Junho), a rookie businessman who suddenly becomes the head of a struggling trading company with no employees, no money, and nothing left to sell during the IMF crisis in 1997.
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