KDramas of 2023

January 2

“A cocky neuroscientist and a grumpy detective walk into a crime scene…”

A genius brain scientist and a by-the-book detective are forced to team up, using neuroscience to solve bizarre cases—and survive each other.  

• 16 episodes, 1 hour and 10 minutes each
• Mystery, Comedy, Crime
• watch if: you enjoy odd-couple duos, light crime procedurals, and brainy humor
• skip if: you want dark thrillers or emotionally grounded storytelling

January 6

“They destroyed his family. Now he’s coming for their empire.” 

A former money dealer joins forces with a gutsy prosecutor to take down a corrupt financial cartel that manipulates justice for profit.

• 12 episodes, 1 hour and 10 minutes each
• Revenge Thriller, Law, Crime, Political-Corruption-Action Drama
• watch if: you like gritty revenge dramas, power plays, and morally driven heroes
  skip if: you dislike heavy plots or anti-establishment narratives

January 7

“She’s clawed her way to the top. Now the real battle begins.” 

In the competitive world of ad agencies, a woman becomes the first female executive at a top firm—but her success threatens the fragile egos around her.

• 16 episodes, 1 hour and 5 minutes each
• Business Drama
• watch if: you love workplace drama, smart female leads, and behind-the-scenes tension
• skip if: you prefer romance-forward stories or light office vibes

January 11

“His mind heals others. But his heart still needs mending.”

Back in the village clinic, genius physician Poong continues treating troubled souls—while navigating new cases, old wounds, and slow-burning romance.

• 10 episodes, 1 hour and 15 minutes each
• Historical Medical Drama, Mystery, Romance
• watch if: you want healing period drama, heartwarming cases, and soft character growth
• skip if: you’re looking for fast-paced plots or heavy historical politics

January 14

“She’s a banchan shop owner. He’s a celebrity math teacher. Love was never part of the equation.”

When a single mom enters the world of competitive tutoring for her daughter, she clashes—and then connects—with Korea’s most famous math instructor.

• 16 episodes, 1 hour and 15 minutes each
• Romantic Comedy, Thriller, Murder Mystery
• watch if: you enjoy cozy rom-coms, lovable characters, and slice-of-life sweetness
• skip if: you dislike academic settings, age-gap romances, or slower narratives

January 18

“They were married. Then divorced. Now they’re working together.”

Two divorce lawyers—ex-spouses themselves—are forced to team up at work, reopening old wounds and complicated feelings.

• 12 episodes, 1 hour and 10 minutes each
• Romantic Comedy, Legal Drama
• watch if: you enjoy second-chance romance, legal settings, and messy exes
• skip if: you dislike love-hate dynamics or relationship-heavy dramas

January 19

“A quiet screenwriter and a washed-up actor collide—then connect.”

An introverted writer meets a struggling actor with a past. As they slowly open up to each other, sparks (and scripts) begin to fly.

• 8 episodes, 17 minutes each
• BL Romance, Drama
• watch if: you’re into soft BL romance, healing arcs, and gentle character work
• skip if: you prefer fast pacing, high stakes, or dramatic tension

January 26

“A road trip with old friends. One of them doesn’t plan to make it back.” 

Three high school friends in their 30s take an impulsive trip to the sea. But one of them is quietly battling depression—and hiding a final plan. 

• 6 episodes, 17 minutes each
• Youth Drama, Comedy
• watch if: you appreciate introspective character studies, found-family moments, and tender portrayals of mental health
• skip if: you're looking for something romantic, uplifting, or plot-driven

January 27

“He vanished after the scam of the century. Now the bodies are piling up.”

Years after a massive fraud case, the conman behind it all is presumed dead—until new murders suggest otherwise. A dogged detective digs deep.

• 6 episodes, 1 hour and 10 minutes each
• Crime Thriller, Mystery Drama
• watch if: you crave gritty crime thrillers, twisty plots, and slow-burning suspense
• skip if: you want fast answers or character-driven emotional arcs

January 27

“He’s a grim reaper on sabbatical. She might be his loophole.”

A cursed deity reincarnated every 99 years ends up as a cranky doctor—until he meets a quirky woman who seems immune to his powers.

• 16 episodes, 1 hour and 20 minutes each
• Fantasy Medical Drama, Romantic Comedy
• watch if: you enjoy fantasy romance, reincarnation lore, and divine chaos
• skip if: you dislike tonal shifts or myth-heavy worldbuilding

February 6

“A cursed crown prince. A framed noblewoman. Together, they rewrite fate.”

When a genius woman is accused of murdering her family, she joins forces with a paranoid prince to uncover the truth—and confront their destinies.

• 20 episodes, 1 hour and 20 minutes each
• Historical Romance, Mystery Drama
  
• watch if: you enjoy slow-burn romance, palace intrigue, and strong female leads
• skip if: you prefer modern settings or concise storytelling

February 10

“She’s a fierce feminist. He’s a prickly actor. They fake-date. It backfires.”

A no-nonsense lawyer and a romance-averse celebrity pretend to date for mutual benefit—until real feelings complicate the arrangement.

