Best K ,J or C Shows so Far ( from Australian perspective]

I have only watched most recent releases, have gone back to watch a few but nothing before 2010. This list is based on how much i either binge watched, or looked forward to watching every week when released.

Still to watch, I'm sure a few below will move into top 100

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Descendants of the Sun

Brock Alexander Jul 6, 2021

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1. Mr. Sunshine

Korean Drama - 2018, 24 episodes

10

My First K Drama and has lead me to watch so much K Shows since
2. Story of Yanxi Palace

Chinese Drama - 2018, 70 episodes

10

Fell in love in love with Empress Fucha. best historical C Show i have watched and just in front of The Rise of the Phoenixes
3. The Red Sleeve

Korean Drama - 2021, 17 episodes

10

Truly impressed with this one, The leads and story was incredible. Best Series since Mr Sunshine
4. Prison Playbook

Korean Drama - 2017, 16 episodes

10
5. Mr. Queen

Korean Drama - 2020, 20 episodes

10
6. Under the Queen's Umbrella

Korean Drama - 2022, 16 episodes

10
7. Through the Darkness

Korean Drama - 2022, 12 episodes

10
8. The Crowned Clown

Korean Drama - 2019, 16 episodes

10
9. Against the Current

Chinese Drama - 2026, 47 episodes

10
10. Weak Hero Class 1

Korean Drama - 2022, 8 episodes

10
11. My Mister

Korean Drama - 2018, 16 episodes

10
12. The Rise of Phoenixes

Chinese Drama - 2018, 70 episodes

10
13. The Double

Chinese Drama - 2024, 40 episodes

10
14. My Dearest

Korean Drama - 2023, 10 episodes

10
15. Mouse

Korean Drama - 2021, 20 episodes

10
16. Fated Hearts

Chinese Drama - 2025, 38 episodes

10
17. The Road to Splendor

Chinese Drama - 2026, 36 episodes

10
18. Flourished Peony

Chinese Drama - 2025, 32 episodes

10
19. Stranger

Korean Drama - 2017, 16 episodes

10

Season 1 was a 10, Season 2 was an 8
20. Move to Heaven

Korean Drama - 2021, 10 episodes

10
21. Moving

Korean Drama - 2023, 20 episodes

10
22. Love Like the Galaxy: Part 2

Chinese Drama - 2022, 29 episodes

10
23. Revenant

Korean Drama - 2023, 12 episodes

10
24. Hot Stove League

Korean Drama - 2019, 16 episodes

10
25. Love Like the Galaxy: Part 1

Chinese Drama - 2022, 27 episodes

10
26. Rookie Historian Goo Hae Ryung

Korean Drama - 2019, 40 episodes

10
27. Pursuit of Jade

Chinese Drama - 2026, 40 episodes

10
28. Twenty Five Twenty One

Korean Drama - 2022, 16 episodes

10
29. Moon Embracing the Sun

Korean Drama - 2012, 20 episodes

10
30. Destined

Chinese Drama - 2023, 40 episodes

10
31. Last Samurai Standing

Japanese Drama - 2025, 6 episodes

10
32. Nobody Knows

Korean Drama - 2020, 16 episodes

10
33. Legend of Zang Hai

Chinese Drama - 2025, 40 episodes

10
34. Taxi Driver

Korean Drama - 2021, 16 episodes

10
35. The Rational Life

Chinese Drama - 2021, 35 episodes

10
36. Itaewon Class

Korean Drama - 2020, 16 episodes

10
37. The King's Affection

Korean Drama - 2021, 20 episodes

9.5
38. The Uncanny Counter

Korean Drama - 2020, 16 episodes

10
39. Defendant

Korean Drama - 2017, 18 episodes

10
40. Train

Korean Drama - 2020, 12 episodes

10

Such a sleeper of hit show!
41. The Glory

Chinese Drama - 2025, 30 episodes

9.5
42. Story of Kunning Palace

Chinese Drama - 2023, 38 episodes

10
43. Vincenzo

Korean Drama - 2021, 20 episodes

10
44. Record of Youth

Korean Drama - 2020, 16 episodes

10

Not sure why so lowly rated, this was light fun and Park Bo Gum was great to watch
45. Misaeng: Incomplete Life

Korean Drama - 2014, 20 episodes

10

Slow burn but what a ride, loved the characters
46. Hometown Cha-Cha-Cha

Korean Drama - 2021, 16 episodes

10
47. Backstreet Rookie

Korean Drama - 2020, 16 episodes

10

This was just fun to watch, nothing serious but highly entertaining for me
48. Tunnel

