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The first production set to launch is Judge Lee Han-young, featuring performances by Ji Sung and Park Hee-soon. Scheduled for a January 2 premiere, this drama revolves around themes of justice and time travel. The narrative follows Lee Han-young (portrayed by Ji Sung), who, once subjugated by a prominent law firm, finds himself transported a decade into the past. In this temporal shift, he is presented with the opportunity to alter his fate and combat significant malevolence embodied by Kang Shin-jin (played by Park Hee-soon). The anticipated dramatic interactions between Ji Sung and Park Hee-soon are expected to captivate audiences.
The subsequent release, The Brilliant Season of You, aims to provide warmth during the winter months. It explores the romance between Chan (played by Chae Jong-hyeop), who approaches life with the enthusiasm of a perpetual summer, and Ran (played by Lee Sung-kyung), who has emotionally retreated into a winterlike existence. Their serendipitous meeting catalyzes a thawing of time. The ensemble cast further includes Lee Mi-sook, Kang Seok-woo, Han Ji-hyun, and Oh Ye-ju.
IU and Byun Woo-seok headline 21st Century Grand Duchess, a romantic drama set within a fictional 21st-century Korean constitutional monarchy. The storyline centers on Seong Hee-joo (played by IU), a wealthy individual dissatisfied with her commoner status, and Prince Ian (played by Byun Woo-seok), who grapples with the emptiness of his royal position. Recognized for its exceptional script in the MBC drama competition, this production is among the most eagerly awaited in 2026.
Fifties Professionals is a narrative blend of action and comedy, focusing on three men who, despite appearing ordinary, were once accomplished individuals. As fate intervenes, they are compelled to re-engage with life’s challenges, utilizing their undiminished loyalty and instincts despite their age and physical decline. Shin Ha-kyun, Oh Jung-se, and Heo Sung-tae collaborate to deliver a mix of heartfelt action and humor.
Set for a late-year broadcast, Married Woman Killer delves into the life of a working mother with a precarious occupation, balancing professional and personal responsibilities. The plot follows Yoo Bo-na (played by Gong Hyo-jin), who, returning from a three-year maternity leave, resumes her role as an assassin targeting notorious criminals. The drama intensifies as her husband, portrayed by Jung Joon-won, becomes increasingly curious about his wife’s clandestine life.
Liar is a psychological drama that delves into the conflicting recollections of two individuals, each steadfast in their pursuit of the truth. Featuring Yoo Yeon-seok and Seo Hyun-jin, the drama reunites the duo post their collaboration in Romantic Doctor, Teacher Kim.
Your Ground is a youthful romance that follows a baseball player, played by Gong Myung, who after experiencing a significant career setback, encounters a lawyer-turned-agent, portrayed by Han Hyo-joo. Together, they embark on a journey aimed at re-establishing his athletic career.
A representative from MBC revealed, “Our 2026 lineup was curated to deliver top-quality dramas while ensuring a wide range of genres to engage diverse viewer preferences,” thereby emphasizing the strategic focus on genre diversity.