• 10 episodes, 52 minutes each
• Legal Drama, Romantic Comedy 
• watch if: you love enemies-to-lovers, breezy rom-coms, and powerful female leads
• skip if: you dislike cliché setups or over-the-top humor

February 15

“He gambled everything. Now he’s being hunted.” 

After seizing control of a casino empire in the Philippines, Cha Mu Sik faces deadly enemies, legal trouble—and the ghosts of his past.

• 16 episodes, 1 hour each
• Action, Crime Drama
  
• watch if: you like crime sagas, power struggles, and morally gray leads
• skip if: you want light tone or redemptive arcs

February 15

“A priest from another realm wakes up in a K-pop idol’s body. Chaos ensues.”

When a sacred warrior is transported to modern Korea, he must fight evil—while pretending to be a reluctant boy band member.

• 12 episodes, 1 hour and 10 minutes each
• Fantasy Drama, Romantic Comedy
  
• watch if: you’re into fantasy-comedy, idol hijinks, and fish-out-of-water fun
• skip if: you want realism, depth, or serious stakes

February 17

“When the system fails, this taxi takes justice for a ride.”

The Rainbow Taxi team returns to deliver vigilante justice for victims failed by the law—this time, with bigger cases and new enemies.

• 16 episodes, 1 hour and 10 minutes each
• Revenge Drama, Action Thriller, Mystery Crime
  
• watch if: you like revenge plots, stylish action, and found-family teamwork
• skip if: you prefer legal drama or morally black-and-white stories

February 22

“She wants revenge. But what if she falls for him instead?” 

After her father’s death, Sim Woo-joo seeks revenge on the woman who ruined her family—only to fall for that woman’s son.

• 16 episodes, 1 hour and 10 minutes each
• Romance, Melodrama
  
• watch if: you enjoy slow-burn romance, morally messy characters, and gorgeously moody direction
• skip if: you prefer fast pacing, lighthearted tones, or clear-cut character arcs

February 24

“The fate of the world rests on Jeju Island—and an unwilling savior.” 

As ancient demons awaken, three unlikely allies must stop an apocalypse. But secrets from their past lives may doom them first.

• 6 episodes, 45 minutes each
• Fantasy Drama, Action Thriller
• watch if: you like supernatural battles, dark fantasy lore, and high-stakes action
• skip if: you want character-driven drama over CGI-heavy fight scenes

March 1

“He drives a taxi—for ghosts.” 

A down-on-his-luck cab driver teams up with a ghost passenger to grant final wishes and solve supernatural mysteries.

• 12 episodes, 1 hour and 10 minutes each
• Supernatural, Mystery, Romantic Comedy
• watch if: you like light horror-comedy, episodic ghost stories, and found family
• skip if: you’re tired of crime-solving duos or need tight overall plots

March 2

“One’s a chef. One’s a brand rep. Their first meeting? A drunken disaster.” 

A food-picky chef and a persistent sales rep are forced to collaborate—and end up sharing more than just drinks.

• 8 episodes, 19 minutes each
• BL Romantic Comedy, Food Drama
• watch if: you want low-stakes BL with cozy vibes and food-centric bonding
• skip if: you’re looking for drama-heavy plots or emotional depth

March 4

“Divorce is messy. That’s why he plays piano.” 

Shin Sung-han, a classical pianist turned divorce lawyer, helps his clients through breakups—while healing his own grief.

• 12 episodes, 1 hour
• Legal Drama, Comedy
• watch if: you like adult-centric stories, legal procedurals with heart, and slow-burn healing
• skip if: you need romance or fast-moving plots

March 6

“Three teens grow up in a turbulent era. Dreams come at a cost.” 

In 1980s Korea, friendship, love, and ambition clash as three young people navigate dictatorship, poverty, and betrayal. 

• 16 episodes, 1 hour and 10 minutes each
• Historical Romance, Youth Drama
• watch if: you enjoy retro melodramas, intense love triangles, and political undertones
• skip if: you dislike tragedy, historical settings, or prolonged angst

March 9

“Two ex-friends reunite to make a dating game. Neither is ready for level one: emotions.” 

When high school besties (and maybe first loves) reunite years later for a work project, buried feelings bubble back up. 

• 8 episodes, 15 minutes each
• BL, Workplace Romance
• watch if: you like soft, modern BL with awkward sweetness and realistic tension
• skip if: you're expecting high drama or steamy romance

March 10

“She waited 18 years for revenge. It’s time.” 

With her elaborate plan in motion, Moon Dong-eun tightens the noose around her high school bullies in this chilling conclusion.

• 8 episodes, 55 minutes each
• Revenge, Thriller Drama
• watch if: you want cathartic revenge, dark themes, and powerful female leads
• skip if: you’re sensitive to violence or need morally pure protagonists

March 11

“She has the perfect life. Until she remembers the truth.”

When her buried memories return, Hong Tae-ra realizes her picture-perfect family hides deadly secrets—and she’s part of them.

• 16 episodes, 1 hour and 2 minutes
• Action Thriller Drama
• watch if: you enjoy twist-filled revenge thrillers and high society secrets
• skip if: you're looking for realism or emotional subtlety

March 15

“He kissed him to save face. Feelings weren’t part of the plan.” 

