Here are the best Korean series to watch in 2024.
Attractive color tones, emotional and exciting storylines, and of course handsome actors… Korean dramas are among to the most popular TV shows of recent years. From historical dramas to romantic comedies, you can find any kind of Korean drama to watch nowadays.
Queen of Tears
Airing on Netflix from March, Queen of Tears is one of the most popular K-dramas of recent days. Starring Kim Soo-hyun and Kim Ji-won, the show tells the story of a married couple in crisis in their relationship. The love of the queen of department stores and her husband, who grew up in a small town, begins to bloom again.
Parasyte: The Grey
Director Yeon Sang-ho’s latest drama series Parasyte: The Grey tells the story of the struggle between humanity and the parasites in a fictional time when unidentified parasites begin to take over humanity in a brutal way. The series is a remake of the classic Japanese manga Parasyte.
Lovely Runner
Based on web novel “Tomorrow’s Best”, Lovely Runner stars Byeon Woo-seok and Kim Hye-yoon. Young girl Im Sol embarks on a journey 15 years back in time to save Ryu Sun-jae, who she admires, from death.
Wonderful World
Airing on Disney +, Wonderful World is about the story of psychology professor and renowned author Eun Soo-hyun’s search for justice after the tragic loss of her son. Throughout the series, Eun interview people who have suffered similar losses and tries to solve mysterious cases. The cast of the series includes names such as Kim Nam-joo, Im Se-mi and Cha Eun-woo.
Midnight Photo Studio
The series tell the story of photographer Seo Ki-joo who runs a small photography studio. When he meets Han Bom, a lawyer suffering from financial difficulties, the duo begins a partnership that helps lost souls find peace. The cast of the drama includes Kwon Nara, Joo Won, Yoo In-soo and Eum Moon-suk.
Love Song for Illusion
Love Song for Illusion tells the story of prince Sajo Hyun. The prince hides his identity and works as a fashion designer under the name Ak-hee. Cursed to feel pain when he touches somebody, he falls in love with Yeon Wol, who is seeking revenge.
Queen of Divorce
Queen of Divorce tells the story of lawyers Kim Sa-ra and Dong Ki-joon that work together to seek justice for those going though difficult divorces. Kim is the former daughter-in-law of a prominent legal family, whilst Kang is a former prosecutor. Working together, the duo is also in a romantic relationship. The cast of the drama includes Kang Ki-young and Lee Ji-ah.
Chef Detective 1958
Chef Detective 1958 is a crime drama that tells the story of previous of classic drama Chief Detective. Park Young-han and his team specialize in petty thieves. The original show Chief Detective 1958 was set in the 1970s and 80s, while the new series will be set in 1958.
Blood Free
The futuristic thriller Blood Free is set in 2025, when the genetic engineering company. BF is producing genetically modified cultured meat to end the consumption of animal meat among humans. The real story begins when the CEO of the company, Yoon Ja-yoo, becomes involved in a mysterious death case. The series stars Han Hyo-joo, Ju Ji-hoon and Lee Moo-saeng.
The Impossible Heir
One of the best Korean dramas of recent times, The Impossible Heir tells the story of Han Tae-oh, a high school student with a dark past. Han befriends Kang In-ha, the illegitimate child of a wealthy family. Their friendship is reshaped by a love triangle when they meet Na Hye-won, who enters their lives.