Korean Drama - 2017, 16 episodes

9.5

I liked this more than Signal. Both are great though
49. Mysterious Lotus Casebook

Chinese Drama - 2023, 40 episodes

9.5
50. On the Verge of Insanity

Korean Drama - 2021, 16 episodes

10
51. The Glory

Korean Drama - 2022, 8 episodes

9.5
52. Miraculous Brothers

Korean Drama - 2023, 16 episodes

9.5
53. The Rise of Ning

Chinese Drama - 2024, 40 episodes

9.5
54. Weak Hero Class 2

Korean Drama - 2025, 8 episodes

9.5
55. Sell Your Haunted House

Korean Drama - 2021, 16 episodes

9.5
56. Awaken

Korean Drama - 2020, 16 episodes

9.5
57. Jeongnyeon: The Star Is Born

Korean Drama - 2024, 12 episodes

9.5
58. Nirvana in Fire Season 2: The Wind Blows in Chang Lin

Chinese Drama - 2017, 50 episodes

9.5
59. Kill It

Korean Drama - 2019, 12 episodes

9.5
60. Love to Hate You

Korean Drama - 2023, 10 episodes

9.5
61. The King of Pigs

Korean Drama - 2022, 12 episodes

9.5
62. Undercover

Korean Drama - 2021, 16 episodes

9.5
63. Dr. Romantic Season 2

Korean Drama - 2020, 16 episodes

9.5

2nd season was better
64. 18 Again

Korean Drama - 2020, 16 episodes

9.5

good fun
65. Nirvana in Fire

Chinese Drama - 2015, 54 episodes

9.5
66. May It Please the Court

Korean Drama - 2022, 12 episodes

9.5
67. Reborn Rich

Korean Drama - 2022, 16 episodes

9.5
68. Are You the One

Chinese Drama - 2024, 40 episodes

9.5
69. A Killer Paradox

Korean Drama - 2024, 8 episodes

9.5
70. Yummy Yummy Yummy

Chinese Drama - 2025, 32 episodes

9.5
71. Once Again

Korean Drama - 2020, 100 episodes

9.5

Loved the Song Family, such a treat every week
72. A Splendid Match

Chinese Drama - 2026, 40 episodes

9.5
73. Squid Game

Korean Drama - 2021, 9 episodes

9.5
74. Designated Survivor: 60 Days

Korean Drama - 2019, 16 episodes

9.5
75. Perfect Match

Chinese Drama - 2025, 36 episodes

9.5
76. Legend of the Female General

Chinese Drama - 2025, 36 episodes

9.5
77. Watcher

Korean Drama - 2019, 16 episodes

9.5
78. Si Jin

Chinese Drama - 2025, 40 episodes

9.5
79. Had I Not Seen the Sun

Taiwanese Drama - 2025, 10 episodes

9.5
80. How Dare You!?

Chinese Drama - 2026, 32 episodes

9.5
81. Doctor John

Korean Drama - 2019, 32 episodes

9.5
82. The Price of Confession

Korean Drama - 2025, 12 episodes

9.5
83. Our Movie

Korean Drama - 2025, 12 episodes

9.5
84. Chief of Staff Season 2

Korean Drama - 2019, 10 episodes

9.5
85. In the Name of Blossom

Chinese Drama - 2025, 24 episodes

9.5
86. Hierarchy

Korean Drama - 2024, 7 episodes

9.5
87. The Imperial Coroner

Chinese Drama - 2021, 36 episodes

9.5
88. Threads of Destiny

Chinese Drama - 2025, 26 episodes

9.5
89. The Veil

Korean Drama - 2021, 12 episodes

9.5
90. Celebrity

Korean Drama - 2023, 12 episodes

9.5
91. Avalanche

Japanese Drama - 2021, 10 episodes

9.5
92. Good Partner

Korean Drama - 2024, 16 episodes

9.5
93. A Shop for Killers

Korean Drama - 2024, 8 episodes

9.5
94. The King: Eternal Monarch

Korean Drama - 2020, 16 episodes

9.5
95. The Devil Judge

Korean Drama - 2021, 16 episodes

9.5
96. Chimera

Korean Drama - 2021, 16 episodes

9.5
97. Mask Girl

Korean Drama - 2023, 7 episodes

9.5
98. The Queen Who Crowns

Korean Drama - 2025, 12 episodes

9.5
99. Squid Game Season 2

Korean Drama - 2024, 7 episodes

9.5
100. Partners for Justice Season 2

Korean Drama - 2019, 32 episodes

9.5