The transition from April to May 2026 brings an exhilarating wave of television content for Korean drama enthusiasts. With 16 diverse titles hitting major streaming platforms like Netflix, Disney+, and Viki, the upcoming week promises everything from high-stakes criminal investigations to heartwarming family sagas.
This week is particularly significant as it marks the return of Hallyu favorite Park Bo Young and features the highly anticipated conclusion of Yoo Yeon Seok’s supernatural legal hit. Below is your comprehensive guide to the must-watch releases between April 27 and May 3.
The Most Anticipated Premiere: Gold Land
Leading the new entries is Gold Land, premiering April 29 on Disney+. This crime thriller stars Park Bo Young as a security screening officer at an international airport. Her mundane life is turned upside down when she discovers gold bars valued at ₩150 billion. However, the fortune comes with a price, as she unknowingly becomes a target for a dangerous illegal smuggling syndicate.
Returning Favorites and Buzzworthy Collaboration
Drama fans are also keeping a close eye on Perfect Crown (Disney+), which highlights the first-ever on-screen pairing of IU and Byeon Woo Seok. The series continues its run with episodes 7 and 8 on May 1 and 2, also featuring Noh Sang Hyun and Gong Seung Yeon.
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Meanwhile, Ahn Hyo Seop and Chae Won Bin continue to captivate audiences in Sold Out on You on Netflix. Episodes 3 and 4 air on April 29 and 30, bringing more depth to the chemistry between the leads, supported by Kim Bum and Go Doo Shim.
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Notable Series Finales
It is time to say goodbye to two fan-favorite series this weekend. Phantom Lawyer, starring Yoo Yeon Seok, will air its final two episodes on May 1 and 2 via Netflix and Viki. This unique blend of fantasy and law followed a late-blooming attorney whose life changed after moving into a former shaman’s residence. Additionally, the slice-of-life drama We Are All Trying Here concludes its run on Netflix on May 3, wrapping up the story of an aspiring director and the filmmaking group known as The Eight.
Comprehensive Schedule of Weekly Releases (April 27 – May 3)
1. Yumi’s Cells 3 (Viki) Kim Go Eun returns as Yumi in the third installment of this beloved series.
- Release: April 27 (Ep. 5) & April 28 (Ep. 6)
2. The Scarecrow (Viki) A dark thriller starring Park Hae Soo alongside Lee Hee Joon and Kwak Sun Young.
- Release: April 27 (Ep. 3) & April 28 (Ep. 4)
3. Our Happy Days (KBS) A daily family drama focusing on individuals navigating the complexities of multi-generational life.
- Release: April 27 – May 1 (Ep. 21-25)
4. First Man (MBC) A revenge-themed romance involving twin sisters and a deceitful stepmother.
- Release: April 27 – May 1 (Ep. 93-97)
5. Pearl in Red (KBS) Two women seek vengeance against the powerful Adele family in this daily thriller.
- Release: April 27 – May 1 (Ep. 39-43)
6. Cabbage Your Life (KBS) Park Sung Woong leads this drama alongside Lee Soo Kyung and Lee Jin Woo.
- Release: April 30 (Ep. 6)
7. Absolute Value of Romance (Amazon Prime Video) A lighthearted teen rom-com about a student who writes a secret novel featuring her teachers.
- Release: May 1 (Ep. 7-8)
8. Reverse (Wavve) A suspenseful mystery thriller featuring Seo Ji Hye, Go Soo, and Kim Jae Kyung.
- Release: May 1 (Ep. 5-6)
9. Filing for Love (Viki) Shin Hye Sun makes her return in this series co-starring Gong Myung and Kim Jae Wook.
- Release: May 2 (Ep. 3) & May 3 (Ep. 4)
10. Recipe for Love (KBS) A modern-day Romeo and Juliet story centered on childhood friends caught in a 30-year family feud.
- Release: May 2 (Ep. 27) & May 3 (Ep. 28)
11. Doctor Shin (TV Chosun) A medical thriller following a neurosurgeon (played by the lead) who is navigating a high-profile engagement.
- Release: May 2 (Ep. 15) & May 3 (Ep. 16)
Whether you are looking for the emotional depth of a slice-of-life story or the adrenaline of a crime thriller, this week’s K-drama lineup offers a perfect binge-watching opportunity for every type of viewer.