Popular archery ace Da-yeol ends up fake-dating troublemaker Tae-hyun—but real emotions start to surface.

• 7 episodes, 30 minutes
• BL, Highschool Romance, Youth Drama
• watch if: you like school-set BL with emotional undercurrents and layered leads
• skip if: you prefer slow-burn pacing or nuanced side plots

March 20

“Behind this quiet inn, secrets are brewing—and so is love.” 

An innkeeper and three mysterious scholars cross paths while searching for a missing boy in Joseon-era Korea.

• 18 episodes, 1 hour and 10 minutes each
• Historical Romantic Comedy, Mystery Drama
• watch if: you enjoy sageuk romance with mystery, found family, and a strong female lead
• skip if: you want a tightly plotted mystery or grounded historical realism

March 29

“He dives into the ocean—and into something deeper.” 

College junior Jae-won meets newbie Ji-hyun in a surf club, sparking a tender but turbulent relationship.

• 10 episodes, 36 minutes each
• BL, Melodrama Romance
• watch if: you want moody, emotional BL with striking visuals and raw vulnerability
• skip if: you're expecting a light romance or clean resolutions

March 31

“School's out. The war has begun.” 

High school students are conscripted to fight alien invaders as their final exam—whether they want to or not.

• 6 episodes, 1 hour and 14 minutes
• Sci-fi Thriller Action Drama
• watch if: you like dystopian thrillers, social commentary, and ensemble casts
• skip if: you're uncomfortable with violence involving teens or abrupt tonal shifts

March 31

“He fights with the law—but not always for justice.” 

A clever attorney seeks revenge through courtroom schemes in Joseon, only to find himself questioning what’s right.

• 16 episodes, 1 hour and 10 minutes each
• Historical Legal Drama, Romance
• watch if: you enjoy legal drama in historical settings, clever tricks, and slow-burn romance
• skip if: you want fast pacing or tight legal realism

April 7

“The killer’s back. But so is the truth.” 

As more bodies turn up, old cases resurface and Detective Koo finally faces the mastermind behind the decades-long deception.

• 6 episodes, 58 minutes each
• Crime Drama, Mystery Thriller
• watch if: you liked part 1’s gritty mystery and want satisfying closure
• skip if: you're not invested in heavy exposition or morally gray payoffs

April 10

“She had a nice life—until she took the money.” 

A bored housewife working at a bank starts embezzling funds, leading her down a spiraling path of crime and reinvention.

• 10 episodes, 1 hour and 5 minutes each
• Suspense, Thriller
• watch if: you like character-driven thrillers about female rebellion and quiet desperation
• skip if: you need fast-paced plots or overt redemption arcs

April 12

“He’s a civil servant by day. By night—Karma.” 

A cultural property agent moonlights as a masked thief to steal back what belongs to the people.

• 12 episodes, 1 hour each
• Action, Adventure, Mystery, Comedy
• watch if: you enjoy Robin Hood-style antics, stylish heists, and comic book flair
• skip if: you’re looking for realism or layered emotional depth

April 12

“She’s Korea’s top dating coach. Her own love life? A mess.” 

When relationship influencer Bo-ra is dumped, she’s forced to reevaluate her beliefs—with help from a cold but sincere publisher.

• 14 episodes, 1 hour and 10 minutes each
• Romantic Comedy, Life, Melodrama
• watch if: you like witty rom-coms, snarky heroines, and growth-driven arcs
• skip if: you dislike tropes or influencer-centric storytelling

April 14

“She built careers from the shadows. Now she’s running the show.” 

A former fixer for a chaebol turns political strategist to help a human rights lawyer run for mayor.

• 11 episodes, 1 hour and 7 minutes each
• Political Drama
• watch if: you enjoy political thrillers, fierce women, and themes of redemption
• skip if: you’re not into power plays or slow-burning moral dilemmas

April 15

“She traded scrubs for sweatpants. Now she wants both.” 

After two decades as a housewife, Cha Jeong-suk returns to the hospital—and discovers healing herself might be the hardest task. 

• 16  episodes, 1 hour each
• Medical Drama, Comedy, Family
• watch if: you enjoy second-chance stories, medical drama, and empowered women
• skip if: you dislike domestic tension or slow character growth

April 17

“He’s a sweet dad. And also a secret agent.” 

A goofy family man hides his covert ops life from his wife—who’s hiding something, too. 

• 12 episodes, 1 hour and 20 minutes each
• Spy Action Thriller, Comedy, Drama
• watch if: you like spy-comedy hybrids with heart and hijinks
• skip if: you prefer grounded stories or consistent tone

April 17

“He was the school’s punching bag—until the tournament gave him a reason to fight back.” 

Jung Woo, relentlessly bullied, is forced into a brutal competition for underdogs. With help from a kind transfer student, he trains to stand his ground.

• 6 episodes, 22 minutes each
• Youth Action, Comedy Drama
• watch if: you like gritty school dramas, underdog stories, and slow personal growth arcs
• skip if: you're sensitive to bullying scenes or want a lighthearted coming-of-age story

April 19

“Three girls, one guy, one house—and zero preparation for the chaos ahead.” 

