Full List of Nominees Revealed for the 4th Blue Dragon Series Awards 2025

One of South Korea's most prestigious honors for streaming content is back! The 4th Blue Dragon Series Awards has officially released its 2025 nominees, celebrating excellence in original series created by local streaming platforms.

Organized by Sports Chosun, the Blue Dragon Series Awards focuses on OTT content rather than traditional broadcast TV dramas. With Korean streaming shows continuing to dominate global platforms like Netflix, Disney+, and TVING, this year’s nominees reflect both critical acclaim and fan-favorite popularity.

Let’s dive into this year’s top categories, nominees, and some surprising picks!

🏆 Best Drama

• "Moving" (Disney+)
  
  

• "The 8 Show" (Netflix)
  
  

• "A Killer Paradox" (Netflix)
  
  

• "Night Has Come" (Wavve)
  
  

• "Pyramid Game" (TVING)
  
  

These nominations reflect a strong trend toward high-concept thrillers and supernatural dramas. “Moving” has especially gained global traction, making it a favorite for the win.

🧑‍🎭 Best Actor

• Kim Soo Hyun – Queen of Tears (tvN/Netflix)
  
  

• Ryu Seung Ryong – Moving (Disney+)
  
  

• Park Ji Hoon – Weak Hero Class 1 (Wavve)
  
  

• Choi Min Shik – Big Bet Season 2 (Disney+)
  
  

• Lee Jung Jae – Squid Game Season 3 (Netflix)
  
  

Kim Soo Hyun’s emotional performance in “Queen of Tears” has sparked serious award buzz, while Park Ji Hoon’s gritty turn in “Weak Hero Class 1” earned unexpected critical acclaim.

👩‍🎭 Best Actress

• Suzy – Doona! (Netflix)
  
  

• Go Youn Jung – Moving (Disney+)
  
  

• Jeon Yeo Been – A Killer Paradox (Netflix)
  
  

• Kim Hye Soo – Boyhood (Wavve)
  
  

• Han Hyo Joo – Dominant Species (Disney+)
  
  

Suzy continues to impress as she balances idol charm with serious acting chops. Meanwhile, Go Youn Jung’s dual role in “Moving” proved she’s one of K-Drama’s rising stars.

🎬 Best Supporting Actor

• Kim Sung Kyun – Moving
  
  

• Heo Sung Tae – Big Bet Season 2
  
  

• Park Hae Joon – Boyhood
  
  

• Jo Woo Jin – The 8 Show
  
  

• Park Byung Eun – Gyeongseong Creature
  
  

🌟 Best Supporting Actress

• Lee Jung Eun – A Killer Paradox
  
  

• Yeom Hye Ran – The Glory
  
  

• Kim Shin Rok – Moving
  
  

• Esom – LTNS
  
  

• Moon So Ri – Queen of Tears
  
  

🎥 Best New Actor

• Roh Yoon Seo – Hierarchy
  
  

• Kim Do Hoon – Moving
  
  

• Lee Shin Young – Night Has Come
  
  

• Jung Jae Kwang – Pyramid Game
  
  

• Yoon Hyun Soo – A Time Called You
  
  

📺 Best Variety Program

• SNL Korea 3 (Coupang Play)
  
  

• The Game Caterers 2 (tvN/YouTube)
  
  

• Earth Arcade 2 (tvN)
  
  

• EXchange 3 (TVING)
  
  

• Bloody Game 2 (Wavve)
  
  

🎤 Best Male Entertainer

• Dex
  
  

• Lee Yi Kyung
  
  

• Kian84
  
  

• Boom
  
  

• Lee Yong Jin
  
  

🎤 Best Female Entertainer

• Joo Hyun Young
  
  

• Lee Eun Ji
  
  

• Hong Jin Kyung
  
  

• Lee Mi Joo
  
  

• Ahn Yu Jin (IVE)
  
  

📊 What Fans Are Saying

K-Drama and K-variety fans have taken to social media to share their excitement (and some frustration) over the nominees. While most agree that “Moving” and “Queen of Tears” deserve their spotlight, some were surprised to see “Gyeongseong Creature” left out of major categories.

Still, the excitement is building as fans prepare to vote and support their favorite stars!

🗓️ When Are the Blue Dragon Series Awards?

The 4th Blue Dragon Series Awards Ceremony will be held in July 2025, with a live-streamed red carpet and star-studded appearances expected.