Meet the cynical nine-tailed Eun-ho, a fox who has spent centuries refusing to become human, and a narcissistic soccer star living his best life. When a wish goes wrong, everything they’ve built falls apart. This SBS and Netflix’s new Korean drama, “No Tail To Tell,” is one of the must-watch K-dramas this January 2026. Its teaser is already captivating as the year’s first big rom-com fantasy. If you’ve been waiting for something that blends folklore, humor, and real heart without the tired tropes, then you should mark your calendar for this series. Read on to find out more about the series and why it should be on your list.
“No Tail To Tell” (“오늘부터 인간입니다만”) Korean Drama 2026
This is not an ordinary story about Gumiho. “No Tail To Tell” flips the script on Korean mythology by making the main character desperate to stay exactly as she is—magical, immortal, and free. SBS and Netflix created something fresh. It’s a romantic fantasy-comedy that mixes freedom and confusion with genuine emotional depth underneath the laughs.
Synopsis
Meet Eun-ho. She’s a gumiho from Myohyangsan Mountain who spent centuries deciding she doesn’t want to become human.
Although traditional folklore dictates that gumihos should pursue humanity, Eun-ho chooses freedom. She grants every wish and enjoys eternal youth. And she has no room for complications, especially love.
Then comes Kang Si-yeol. He’s a world-class soccer player for Thames FC. His entire life runs like a book. Discipline, image, and control. Everything stays exactly where it belongs until the day he meets Eun-ho.
An accident turns Eun-ho into an ordinary human. Unexpectedly, they are tied together by fate and a desire that ends tragically.
What happens next? A compelling push-and-pull romance filled with chaotic yet laughable misunderstandings. This chemistry will keep you until the end.
Cast Lineup & Characters
Main Cast
“No Tail To Tell” unites Kim Hye-yoon (“Lovely Runner”) and Lomon (“All of us Are Dead”).
In this show, Kim Hye-yoon delivers another expressive performance, making every moment feel real. She brings the character Eun-ho, the Gumiho, to life. She’s confident, unpredictable, and emotionally guarded. Eun-ho isn’t trying to be likable. She is who she is. That authenticity is what makes her so compelling.
This series marks Lomon’s first comeback in a romantic comedy in a full-length role after the web drama “Sweet Revenge” in 2017. This time, he plays Kang Si-yeol, a top soccer player. His character is very dominant on the field, but not in his heart. This combination creates room for real growth and genuine humor.
Supporting Cast
The supporting cast adds layer and balance, bringing depth to both the magical and human worlds within the story.
- Jang Dong-Joo
- Lee Si-Woo
- Kim Tae-Jung
- Yu Hwan
- Ji Seung-Jun
- Kim Tae-Hee
- Choi Seung-Yoon
- In Gyo-Jin
- Choi Seung-Yoon
- In Gyo-Jin
- Lee Seung-Joon
- Kim Tae-Woo
- Joo Jin-Mo
- Cha Mi-Kyung
Production Details
Director Kim Jung Kwon, known for his works 2023 hits “Maestra: Strings of Truth” and “Love to Hate You,” worked together with writers Cho A Yeong and Park Chan Young, who wrote “best Chicken” in 2019.
They created this series for SBS, and the creative team truly put thought into every scene. This show also marks the start of a content partnership between SBS and Netflix, with Netflix holding global streaming rights.
Release Date & Where to Watch
Korean drama “No Tail To Tell” will premiere on January 16, 2026,and finish on February 21, 2026. You can watch it on SBS (South Korea) and Netflix globally. The 12-episode Korean drama will air on Fridays and Saturdays at 9:50 p.m. KST.
Reasons to Watch
- A gumiho is a mythical creature from Korean folklore that lives for hundreds of years. They gain power and wisdom with each good deed until they become human. This drama asks a bold question: what if becoming human wasn’t the goal? What if staying yourself was worth everything?
- In “No Tail To Tell,” Kim Hye-yoon plays Gumiho, making her the third actress to take on this role in a TV series. Before her, Han Da-gam played a Gumiho in “Grudge: The Revolt of Gumiho,” and Shin Min-ah did so in “ My Girlfriend is Gumiho.”
- This series balances heart and humor. It explores identity, freedom, love, and destiny with humor and warmth, while staying true to its cultural roots.
Final Thoughts
“No Tail To Tell” isn’t your typical rom-com fantasy. It’s a reflection on life.
Eun-ho shows someone who is afraid of losing herself to love and duty. Meanwhile, Si-yeol portrays what it’s like to be under pressure in order to be perfect all the time.
They show us that a conflict can be messy yet beautiful, and openness can lead us to something meaningful. Together, they will show us that sometimes, the magic happens when you stop trying to control everything and let someone in.
So, what about you? If you could stay exactly as you are forever, would you? Or would you risk it all for something new? Please share your thoughts with us in the comments below.
In the meantime, watch the trailer for “No Tail To Tell” below.
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