A high school boy moves into a sharehouse, only to discover his roommates are three of his female classmates. As they navigate awkward encounters and growing bonds, unexpected relationships begin to bloom.

• 12 episodes, 10 minutes each
• Youth Romantic Comedy
• watch if: you enjoy lighthearted cohabitation comedies, ensemble dynamics, and slow-burn romance
• skip if: you’re not into school-life hijinks or find sharehouse tropes too predictable

April 21

“They were students. Now they’re survivors.” 

As the alien war escalates, the students must decide how far they’ll go—and who they’ll become.

• 4 episodes, 1 hour and 10 minutes each
• Sci-fi Thriller Action Drama
• watch if: you’re invested in Part 1 and want emotional fallout, action, and closure
• skip if: you’re uncomfortable with bleak war stories or unresolved trauma

April 21

“She’s 40—trapped in her 20-year-old body.” 

After a shocking reset, a woman relives her college years to rewrite her fate.

• 12 episodes, 15 minutes each
• Music Drama, Supernatural
• watch if: you like time-reset tales, healing arcs, and coming-of-age with a twist
• skip if: body-swap or fantasy logic isn't your thing

April 24

“They buried the truth. Now the past wears a new face.” 

Four women connected by a murder reunite years later—one of them hiding a dangerous secret.

• 16 episodes, 1 hour and 20 minutes each
• Mystery Thriller, Melodrama
• watch if: you crave melodrama, revenge plots, and unhinged female leads
• skip if: you dislike chaotic twists or morally messy characters

April 26

“A ghost and an AI talk about what it means to be human.” 

In a lonely future, a sentient AI taxi and a ghost passenger share quiet conversations about life, loss, and connection.

• 5 episodes, 10 minutes each
• Sci-fi Drama, Supernatural
• watch if: you enjoy philosophical sci-fi, reflective dialogue, and minimalist storytelling
• skip if: you prefer plot-heavy narratives, emotional catharsis, or human-led dramas

April 26

“She raised him alone. Now she has to do it again.”

After a tragic accident, a prosecutor reverts to a childlike state—and his mother seizes the chance to start over.

• 14 episodes, 1 hour and 10 minutes each
• Family Drama
• watch if: you love heartfelt family stories, second chances, and emotional healing
• skip if: you're sensitive to memory loss or bittersweet themes

April 27

“He sings at weddings. But love? That’s complicated.”

Two men in the wedding industry fall for each other amidst personal baggage and emotional scars.

• 8 episodes, 15 minutes each
• BL, Romance
• watch if: you like soft BL, healing arcs, and quiet, grown-up romance
• skip if: you prefer plot-driven stories or external drama

April 28

“He’s still saving lives—and breaking hospital rules.”

Master Kim returns with a new team of doctors, facing moral dilemmas, personal growth, and medical crises at Doldam Hospital.

• 16 episodes, 1 hour and 10 minutes each
• Medical Drama, Life, Romance
• watch if: you love character-driven medical dramas with heart and grit
• skip if: you’re tired of hospital politics or expect major genre shifts

April 29

“She opens a café to find comfort—and stumbles into a found family.”

After her grandmother’s death, a young woman joins a café that hires only lonely people. There, she finds warmth, healing, and an unexpected romance.

• 6 episodes, 28 minutes each
• Slice of life, Romance, Drama
• watch if: you enjoy healing dramas, cozy atmospheres, and soft romances
• skip if: you prefer plot-heavy stories over emotional introspection

May 1

“A time-traveling duo solves a murder—and confronts their pasts.”

A reporter and a teacher are thrown into the past and must prevent a serial killing case, while uncovering hidden truths about their families.

• 16 episodes, 1 hour and 10 minutes each
• Romance, Drama, Mystery, Time travel
• watch if: you like twisty time-travel mysteries with emotional stakes
• skip if: you dislike nonlinear storytelling or heavier subject matter

May 4

“Office romance is messy—especially when one of you doesn’t believe in love.”

At a production company, cold-hearted team leader Seo Lee Jun meets warm and sincere junior Jeong Ha Ram, who challenges his guarded worldview.

• 8 episodes, 20 minutes each
• BL, Romantic Comedy
• watch if: you’re into workplace BL with emotional depth and character growth
• skip if: you want fast pacing or high-stakes drama

May 5

“Two best friends. One kidney. One girl. What could go wrong?” 

After a kidney transplant, star basketball player Go Yoo finds himself sharing memories—and feelings—with his best friend Go Joon Hee, all while navigating teenage love.

• 8 episodes, 35 minutes each
• Youth Romance
• watch if: you like bittersweet youth dramas with a twist of sci-fi
• skip if: you’re looking for realism or fully developed romance arcs

May 6

“The gumiho is back—this time, in an era of swords, spirits, and war.” 

Lee Yeon is pulled into 1938 Korea, where he must fight supernatural threats and reunite with familiar faces in a tumultuous historical setting.

• 12 episodes, 1 hour and 10 minutes each
• Historical Romance, Fantasy Drama
• watch if: you loved the original and want more action, myth, and brotherhood
• skip if: you prefer grounded stories or dislike fantasy worldbuilding

May 8

“In the spring of 2009, love bloomed—and so did teenage chaos.” 

