From intriguing political thrillers to charming romances, there’s something for every Korean drama fan (or novice) to stream on Netflix
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As webtoons continue to inspire K-dramas, here’s what to know about the digital comics, how they grew in influence, and why creators look to them for story ideas.
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But with global demand for Korean pop culture at an all-time high, it feels like South Korea is kind of losing control over its cultural narrative.
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Twenty Five Twenty One — which shares its title with a 2013 song by acclaimed K-indie rock band Jaurim that is often played in the series — follows five friends who strive to pursue their dreams and navigate early adulthood in the bleak aftermath of the 1997 Asian financial crisis (known as the “IMF Crisis” in South Korea).
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Part fantasy, part mystery, The Sound of Magic goes beyond its musical and dance numbers and dazzling visual effects to explore deeper questions like “What does success really look like?” or “What is the meaning and purpose of life?”
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Here’s a curated list of popular romantic K-dramas that are specifically geared toward those in their 20s and beyond.
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Long before Lee Jung-jae donned a green jumpsuit that would earn him unprecedented global fame and accolades in Squid Game, he’d already built a storied career as one of South Korea’s most celebrated actors.
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Whether you’re curious what other titles your favorite stage performers have starred in or are looking for new multi-hyphenate artists to stan, this thorough (but definitely not exhaustive) collection has suggestions for every K-pop fan. So order some chimaek and settle in.
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In recent years, South Korea has been tearing into the genre with international hits like Train to Busan, #Alive and Kingdom. With the release of Netflix’s zombified K-drama All of Us Are Dead, South Korea has added another gruesome global blockbuster to its canon.
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The world of K-dramas has traditionally been ruled by tales of romance, historical fiction and family struggles, but in recent years, South Korea has produced a string of hit crime shows that have captivated audiences across the globe.
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Though many Western audiences first learned of Gong Yoo when he played the charming recruiter in Squid Game, he’s actually a veteran A-list actor in South Korea and one of the most recognizable faces of Hallyu (aka the Korean Wave).
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In an email interview with Vulture following the series’ debut, Hwang shared the ins and outs of crafting his latest masterpiece, including an in-depth look at the memorable marbles episode, how his script evolved over time, and why he lost six teeth while filming the show.
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Interestingly, the same qualities that made Squid Game an instant hit with non-Korean audiences may help explain the relatively lukewarm response from South Korea.
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For the unacquainted, Korean dramas—K-dramas for short—are South Korean scripted TV shows. Sometimes they’re referred to as Korean soap operas, but that description is misleading because K-dramas actually encompass a wide range of genres, from sci-fi and romance to horror and period pieces and everything in between.
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