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K-dramas are television series originating from South Korea, known for their themes of romance, revenge, and family dynamics.

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New K-Drama Thriller Led By Squid Game Star Lands On Netflix's Global Chart In Less Than A Week

Netflix's new K-drama, which features a star from their South Korean smash hit Squid Game, lands on their global chart after less than a week.

Han So-hee’s Horror K-Drama Disappointment Is A Reminder To Watch Her Much Better Netflix Show
Han So-hee’s Horror K-Drama Disappointment Is A Reminder To Watch Her Much Better Netflix Show

While Gyeongseong Creature is just fine, it's a reminder to watch this much better Han So-hee 2021 hit K-Drama series.

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10 Hidden Gem K-Dramas Everyone Should Watch At Least Once

Hidden gem K-dramas may not be as widely talked about, but they contain the best qualities of more well-known series, making them essential viewing.

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10 Best K-Dramas About Found Family

K-dramas centered around friendships and found families celebrate the variety of intricate bonds between people who choose their own family.

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These 10 K-Dramas Rival Even The Best American Masterpiece TV Shows

South Korea has introduced some great K-dramas throughout the years, a few of which hold up well against the best American TV shows.

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I Love These 10 K-Dramas, But They Would Never Work As US Remakes

K-dramas that cannot be separated from their location and are linked with Korean culture and history are impossible to turn into US remakes.

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10 K-Dramas That Made Us Say "WTF" By The End

K-dramas with shocking and unpredictable conclusions that make audiences scream "WTF" by the end are guaranteed to be a memorable series.

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If You Need A Smile, These 10 Wholesome K-Dramas Will Do The Trick

Wholesome K-dramas make for an incredible watch with their low-stakes plots, compelling characters, and refreshing explorations of humanity.

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10 Cozy, Mature K-Dramas To Binge On A Bad Day

The mature storylines in a select handful of K-dramas make for a cozy watch and are likely to help viewers feel better on a bad day.

A collage of characters from Twinkling Watermelon and Jeongnyeon: The Star Is Born.
10 Best K-Dramas Like Twenty Five Twenty One

The successful approach to coming-of-age and romance narratives in Twenty-Five Twenty-One can be found in several other entertaining K-dramas.

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10 Horror K-Dramas That Are Legitimately Scary

Many horror K-dramas end up being campy comedies or feel-good romances. However, these live up to the horror name, instilling dread in viewers.

A collage of the main characters in Guardian: The Lonely and Great God and Strong Girl Bong-soon.
There Are 10 K-Dramas That Every Anime Fan Needs To Watch

Fans of anime who appreciate their stunning visuals and compelling narratives are guaranteed to enjoy K-dramas with similar components.

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Gu Won (Lee Jun-ho) and Cheon Sa-rang (Im Yoon-ah) in King the Land
2023 K-Drama Show Is Getting A US Remake After Landing On Netflix's Global Chart For 8 Weeks

A 2023 K-drama TV show is getting a US remake after the original series landed on Netflix's global charts for eight weeks, touting its popularity.

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10 K-Drama Rom-Coms That Are Perfect For A Bad Day

Romantic comedy K-dramas have the unique ability to life moods and turn a bad day into a good one with adorable romances and hilarious moments.

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I Wish I Could Forget These K-Dramas, So I Could Watch Them Over For The First Time

K-drama's unexpected character growth, plot twists, and cliffhangers is always a great time, and it's a shame the first watch only happens once.

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Series based on manhwas Sweet Home, All of Us are Dead and Business Proposal
10 Hit TV Shows You Didn't Know Are Based on Hit Manhwa Titles

Despite their popularity, many hit TV series were actually based on manhwas and are even better than their live-action counterparts.

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If You’re A Song Kang Fan, Don’t Sleep On His Most Unique K-Drama That Deserves A Lot More Love

Song Kang has garnered attention for K-dramas like Sweet Home and My Demon, but audiences should not overlook his most underrated series from 2021.

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10 Heart-Wrenching K-Dramas That Had Us Break Down Crying

From Stairway To Heaven to Guardian: The Lonely And Great God, some K-dramas are just too emotional and are guaranteed to break your heart.

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If You're Just Getting Into K-Dramas, This TV Show With 100% On RT Is The Absolute Best Place To Start

Recently, K-dramas have gained more and more traction on streaming, and those who want to start watching more of them have a perfect place to start.

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10 Most Bingeworthy K-Dramas That You Can't Stop Watching

Sometimes, a K-drama comes along that you have to watch all in one sitting. Shows like Twenty-Five Twenty-One have compelling stories and characters.