Set in a Mokpo high school, this nostalgic teen rom-com follows three clumsy boys and girls as they chase first love, friendship, and fleeting youth during a once-in-a-lifetime spring.

• 8 episodes, 17 minutes each
• Romantic Comedy, Youth Drama
• watch if: you enjoy coming-of-age stories, 2000s nostalgia, and sweet local romances
• skip if: you prefer mature storylines, slick production, or tightly plotted dramas

May 10

“She’s underestimated at work—but ready to run her own race.”

Despite her average resume, Park Yoon Jo enters a top PR company and must prove herself amid office politics, inequality, and ethical dilemmas.

• 12 episodes, 58 minutes each
• Workplace Romance, Melodrama
• watch if: you enjoy female-led workplace dramas with social commentary
• skip if: you prefer romance over career stories

May 12

“In a ruined world, survival is for those who deliver.”

In 2071, oxygen is scarce, and elite delivery men known as "knights" risk their lives transporting essentials. One young refugee fights to become one of them.

• 6 episodes, 42 minutes each
• Sci-fi Action Drama
• watch if: you’re into dystopian action with a post-apocalyptic flair
• skip if: you expect deep worldbuilding or emotional nuance

May 15

“A childhood crush returns—now with adult awkwardness.”

TV producer Youngsim reconnects with her first love after 20 years… and he’s now a successful CEO. Sparks fly, but so do misunderstandings.

• 10 episodes, 50 minutes each
• Romantic Comedy
• watch if: you like second-chance romcoms with nostalgic charm
• skip if: you’re over childhood-friend-to-lover plots

May 18

“He’s in love with his best friend. The problem? His best friend doesn’t know.”

In their final year of high school, Jo Yoo Jae quietly pines for his childhood friend Seo Han Joon—until buried feelings rise to the surface.

• 8 episodes, 17 minutes each
• BL, Youth Romance
• watch if: you love pining, slow-burn BL, and tender emotional beats
• skip if: you dislike bittersweet stories or want confident queer representation

May 24

“She needed a break—so she started wandering.” 

A literature teacher escapes her routine with spontaneous weekend trips, finding quiet revelations in unexpected places.

• 8 episodes, 25 minutes each
• Romance, Food, Life Drama
• watch if: you enjoy introspective storytelling, quiet travels, and slice-of-life pacing
• skip if: you prefer fast plots, big twists, or character-heavy drama

May 29

“She's a con artist with no empathy. He's a lawyer with too much.”

A scammer and a righteous lawyer form an uneasy alliance to take down those who wronged them.

• 16 episodes, 1 hour and 10 minutes each
• Comedy, Crime, Revenge Drama
• watch if: you enjoy clever schemes, morally gray leads, and revenge thrillers
• skip if: you prefer straightforward heroes or simple narratives

May 31

“She’s poor. Her new classmates are billionaires. Chaos ensues.”

A scholarship student enters an elite high school and clashes with the queen bee, exposing secrets and scandals among the ultra-rich.

• 10 episodes, 35 minutes each
• Mystery Thriller, Youth Drama
• watch if: you like high school catfights, mean girls, and over-the-top drama
• skip if: you want realism, subtlety, or warm friendships

May 31

“Behind every perfect mom is a secret—and a rival ready to expose it.”

A social media feud between mothers spirals into manipulation, obsession, and tragedy.

• 16 episodes, 1 hour each
• Mystery Thriller Drama
• watch if: you like dark thrillers, cutthroat mind games, and social satire
• skip if: you’re after uplifting themes or wholesome female friendships

June 3

“A girl with sensitive ears, three swoony guys, and one mysterious ASMR candy.” 

On a healing trip to Jeju Island, Chae Rin finds herself at the center of a magical love square—with a grumpy idol trainee, a narcissistic superstar, and her sweet childhood friend. And then there’s the strange Sound Candy that may help them all heal.

• 10 episodes, 25 minutes each
• Youth Romance, Fantasy Drama
• watch if: you enjoy soft romances, healing stories, idol dramas, and a dash of magical realism
• skip if: you’re not into love triangles, fantasy elements, or slower-paced slice-of-life stories

June 5

“He wants to look cool. She wants to fix him. Neither is ready for the fallout.” 

A college couple with clashing ideals try to navigate love, identity, and immaturity in this volatile romance between a wannabe heartthrob and a no-nonsense perfectionist.

• 10 episodes,45 minutes each
• Romance
• watch if: you're into messy young love, flawed characters, and emotionally turbulent dynamics
• skip if: you prefer healthy relationships, mature communication, or light-hearted fluff

June 7

“She gives her boyfriend a breakup deadline—and someone else starts to fall for her.” 

When Ha Yoon’s boyfriend suggests a breakup, she counters with a one-month grace period. But as she leans on her longtime guy friend during their time apart, her boyfriend starts to question everything—especially his feelings.

• 10 episodes, 15 minutes each
• Romance
• watch if: you like contract relationship setups, love triangles with emotional stakes, and modern rom-coms with heart
• skip if: you’re not into jealous boyfriends, messy emotions, or stories that test romantic boundaries

June 7

“He goes to the countryside for peace. He finds a farmer—and a crush.”

