My Honorary Mentions
Gems that almost became crown jewels but are 10/10 in my heart
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1. Goong
Korean Drama - 2006, 24 episodes
Was late to the Goong party but I arrived and this drama has dethroned all in this list and claimed the top spot . I blitz watched it , so fun and so warm and everything nice . If it wasn't for the fact that it was too long - it really could have gone to my perfect dramas list
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2. Mr. Queen
Korean Drama - 2020, 20 episodes
It’s hilarious, heartfelt, chaotic in the best way, and full of soul. A love letter to what makes K-dramas magic. If it wasn't for story lines that dragged on - it could have scored a 10
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3. Boys over Flowers
Korean Drama - 2009, 25 episodes
Say what you will about this show but it is the most fun drama I have watched next to Goong
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4. Moving
Korean Drama - 2023, 20 episodes
This one is truly MOVING and done in a highly interesting way. I sense future cult classic
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5. Tomorrow
Korean Drama - 2022, 16 episodes
So far, it is the best fantasy drama I have watched .
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6. Designated Survivor: 60 Days
Korean Drama - 2019, 16 episodes
Absolutely enthralling , thrilling ,profound and grounded
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7. Something about 1 Percent
Korean Drama - 2016, 16 episodes
Flawless with sizzling chemistry
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8. Queen In Hyun's Man
Korean Drama - 2012, 16 episodes
One of the best fusion dramas out there and the romance is out of this world !
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9. Weightlifting Fairy Kim Bok Joo
Korean Drama - 2016, 16 episodes
I thoroughly enjoyed this drama . The elements were so heartwarming and this is literally one of my comfort dramas.
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10. Flower of Evil
Korean Drama - 2020, 16 episodes
Absorbing , arresting and twisty
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11. Fated to Love You
Korean Drama - 2014, 20 episodes
Geonie !!! Bwahahahahahaha
Hamo Hamo . A whimsical and zany watch and pulls on ALL heart strings ! Sad and romantic
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12. Guardian: The Lonely and Great God
Korean Drama - 2016, 16 episodes
Super emotionally resonant and had me crying like a baby
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13. Terius behind Me
Korean Drama - 2018, 32 episodes
Too charming !!!!
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14. Moon Embracing the Sun
Korean Drama - 2012, 20 episodes
I really loved the main male protagonist in this show. Plus this is a cracktastic like sageuk
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15. The Last Empress
Korean Drama - 2018, 52 episodes
Super craaaaazy but brilliant
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16. The Worst of Evil
Korean Drama - 2023, 12 episodes
A study of pyrrhic victories
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17. Oh My Venus
Korean Drama - 2015, 16 episodes
The vibe of this show was really great.Loved the OTP . Absolutely stellar chemistry - did they date in real life? Hmmm...
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18. The K2
Korean Drama - 2016, 16 episodes
Questionable elements but I personally thoroughly enjoyed this action packed drama!