K-drama fans worldwide are excited as Bae Suzy and Kim Woo-bin reunite after nine years in Netflix’s highly anticipated fantasy romantic comedy Genie, Make A Wish. The 12-episode series is confirmed to premiere globally on October 3, 2025, aligning with Korea’s Chuseok holiday.
Genie, Make A Wish Netflix Release Date & Time
The drama will stream exclusively on Netflix worldwide from October 3, 2025. While the platform hasn’t officially confirmed the exact release hour, fans can expect Netflix’s usual global rollout, where new episodes typically go live around 12:00 AM PT / 3:00 AM ET / 12:30 PM IST. The release coinciding with Chuseok positions it as one of the year’s major OTT premieres.
Cast & Characters
The show reunites two beloved stars from the 2016 melodrama Uncontrollably Fond.
- Kim Woo-bin as Genie (also called Iblis) – a powerful spirit who awakens after 1,000 years.
- Bae Suzy as Ka-young – an emotionless woman raised under strict control by her grandmother.
- Ahn Eun-jin as Mi-joo – a mysterious figure connected to Genie.
- Noh Sang-hyun as Soo-hyun – Genie’s brother and rival.
- Ko Kyu-pil as Sade – Genie’s assistant.
- Lee Joo-young as Min-ji – Ka-young’s only true friend.
Plot: A Blend of Magic and Romance
The story begins when Ka-young discovers an ancient lamp and accidentally releases Genie from his thousand-year imprisonment. He offers her three transformative wishes, sparking a series of magical yet chaotic events that upend her rigid life.
However, the fantasy takes a darker turn. The genie is not just a playful companion—he is actually Iblis, often described as Satan, who seeks to prove humanity’s flaws. This twist promises a layered narrative mixing romance, humor, and darker mythological elements.
Creative Team & Industry Buzz
The series is written by acclaimed screenwriter Kim Eun-sook, best known for The Glory, Goblin, and The Heirs. Direction is credited to Ahn Gil-ho, whose past works include Happiness and Secret Forest. With Netflix’s continued investment in high-production K-content, Genie, Make A Wish is positioned to capture both domestic and international audiences.
For Kim Woo-bin, this marks a significant return after Black Knight (2023) and his recent film roles. For Suzy, it follows her successful projects Doona! (2023) and Wonderland (2024).
Why This K-Drama Stands Out
The fantasy romance genre has seen massive global success with shows like Goblin and Hotel Del Luna. By combining Suzy and Woo-bin’s star power with Kim Eun-sook’s proven storytelling, Genie, Make A Wish is expected to resonate strongly with international fans and add a fresh spin to the genie-in-a-lamp myth.
