10 Latest Indonesian Drama Series in 2024

"Harus Kawin" (loosely translated as Must Get Married) is an Indonesian streaming series that debuted in 2024. Produced by SinemArt and directed by Vemmy Sagita, it stars Haico Van der Veken, Kevin Julio, and Junior Roberts. It's about a group of friends grappling with the incessant question of 'when to get married?'

Yuki (Haico Van der Veken), Mike (Kevin Julio), and their circle of friends are on the brink of adulthood, facing mounting pressure from their families to settle down. This constant interrogation about marriage particularly disturbs Mike, who is still on a journey of self-discovery.

To appease their families, Yuki and his friends travel to Rabbit Island, a place shrouded in myths and reputed to be a hotspot for singles seeking partners.

As their adventure unfolds, the island's romantic setting quickly gives way to chaos. Personal secrets are exposed and their friendship is tested. Will their mission for love on Rabbit Island be fruitless, or will it lead to unexpected revelations?

Check out this entertaining Indonesian drama series, perfect for watching with family and friends! Titled "Keluarga Hitung-Hitungan," the story is based on a Wattpad novel by Icha Widya Pranata and centers on a couple with very different backgrounds, which makes their marriage full of funny moments.

Ozha (Kevin Julio) and Shuha (Tissa Biani) are a young married couple. Ozha likes to save money and always keeps track of their spending carefully, while Shuha loves to shop and often spends a lot.

Their different ways of handling money often lead to arguments about their finances. On top of that, their parents like to get involved in their lives, which makes everything more stressful. Can Ozha and Shuha find a way to make their marriage work despite their differences?

Screenplay Films has launched a new series called "Santri Pilihan Bunda", inspired by a Wattpad story by Salsyabila Falensia. This television series features Naura Ayu and Fadli Alaydrus in the lead roles and focuses on their domestic life.

Aliza (Naura Ayu), a beautiful young woman, is pushed into an arranged marriage by her mother, who chooses a religious student named Kinaan (Fadli Alaydrus) for her. Aliza is initially reluctant to marry Kinaan, a man she has never met before.

As expected, their marriage starts off dull. Kinaan also struggles with shadows from his past. Over time, however, Aliza begins to warm up to him, opening her heart to the possibility of truly loving Kinaan as her husband. Just as things start to improve, complications arise. What happens next?

Indonesian dramas keep getting better and more fun, don't they? They might be a bit predictable, but they're definitely entertaining! One such drama is "Private Bodyguard," produced by SinemArt and directed by Asep Kusdinar. It's based on a novel called "Private Bodyguard" by Caroline Puspojudo.

The story follows an orphan girl named Felysia (played by Sandrinna Michelle), who is adopted by the wealthy Winston family. This decision doesn't sit well with Winston's children—Raga (Junior Roberts), Jordan (Fattah Syach), Naviro (Harry Vaughan), and Helga (Arya Mohan). They initially plan to make life tough for Felysia at home and school, where they are known as the Four Princes.

However, as time passes, they start to feel a connection with Felysia and begin to look out for her like true siblings, becoming her personal bodyguards.

"Ratu Adil" is an Indonesian drama series created by Frontier Pictures, directed by Tommy Dewo and Ginanti Rona. This series spans 8 episodes and stars the talented Dian Sastrowardoyo as the lead character, captivating many viewers with her performance.

The story revolves around Lasja Soeryo (Dian Sastrowardoyo), who is a housewife with a comfortable lifestyle. Suddenly, she finds out her father is tangled in a business feud with the most dangerous mafia group known as the 9 Dragons. As if things couldn't get worse, her husband also gets dragged into the mess.

To safeguard her family, Lasja decides to resolve the root of the conflict. Her journey is tough as she must use her wits to fiercely protect her loved ones. Will Lasja, the "Queen of Justice," manage to restore peace to the Soeryo family?

Hadrah Daeng Ratu, one of Indonesia's renowned directors, is not limited to films; she has also ventured into television series. Her latest series, "Cinta Pertama Ayah," is now streaming on the Original Video channel, starring Ahmad Al Ghazali, Yasmin Napper, and Dwi Sasono.

Amara (Yasmin Napper) is a beloved and bright girl, excelling in both her academic and extracurricular activities. She has big dreams and the drive to achieve them, and she has a supportive boyfriend, Stefan (Ahmad Al Ghazali), who is also her classmate.

Tragedy strikes during a holiday with friends when Amara is sexually assaulted, leaving her feeling shattered and hopeless.

Determined to seek justice, Stefan and his father (Teuku Rifnu Wikana) start digging into the incident. Their quest for truth pits them against some powerful adversaries.

In 2023, following the success of the film Dear Jo: Almost is Never Enough in Indonesia, Monty Tiwa adapted the story into a series. Titled Dear Jo, the series features Stefan William, Anggika Bolsterli, and Isaiah Abraham, with a script also by Monty Tiwa.

Ella (Anggika Bolsterli), a single mother living in Bangkok, struggles to support herself and her child after her husband's infidelity. Desperate for a solution, she knows a couple seeking a surrogate mother. The couple, Jo (Stefan William) and Maura (Fita Anggriani), offer Ella a way out.

Ella quickly agrees and signs a surrogacy contract. However, as the surrogacy process unfolds, it spirals into a dramatic love triangle, involving Ella, Jo, and Maura in an intense and emotional conflict.

Natasha Wilona shines in her latest television series, "Happy Birth-Die," alongside a cast of young Indonesian talents including Emir Mahira and Zee JKT48. Directed by Kuntz Agus, the series is adapted from a popular Wattpad story by Risma Ridha Annisa.

Pijar (Natasha Wilona) is a girl burdened with a daunting ability: she can foresee the death of others on their birthdays. While some might consider this power a gift, for Pijar, it's a disturbing curse that overshadows her life.

Convinced that finding true love will break the curse, Pijar struggles in her quest for it. Her life changes when she meets Heksa (Emir Mahira), a shy classmate. As they grow closer, they not only share moments but also uncover dark secrets about each other. Will these revelations bring them closer, or will they complicate Pijar's search for love and freedom from her curse?

This television series, produced by Rapi Films and based on Ken Terate's novel of the same name, is directed by Sabrina Rochelle Kalangie. It narrates the plight of a girl desperately seeking a husband to break a curse that dooms her to remain single forever.

Eli (Michelle Ziudith) and her younger sister Lisa (Maura Gabrielle) have always been close. However, their bond is tested when Lisa finds love and quickly decides to marry. This throws Eli into despair, as a local superstition claims that if a younger sibling marries first, the elder will never get married.

Driven by this fear, Eli frantically searches for a husband, with a deadline looming just 90 days away—Lisa's wedding day. As her friends scramble to help, chaos happens. Eli really wants to defy the dreaded myth. Will she succeed in her mission?