A city guy’s quiet rural stay takes a turn when he meets a charming young farmer.

• 8 episodes, 25 minutes each
• BL, Romantic Comedy
• watch if: you enjoy healing BL, scenic backdrops, and slow-burn romance
• skip if: you want fast-moving plots or high-stakes conflict

June 9

“Two boxers team up to fight loan sharks—with their fists.”

Set in a gritty world of money and violence, two young men enter the underground to fight for justice.

• 8 episodes, 1 hour each
• Crime, Action Thriller Drama
• watch if: you love action, bromance, and gritty crime drama
• skip if: you’re sensitive to violence or prefer romance over adrenaline

June 17

“She remembers every one of her past lives—and in this one, she wants to find him again.” 

Ban Ji-eum has lived 18 lives before this one. In her 19th, she’s determined to reconnect with a man she once loved, even if he has no idea who she is.

• 12 episodes, 1 hour and 10 minutes each
• Fantasy Drama Romance
• watch if: you like reincarnation romances, bittersweet longing, and second chances through lifetimes
• skip if: you want grounded love stories or dislike fantasy elements in your rom-coms

June 17

“She smiles for a living—but he absolutely hates fake smiles.”

When a cynical chaebol heir returns to take over a luxury hotel, he clashes (and clicks) with a cheerful employee whose smile might just be real enough to change him.

• 16 episodes, 1 hour and 11 minutes each
• Romantic Comedy
• watch if: you’re into enemies-to-lovers, office romances, and over-the-top Cinderella charm
• skip if: you need nuanced plots or can’t handle cheese and cliché in your romance

June 19

“Behind the picket fence is a rotting secret.”

Two women—one a housewife with a perfect life, the other a victim of domestic abuse—are drawn together by a suspicious smell in a quiet neighborhood.

• 8 episodes, 1 hour each
• Mystery Drama, Psychological Thriller
• watch if: you enjoy psychological thrillers, domestic noir, and slow-burn suspense
• skip if: you prefer lighthearted stories or tidy resolutions

June 19

“They’re grown-ups in age, but childhood never really ends.”

A group of thirtysomethings navigate careers, friendship, family—and the realization that adulthood is mostly faking it.

• 8 episodes, 10 minutes each
• Life, Drama
• watch if: you like slice-of-life dramedies, character-driven stories, and late coming-of-age arcs
• skip if: you need heavy plot or quick pacing

June 23

“Possessed by something deadly, she digs into the mystery before it devours her.”

When a woman becomes linked to mysterious deaths, a folklore professor helps her uncover the truth—while evil forces close in.

• 12 episodes, 1 hour and 10 minutes each
• Supernatural Horror, Mystery Triller
• watch if: you’re into occult horror, Korean folklore, and chilling suspense
• skip if: you avoid jump scares, dark themes, or supernatural stories

June 23

“He’s the first accountant without a degree—and he’s here to bring down the corrupt.”

Jang Ho-woo joins a powerful accounting firm with a hidden motive: to expose the dirty secrets beneath the balance sheets.

• 12 episodes, 1 hour each
• Workplace Drama, Mystery Thriller
• watch if: you enjoy revenge dramas, underdog stories, and smart office politics
• skip if: you dislike corporate settings or procedural narratives

June 24

“Two women time-travel from Joseon to the present—and love gets complicated.”

When a mysterious lunar eclipse sends two noblewomen to modern-day Korea, they encounter lookalikes, forbidden feelings, and generational secrets.

• 16 episodes, 1 hour and 10 minutes each
• Time-travel, Historical Fiction, Fantasy Romance, Melodrama
• watch if: you’re into fantasy sagas, unconventional romances, and time-travel twists
• skip if: you prefer linear storytelling or grounded romance

June 26

“He's half-vampire, half-human—and totally bad at feelings.”

A 100-year-old half-vampire is finally ready to become human—until he’s forced to cohabitate with a coldhearted landlord who disrupts everything.

• 16 episodes, 1 hour each
• Supernatural Drama, Romance, Comedy
• watch if: you love quirky fantasy rom-coms, grumpy-sunshine pairings, and found family vibes
• skip if: you want high stakes or serious tone in your vampire dramas

June 28

“They meet in the dead of winter—and something begins to thaw.”

A quiet romance between two emotionally guarded individuals unfolds against the backdrop of cold weather and personal healing.

• 4 episodes, 7 minutes each
• Youth Romance
• watch if: you enjoy minimalist storytelling, gentle pacing, and slow-burn queer romance
• skip if: you need drama-heavy plots or explicit resolutions

June 28

“One sees the future. The other hears thoughts. Together, they chase truth.”

A struggling writer and a mysterious boy with supernatural abilities team up to uncover buried secrets—and maybe change the world.

• 16 episodes, 1 hour and 10 minutes each
• Time-travel, Mystery Drama
• watch if: you’re into mystery dramas with heart, light fantasy elements, and found brotherhood
• skip if: you want tight realism or clear-cut logic in your plot twists
  
  
  

June 30

“Fame is addictive. And someone’s willing to kill for it.”

When a former influencer reappears online to spill the dark secrets of Korea’s elite, the glossy world of social media unravels into obsession, betrayal, and murder.

