KBS' 'Drama Special 2026' Continues 42-Year Legacy With Eight Music-Infused Episodes

The evolution of Korea's only one-act drama series, with variations in music and narrative

'KBS' has unveiled the lineup for its 2TV series 'Drama Special 2026', promising to leave a lasting impression on viewers in homes across the country at the end of the year. KBS said on the 14th that this season will feature eight 'one-act dramas'.

The central theme running through this year's 'Drama Special 2026' is 'Sound: Track'. Using the diverse songs people encounter by chance or by necessity in everyday life as a narrative device, the series will portray stories of love, separation and personal growth in rich detail. Its combination of music and drama creates a multidimensional production that engages viewers' ears and eyes at the same time.

The eight works scheduled for this season are:

• 'You, More Than the Scent of Spring' (Nov. 18)

• 'After the Play Ends' (Nov. 19)

• 'When My Loneliness Calls for You' (Nov. 26)

• 'Bye, Summer' (Dec. 2)

• 'Reminiscence' (Dec. 3)

• 'The Annals' (Dec. 9)

• 'Lie, Lie, Lie' (Dec. 10)

• 'Autumn Morning' (Dec. 16)

The series premieres on the 18th of next month and runs through Dec. 16. Except for Nov. 25, episodes will air regularly at 9:50 p.m. every Wednesday and at 10 p.m. every Thursday, setting an emotional tone for late-night viewers.

The 'KBS one-act drama' series, which began in 1984 under the name 'Drama Game', is marking its 42nd year. Despite a broadcast environment that can easily become overly focused on commercial considerations, it has faithfully served as a 'gateway' for discovering new directors, writers and promising actors, helping strengthen the foundation of South Korea's drama industry.