10 K-Dramas Like 'Crash Landing on You' But With More Drama

Each one of these 10 picks is like opening a box that says 'handle with care' - inside, you find stories packed with emotion, betrayal, love, and those cliffhangers that have you hitting 'next episode' faster than you can say 'just one more'.

1. Oh My Ghost (2015)

A timid assistant chef, who possesses the ability to see ghosts, becomes possessed by a lustful virgin ghost seeking to resolve her unfinished business; together, they strive to find romance and closure, leading to comedic and heartwarming moments, especially when the ghost helps the chef catch the attention of her long-time crush, a star chef with a dark past.

2. The King: Eternal Monarch (2020)

A modern-day emperor of a parallel universe discovers a portal to a different world, resembling present-day Korea but with its own monarchy abolished; he teams up with a feisty detective to close the door between their worlds, battling dark forces and uncovering a deep conspiracy while navigating complex emotions and the challenges of love across different dimensions.

3. Vincenzo (2021)

Vincenzo Cassano, an Italian mafia consigliere of Korean descent, returns to Korea to recover hidden gold within a complex, only to become embroiled in a fight against a ruthless corporation; using his mafia skills, he becomes an unlikely hero for the tenants and seeks justice through unconventional methods, finding allies and love along the way.

4. Chicago Typewriter (2017)

Three resistance fighters from the 1930s, reincarnated in the present day, find themselves connected by a mysterious vintage typewriter and a bestselling novel; as they recover their past lives' memories, they must resolve their unfinished business and understand the deep bonds that tie them together, facing threats both old and new.

5. Something in The Rain (2018)

A woman in her 30s falls for her best friend's younger brother, who returns from working abroad; their relationship, initially frowned upon by family and society, blossoms into a tender romance, tackling the challenges of age gaps, societal expectations, and personal growth.

6. Oh My Venus (2015)

After a devastating breakup due to her weight gain, a lawyer teams up with a renowned personal trainer to get in shape; their professional relationship evolves into a romantic journey, challenging societal standards of beauty and exploring themes of self-esteem, health, and the transformative power of love.

7. A Love So Beautiful (2020)

A bright and bubbly high school student harbors a decade-long crush on her aloof and athletic neighbor; their journey from adolescence to adulthood explores the nuances of first love, friendship, and dreams, capturing the bittersweet moments of youth and the passage of time.

8. Descendants of the Sun (2016)

A special forces captain and a surgeon fall in love while providing aid in a war-torn country; their commitment to duty tests their relationship in this high-stakes drama, blending action, romance, and moral dilemmas as they navigate the complexities of their careers and the sacrifices made for love and country.

9. Love in the Moonlight (2016)

Set in the Joseon Dynasty, a young woman disguises herself as a man to escape her destiny of becoming a palace eunuch, ending up as a confidante to the crown prince; their growing attraction faces obstacles, including palace intrigue, social class differences, and the prince's responsibilities to his throne.

10. Flower of Evil (2020)

A metal craftsman with a dark past lives under a new identity, married to a detective unaware of his true history; when a series of murders uncovers secrets and tests their love and trust, they confront his past together, challenging the boundaries between good and evil, and the power of redemption.