• 12 episodes, 45 minutes each
• Mystery Thriller Drama
• watch if: you love glitzy thrillers, social commentary, and messy characters
• skip if: you’re tired of influencer drama or need characters to be likable

July 5

“He’s still being blackmailed—and the game is only getting deeper.”

Detective Taek-rok returns, still haunted by his past and tormented by an anonymous voice controlling his every move. To take back his life, he has to play along.

• 8 episodes, 55  minutes each
• Crime, Thriller
• watch if: you like gritty noir, cat-and-mouse plots, and old-school detectives
• skip if: you prefer fast pacing or clear, straightforward mysteries

July 17

“She’s a no-nonsense cop. Her mom is… not.”

When a single mother and her adult daughter start living together again, chaos—and unexpected healing—ensues.

• 12 episodes, 1 hour each
• Romantic Comedy,  Slice of life
• watch if: you enjoy quirky family dramas, bickering duos, and heartwarming found connections
• skip if: you dislike tonal shifts or slice-of-life stories with emotional whiplash

July 20

“He used to be his junior. Now he’s his boss—and maybe something more.”

When rookie intern Lee Jun reunites with his first love at his new job, old feelings resurface. But navigating love in the office isn’t easy.

• 8 episodes, 28 minutes each
• BL, Romantic Comedy
• watch if: you like workplace BL, sweet romance, and well-dressed pining
• skip if: you need fast plot development or high emotional stakes

July 26

“A cop investigates his brother’s murder—and uncovers a much bigger conspiracy.”

Oh Jin-sung dives into a serial murder case to clear his brother’s name, but the deeper he digs, the more powerful the enemies become.

• 14 episodes, 1 hour and 10 minutes each
• Mystery Drama, Action Thriller
• watch if: you enjoy revenge thrillers, rural noir, and twisty whodunits
• skip if: you’re weary of procedurals or emotional angst

July 28

“They catch deserters. But they’re trapped in a broken system.”

As An Jun-ho continues his mission with the D.P. unit, he faces deeper corruption and the human toll of South Korea’s military conscription.

• 6 episodes, 50 minutes each
• Military Drama, Action
• watch if: you’re into hard-hitting social commentary, moral dilemmas, and sharp character work
• skip if: you’re sensitive to military trauma or need hopeful resolutions

July 29

“The demon hunters are back—with new allies and nastier enemies.”

Armed with upgraded powers and fresh recruits, the Counters return to take down vengeful spirits—and face a new evil that hits too close to home.

• 12 episodes, 1 hour and 10 minutes each
• Supernatural Drama, Action, Comedy, Mystery
• watch if: you love action-packed fantasy, found family dynamics, and supernatural lore
• skip if: you didn’t enjoy Season 1 or prefer lower-stakes stories

July 31

“She can hear lies. He’s hiding a terrible secret.”

When a woman with supernatural hearing meets a mysterious composer accused of murder, she’s drawn into a web of music, truth, and trust.

• 16 episodes, 1 hour and 5 minutes each
• Fantasy Drama, Romantic Comedy, Mystery
• watch if: you enjoy rom-coms with a supernatural twist and slow-burning tension
• skip if: you dislike magical realism or wishy-washy romance leads

August 2

“He wrote love songs for someone who didn’t know they were love songs.”

A shy songwriter and his high school crush reconnect years later in college—and their shared past slowly gives way to something more.

• 8 episodes, 25 minutes each
•  BL, Music, Youth Romantic Comedy
• watch if: you like soft queer romance, unspoken longing, and music-driven emotion
• skip if: you prefer high drama or fast-burning relationships

August 4

“Love blossoms in the shadow of war.”

Set during the Qing invasion of Joseon, this sweeping historical romance follows two lovers whose bond is tested by fate, duty, and betrayal.

• 10 episodes, 1 hour and 20 minutes each
• Historical Romance, Melodrama
• watch if: you’re into epic sageuks, star-crossed lovers, and emotional depth
• skip if: you avoid long historical dramas or slow-build romances

August 4

“The flames are bigger. The stakes are higher.”

Police, paramedics, and firefighters team up once again—facing life-threatening emergencies, deeper corruption, and emotional fallout from past missions.

• 12 episodes, 1 hour and 10 minutes each
•  Emergency Rescue Drama, Action Mystery Thriller
• watch if: you enjoy high-octane teamwork, procedural drama, and emotional catharsis
• skip if: you’re not into episodic cases or high-stress storylines

August 7

“He built an empire of lies. Now his enemies are closing in.”

A cold and calculating man seeks justice for a stolen life—plotting revenge against the powerful people who destroyed his family.

• 100 episodes, 40 minutes each
• Drama
• watch if: you live for chaebol revenge, long-form melodrama, and dramatic reveals
• skip if: you don’t have the patience for 100+ episodes or soap opera twists

August 9

“They look ordinary. They’re anything but.”

High school students with hidden superpowers—and parents with buried pasts—become targets of a deadly government conspiracy.

• 20 episodes, 47 minutes each
• Supernatural Mystery, Action Thriller
• watch if: you crave emotional superhero stories, stunning action, and found family feels
• skip if: you dislike genre blending or slow-build worldbuilding

August 10

“When justice fails, the people decide who dies.”

