Song Hye Kyo, Shin Min Ah, Suzy: Hottest K-Dramas This Fall

Netflix and Disney+ are expected to continue their global box office success in the latter half of 2026, showcasing a diverse range of Korean original series. From romance to thriller, fantasy, and historical dramas, a wide array of productions are anticipated to capture the interest of both domestic and international viewers. Here are the top 5 anticipated Netflix and Disney+ series for the latter half of 2026, along with the most anticipated actors, as selected by AI.

Netflix's anticipated series, "Slowly, Intensely" (tentative title), is set against the backdrop of the Korean entertainment industry from the 1960s to the 1980s, depicting the growth stories of those who dream of success. Writer Noh Hee-kyung and Director Lee Yoon-jung have joined forces, and Song Hye-kyo and Gong Yoo will be working together for the first time. AI has identified Noh Hee-kyung's emotional depth and the casting of Song Hye-kyo and Gong Yoo as key elements of anticipation, selecting Song Hye-kyo as the most anticipated actress.

Netflix's anticipated series, "The East Palace", tells the story of Gu Cheon (played by Nam Joo-hyuk), who can traverse between worlds, and Saeng-gang (played by Noh Yoon-seo), a palace maid with a secret, as they uncover the curse of the East Palace alongside the King (played by Jo Seung-woo). Garnering attention as Nam Joo-hyuk's comeback project, the series heightens expectations with the addition of Jo Seung-woo and Noh Yoon-seo. AI predicts this will be a work that captures both public appeal and buzz, thanks to its palace setting, fantasy-mystery genre, and a cast boasting solid acting skills.

Disney+'s anticipated series, "The Remarried Empress", is based on a globally hit web novel and webtoon, drawing anticipation with its superstar cast including Shin Min-a, Lee Se-young, Joo Ji-hoon, and Lee Jong-suk. This epic romance fantasy follows Empress Navier (played by Shin Min-a), who, upon being informed of the Emperor's divorce, demands remarriage to a prince from the Western Kingdom. AI points to the combination of a proven story and star casting as a key to its success, selecting Shin Min-a as the most anticipated actress.

Disney+'s anticipated series, "Infatuation", is set in Gyeongseong in 1935 and tells the story of painter Yoon Yi-ho (played by Kim Seon-ho) as he approaches the secrets of the mysterious woman Song Jeong-hwa (played by Suzy). Director Han Jae-rim is at the helm, and the series is receiving significant attention for the reunion of Suzy and Kim Seon-ho. AI analyzes this as a work that can create global buzz solely through its cast combination, anticipating Suzy's intense transformation amidst fantasy and mystery.