A few historical dramas were announced for 2023. We will keep updating throughout the year, so stay tuned. Web dramas are not included in this list and this is not a ranking. This is not a ranking. Dramas starting in 2023 are included in this list.
1. “Youth, Climb the Barrier”
When: 2023 on tvN Cast: Park HyungSik, Jeon SoNee Summary: It tells the story of a mysterious genius woman whose family was accused of murder overnight and of a crown prince who is under a mysterious curse. When the two of them first met at the most desperate moments of their lifes, they recognized each other as their only savior and their relationship transformed into romance. Why watch?: -To be updated with the release of the first teaser-
2. “Poong, the Joseon Psychiatrist” Season 2
When: January 11 Cast: Kim MinJae, Kim HyangGi, Kim SangKyung Summary: Yoo SePoong, a genius doctor, and Seo EunWoo, an eccentric doctor, meet once again at the beautiful and strange clinic. A warm prescription for the sick ones, and for the villain, a fresh blast from the doctors of the Joseon era, and a happy prescription! Why watch?: if you missed them, it is finally time to meet again with the warm family of the Gyesoo clinic and new characters. But we are also finally knowing the following the cliff-hanging end of season 1!
3. “Joseon Lawyer”
When: TBA Cast: Woo DoHwan, WJSN’s BoNa Summary: (Based on webtoon) It is a refreshing and heartwarming story about Kang HanSu, a lawyer who plans lawsuits and even takes advantages of the feelings of wronged victims. Due to unintended events, he becomes revered as the people’s “solver” and hero, which causes him to really grow into a just lawyer. Why watch?: -To be updated with the release of the first teaser-
4. “Lovers”
When: TBA Cast: (in talks) NamKoong Min, (in talks) Ahn EunJin Summary: It tells the story of the man who does not believe in marriage, but falls in love with a woman who believes in love even after failing in marriage twice. Why watch?: -To be updated with the release of the first teaser-
6. “Flower Scholar’s Love Story”
When: TBA Cast: Shin YeEun, RyeoUn, Kang Hoon, Jung GunJoo Summary: It is a refreshing and mysterious romance drama that revolves around Yoon Dano, the owner of Ehwawon, a boarding house that breaks all types of stereotypes, and the 3 boarders who have secrets. Why watch?: -To be updated with the release of the first teaser-
7. “Handwritten”
When: TBA Cast: Seo InGuk (in talks) Summary: The drama is set in the Joseon Dynasty and the story revolves around Kwon SooYoung, his journey to find his identity after losing his memory, and how he gets caught in a power struggle. Why watch?: -To be updated with the release of the first teaser-
8. “Haesi’s Sinru”
When: TBA Cast: Kim SeonHo Summary: In an extra space of the Joseon Palace, a burning triangle romance takes place between a mysterious woman and the monarchs of Korea and China. Why Watch?: -To be updated with the release of the first teaser- -to be updated-
BONUS: “Arthdal Chronicles: Season 2”
This drama is not per se historical, however, the universe being similar to historical ones, we decided to include it in this list. When: TBA Cast: Lee JoonGi, Shin SaeKyeong, Jang DongGun, Kim OkBin Summary: It tells the stories of various heroes writing different legends of the mystical and ancient country of Arthdal. Why watch?: -To be updated with the release of the first teaser- Note: Dramas such as “Oasis” which portray the 80s and 90s, “Tale of the Bandits”, along with “Tale of the Nine-Tailed 1938” which is considered more fantastic than historical are not listed here. 4 Historical K-Dramas Of 2022 KDRAMA STORIES|Apr 5, 2022 10 Historical K-Dramas Of 2021 KDRAMA STORIES|Jan 4, 2022 4 Historical K-Dramas Of 2020 KDRAMA STORIES|Dec 10, 2020 17 Best Romance Historical K-Dramas To Have On Your Watchlist (2022 Update) KDRAMA STORIES|Dec 14, 2022
