December has arrived, and it’s shaping up to be a blockbuster month for fans of Korean entertainment worldwide. Streaming platforms and TV networks are gearing up to close the year with an eclectic selection of titles — ranging from gripping psychological thrillers and heartfelt relationship dramas to political sagas, heartfelt legal tales, poignant animations, and uplifting family stories. No matter your mood, there’s something to match it: comfort, suspense, laughter, or tears.
This month’s lineup boasts powerhouse performances from some of Korea’s most celebrated actors, including Jeon Do-yeon, Kim Go-eun, Park Seo-joon, Hyun Bin, Jung Woo-sung, Kim Da-mi, and Lee Jun-ho. If your perfect December involves hot drinks, cozy blankets, and long binge sessions, here’s your curated watchlist to close the year in style.
1. The Price of Confession
Release Date: 5 Dec | Platform: Netflix
A tense psychological thriller that begins with a shocking murder and spirals into a battle over truth and survival. Ahn Yoon-soo, an unassuming art teacher, finds her idyllic life shattered when her husband is killed, and she becomes the prime suspect. While in prison, she meets Mo-eun — a feared inmate nicknamed “the witch” for her uncanny ability to read people. Mo-eun offers to take the blame, but only if Yoon-soo commits another murder for her. As prosecutor Baek Dong-hun searches for the truth, every character faces impossible moral choices. Expect intense performances and an unyielding suspense that makes this Netflix release one of the month’s must-sees.
2. Surely Tomorrow
Release Date: 6 Dec | Platform: JTBC, Prime Video
This introspective drama brings together themes of love, regret, and timing. Lee Gyeong-do, a reporter leading a routine life, crosses paths with his former lover, Seo Ji-woo, years after their breakup. The reunion is far from romantic — Ji-woo is recovering from heartbreak and public scandal, tied to a story Gyeong-do once wrote. What follows is a slow, emotionally layered exploration of forgiveness, second chances, and the quiet choices that redefine lives.
3. Pro Bono
Release Date: 6 Dec 2025 | Platform: tvN
Offering a refreshing take on court dramas, Pro Bono shifts focus to everyday legal battles affecting ordinary citizens. Kang David, once a celebrity judge basking in fame, loses everything and starts anew as a public interest lawyer. Far from high-profile cases, he navigates real struggles, systemic flaws, and moral dilemmas. This is a story about humility, redemption, and the true spirit of justice.
4. Your Letter
Release Date: 12 Dec | Platform: Theatres (Korean audio, English subs)
This beautifully animated adaptation of a popular webtoon follows transfer student So-ri, who stumbles upon a mysterious hidden letter at her new school. As she uncovers more notes, she’s led into a story of friendship, healing, and resilience in the face of bullying. With heartfelt artistry and tender storytelling, Your Letter is perfect for viewers who appreciate emotional depth in animated films.
5. Love Me
Release Date: 19 Dec | Platform: JTBC
Adapted from the Swedish drama Älska Mig, this warm family series shines a light on the evolving nature of love — between partners, friends, and relatives. The protagonist appears to have the perfect life, but beneath the surface lies loneliness and longing. Through everyday moments — from family dinners to quiet mornings — Love Me reminds us that happiness often comes from the simplest acts.
6. The Great Flood
Release Date: 19 Dec | Platform: Netflix
In a future ravaged by relentless, city-swallowing floods, The Great Flood centers on a small band of people stranded inside a towering apartment complex that’s almost entirely underwater. With survival hanging by a thread, they not only battle the unforgiving elements but also confront the raw instincts humans reveal when pushed to the brink.
7. Made in Korea
Release Date: 24 Dec | Platform: Hulu & JioHotstar
Set against the turbulent backdrop of 1970s South Korea, Made in Korea unfolds as a sweeping political drama charting a nation’s rapid transformation. Through significant historical turning points and fierce struggles for power, the series examines the forces—both personal and political—that shaped the country during one of its most pivotal eras.
8. Cashero
Release Date: 26 Dec | Platform: Netflix
Closing out the year on a comedic and unconventional note, Cashero delivers a superhero story unlike any other. Kang Sang-woong discovers that his powers fluctuate according to the amount of money in his wallet. Low on funds? Abilities vanish. Flush with cash? He becomes nearly unstoppable.
December’s Lineup
From survival thrillers and political epics to offbeat comedies and heartfelt dramas, December delivers a range of standout Korean stories. Whether you’re after tension, romance, courtroom intrigue, or a dash of mystery, this month offers something for every kind of viewer.