An anonymous figure launches a nationwide vote to execute the unpunished. A detective, a hacker, and a teacher get pulled into the chaos.

• 12 episodes, 1 hour and 10 minutes each
• Mystery Thriller
• watch if: you enjoy moral dilemmas, cyber-thrillers, and dark social commentary
• skip if: you need clear-cut heroes or hate watching people argue about ethics

August 11

“They’re back—and so are the tangled feelings.”

New and returning students navigate messy crushes, lingering heartbreak, and unexpected first loves in a chaotic college class on romance.

• 10 episodes, 25 minutes each
• BL, Romance
• watch if: you enjoy BL romance, emotional growth, and ensemble drama
• skip if: you’re frustrated by miscommunication or love triangle fatigue

August 11

“She’s back in the workforce—and nothing’s changed.”

A middle-aged woman returns to the corporate world after a career break, only to find the same old office politics, power games, and glass ceilings.

• 12 episodes, 39 minutes each
• Workplace Drama, Comedy
• watch if: you like workplace satire, relatable struggles, and fierce female leads
• skip if: you want escapist fluff or fast resolutions

August 12

“She’s a vet. He’s a detective. Together, they solve crimes—psychometrically.”

In a small town full of secrets, a psychic veterinarian and a grumpy detective team up to catch a serial killer.

• 16 episodes, 1  hour and 5 minutes each
• Supernatural Comedy Drama, Mystery Thriller
• watch if: you enjoy quirky crime-solving duos, rural charm, and genre mashups
• skip if: you dislike tonal whiplash or romantic subplots in thrillers

August 18

“She’s a livestreamer by night—and a fugitive by morning.”

After years of hiding behind a mask online, a woman’s double life spirals into violence, vengeance, and viral fame.

• 7 episodes, 1 hour each
• Mystery Thriller, Comedy Drama
• watch if: you love dark, twisty narratives and social critique with style
• skip if: you need one clear protagonist or a linear story

August 21

“She was a prodigy—until she disappeared.”

A former boxing champion returns to the ring under the guidance of a ruthless agent. But the fight she faces isn’t just in the ring.

• 12 episodes, 1 hour and 10 minutes each
• Sports Romance, Youth Drama
• watch if: you like sports dramas with emotional depth and tough female leads
• skip if: you prefer romance-centered stories or lighter tones

August 23

“She built a hit channel on secrets—and now someone wants the truth.” 

Popular creator Hyo-mi is hiding something: all her guests mysteriously lose their memories. When a failed YouTuber uncovers her secret, blackmail and revenge begin.

• 8 episodes, 40 minutes each
• Drama
• watch if: you enjoy social thrillers, media scandals, and dark twists
• skip if: you want a clear hero, light tone, or neatly tied-up resolutions

August 23

“She finds a forbidden book—and unleashes a centuries-old curse.”

A civil servant stumbles upon a mysterious spellbook and a man cursed by it. As their fates entwine, so do their hearts.

• 16 episodes, 1 hour and 10 minutes each
• Fantasy Drama, Romantic Comedy
• watch if: you enjoy fantasy romance, slow-burn curses, and reincarnation tropes
• skip if: you’re allergic to love triangles or magical destiny clichés

August 24

“Two college guys go from bickering classmates to something more.”

When a writer’s stories start coming true, two campus opposites are forced into a romantic plot neither of them saw coming.

• 8 episodes, 30 minutes each
• BL Youth Drama, Romantic Comedy
• watch if: you love fluffy BL, classic opposites-attract tension, and metafictional fun
• skip if: you want grounded drama or emotional realism

August 28

“He’s survived boot camp. Now the real chaos begins.”

Rookie soldier Wi Seung Hyun faces off against tougher missions, tougher bosses—and his own stubborn ideals in the military police unit.

• 6 episodes
• Military, Comedy Drama
• watch if: you liked D.P., but wanted more comedy and heart
• skip if: you dislike military settings or slapstick humor

September 8

“She time-traveled into someone else’s body—and someone else’s love story.”

After losing her boyfriend, a woman wakes up in 1998 in the body of a high school girl—and meets someone who looks just like him.

• 12 episodes, 1 hour each
• Time-travel, Mystery Romance
• watch if: you’re into emotional time-slip romances with layered mysteries
• skip if: you get lost in timelines or need tidy endings

September 9

“The battle for Arthdal’s throne continues—this time, with sharper swords.”

Years after the original war, rival powers clash again for control of a mythical land, as new gods rise and ancient grudges resurface.

• 12 episodes, 1 hour and 10 minutes each
• Historical Romance, Fantasy Drama
• watch if: you like epic worldbuilding, political fantasy, and war epics
• skip if: you haven’t seen Season 1—or dislike dense lore

September 13

“Crime doesn't take a break on the water.”

A mismatched pair of river patrol officers deal with smugglers, accidents, and their own clashing temperaments.

• 6 episodes, 55 minutes
• Action, Comedy, Mystery
• watch if: you enjoy buddy cop antics, light procedural action, and bromantic bickering
• skip if: you’re expecting deep drama or serious stakes