The Price of Confession Premieres December 5, 2025 on Netflix!

Jeon Doyeon and Kim Goeun star in Netflix’s The Price of Confession.
A dark thriller of two women bound by one deadly secret.
Streaming December 5, 2025.

While the Korean drama industry keeps producing new titles, not every project can combine A list stars, a masterful director, and a gripping narrative. The Price of Confession is set to achieve just that. This mystery thriller, directed by Crash Landing on You’s Lee Junghyo, brings together two powerhouse actresses, Jeon Doyeon and Kim Goeun, portraying women bound by dark secrets. Produced by Studio Dragon, the creative force behind countless hit dramas, and distributed globally by Netflix, the series will premiere on December 5, 2025.

The release news immediately captured online buzz. Official Studio Dragon accounts and fans on X (formerly Twitter) shared the latest stills: Jeon Doyeon in a prison uniform with a blank stare, Kim Goeun sporting a short haircut during an interrogation, and dimly lit city shots that exude suspense. The captions hint at the story of two women who exchange confessions for a secret pact, while a prosecutor hunts for the truth behind their lies. Netflix’s poster features the tagline “Confessions, exchanged.”, suggesting that a confession isn’t the end but the start of a dangerous new game. Written by Kwon Jongkwan, the series marks another milestone in the ongoing production partnership between Studio Dragon and Netflix.

Synopsis, Cast, and Production Details

Jeon Doyeon plays Yunsu, a housewife accused of murdering her husband. Her family life shatters after his mysterious death, and she must prove her innocence. In the trailer, Yunsu is seen calling emergency services while staring at her husband’s blood-covered body; her calm demeanor during interrogation only deepens the police’s suspicions. Behind bars, she meets Mo Eun, a cold-hearted inmate nicknamed “the witch” for her uncanny ability to read people. Mo Eun, portrayed by Kim Goeun, offers to falsely confess to killing Yunsu’s husband, but the offer comes with a price. This pact becomes the core of the narrative: who is truly guilty, and what are they hiding?

The cast also includes Park Haesoo as Baek Donghun, a devoted prosecutor determined to uncover the truth behind Yunsu and Mo Eun’s testimonies. Jin Sunkyu plays Jang Junggu, a lawyer and former boxer defending Yunsu, ready to fight to prove her innocence. Their performances promise a thrilling clash between justice, ethics, and personal ambition.

Overall, The Price of Confession is being hailed as one of the most anticipated K dramas of late 2025. The collaboration between Netflix and Studio Dragon ensures top-tier production quality, while Kwon Jongkwan’s script promises a story that is both grim and thought-provoking. Critics also praise Kim Goeun for her fearless choice of genre-bending projects. Following the success of Exhuma, Little Women, and Eunjoong and Sangyeon, she once again takes on a complex role that pushes her artistic limits. Similarly, Cannes winner Jeon Doyeon continues to challenge herself with morally intricate characters that highlight her depth and range.

Online reactions reveal sky-high expectations for this collaboration. Below are several fan comments translated or quoted directly:

“Two queens, one is forever iconic while the other is the rising swan. Now that’s what I want for my binge-watch. Two women, their confession, their chemistry and their dark story. I can already sense that these two powerhouse actresses will own this drama.”

“Can we talk about how Kim Goeun and Jeon Doyeon are about to own this drama?! Their acting is on another level. Two absolute gems and the pride of Korean cinema. Honestly, no idea how one country can have so much talent 🥺💖.”

“Kim Goeun truly has an incredible instinct for choosing her projects. From Yumi’s Cells and Exhuma to Love in the Big City and Eunjoong and Sangyeon, she nails every genre flawlessly.”

“What’s amazing about Kim Goeun is how she never repeats herself; every role makes us forget her last one… remarkable.”

“At first, it was said that Han Sohee and Song Hyekyo would star in this drama. I was honestly disappointed when the casting changed, but now it feels even more fitting for a thriller. Each actor perfectly matches their role, and I can’t wait to see their acting duel.”

“Kim Goeun’s range is simply extraordinary.”

“Kim Goeun’s blessings never stop. After Exhuma, Love in the Big City, and Eunjoong and Sangyeon, she now shines again in The Price of Confession. How could anyone not adore her?”

Although it has yet to air, the drama is already gaining traction thanks to its stellar cast and creative team. With Netflix streaming it exclusively worldwide, audiences everywhere can tune in simultaneously on December 5, 2025. If you’re drawn to psychological thrillers filled with moral tension and shifting truths, The Price of Confession might be the perfect successor to Squid Game and Kill Boksoon. Prepare to watch two brilliant actresses trade confessions and risk everything in a deadly game of truth and lies.

Source: Netflix (production and character details), Screen Global Production, and ABS-CBN (cast introduction).