noun
drama serial; TV drama series
Refers to a television drama that airs in multiple episodes, typically weekly, as opposed to a one-off special or film.
今クールの連続ドラマの中で、あの刑事ものが一番面白い。
Among this season's drama series, that detective show is the most interesting.
彼女は連
She was chosen for the lead role in a TV drama series.