If Wishes Could Kill (Korean: 기리고, Wish Your Death), also known as Girigo, is a 2026 South Korean young adult horror series that blends mystery, supernatural tension, and coming-of-age drama into a chilling premise. Written by Park Joong-seop and directed by Park Youn-seo, the eight-episode show follows five high school students whose lives spiral out of control after they discover “Girigo,” a strange wish-granting application that begins predicting their sudden deaths. As fear and suspicion take over, the group is forced to confront the truth behind the app before their fate catches up with them. Starring Jeon So-young, Kang Mi-na, Baek Sun-ho, Hyun Woo-seok, and Lee Hyo-je, the series premiered on Netflix on April 24, 2026.
When is ‘If Wishes Could Kill’ releasing?
The k-drama series was released on April 24, 2026, exclusively on Netflix. The eight-episode young-adult Korean horror series follows students dealing with a lethal, wish-granting app called “Girigo.” All episodes are now available to stream, with the release set at 1:30 PM IST.
‘If Wishes Could Kill’ Full Episode Release Schedule:
| Episode | Date | Day |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | April 24, 2026 | Friday |
| 2 | April 24, 2026 | Friday |
| 3 | April 24, 2026 | Friday |
| 4 | April 24, 2026 | Friday |
| 5 | April 24, 2026 | Friday |
| 6 | April 24, 2026 | Friday |
| 7 | April 24, 2026 | Friday |
| 8 | April 24, 2026 | Friday |
What is the show about?
At Seorin High School, five friends stumble upon a strange app called Girigo that claims to grant any wish. What starts as curiosity quickly turns into fear when they realize every wish comes with a fatal consequence. As the app begins to predict their deaths, the group is pushed into a desperate search for answers. Trust begins to break, secrets surface, and each choice feels heavier than the last. To survive, they must uncover the truth behind Girigo before the cost of their desires destroys them all.
‘If Wishes Could Kill’ Complete Cast:
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The series features a strong ensemble led by Jeon So-young as Yoo Se-ah, a talented track and field athlete at Seorin High School who takes charge of uncovering the truth behind the mysterious Girigo app. Kang Mi-na plays Lim Na-ri, a popular student whose life takes a dark turn after getting caught in the app’s deadly curse. Baek Sun-ho appears as Kim Geon-woo, Se-ah’s secret boyfriend, adding emotional stakes to the group’s struggle. Hyun Woo-seok takes on the role of Kang Ha-joon, a sharp and analytical student determined to break down the logic behind the app, while Lee Hyo-je plays Choi Hyeon-wook, whose impulsive decision to use Girigo sets off a chain of dangerous events.
In supporting roles, Jeon So-nee portrays Ha Sal, a skilled shaman and Ha-joon’s sister who steps in to help the students confront the supernatural forces at play. She is joined by Roh Jae-won as Bang Ul, her experienced partner who relies on traditional rituals to investigate the origins of the curse. Among special appearances, Kim Si-a plays Do Hye-ryung, a key figure whose past sheds light on the app’s origins. The cast also includes Park Soo-oh, Jo Wan-Ki as the homeroom teacher, Yoon Sa-Bong as Coach Song, who mentors Se-ah in athletics, and Lim Dong-Yoon as the elevator man, each adding depth to the story’s unfolding mystery.
Where to watch ‘If Wishes Could Kill’?
If Wishes Could Kill is now streaming on Netflix. The Korean drama consists of eight episodes.
