13 K-Dramas With 100% Rotten Tomatoes Score on Netflix in December 2023

Rotten Tomatoes is considered by many to be the authority on what is good to watch. So when they give something a 100% rating on their famed Tomatometer, you can be certain that you are getting only the best.

Check out these 13 K-dramas that made the cut, all streaming on Netflix this December.

1. My Name

A young woman is determined to learn who is responsible for her father's death and get revenge. Such is her obsession that she joins a criminal gang and then becomes their undercover mole in the police force. With danger at every turn and the risk of her deception being discovered at any moment, the tension builds steadily. With brilliant writing and acting, this noir thriller will have you hooked from the start.

2. Crash Landing on You

A wealthy South Korean heiress goes paragliding to test products for her successful fashion company, taking the opportunity to unwind from the recent stress of her high-profile life. Little does she know that an unexpected tornado will interrupt her blissful soaring and send her straight to North Korea. And into the arms of a handsome soldier who, fortunately for her, decides to protect her. This one is adorable and so cleverly done that it is sure to bring many smiles to your face and feels to your heart.

3. Extraordinary Attorney Woo

Park Eun-bin plays Woo Young-woo, a brilliant young attorney who is constantly underestimated because of her autism. But her amazing attention to detail, photographic memory, and uniquely creative way of looking at the world serve her well in her legal career, as does her superior intelligence. This will make you laugh, think, and cheer for Young-woo.

4. Mask Girl

A young office worker feels bored in her everyday life and is deeply insecure about her looks. She thinks she has solved this problem by becoming a masked online personality. Living her double life, things soon take a dark turn as everything seems to be going wrong. This thriller has a dash of dark comedy and is a great watch.

5. Song of the Bandits

This is a masterpiece in every sense of the word, and it is not hard to see why it has earned 100% on Rotten Tomatoes. Set during the brutal Japanese occupation of Korea in the early 20th century, it focuses on characters who flee Korea to escape the violence and head to northern China to start a new life. It has action, drama, and some of the most complex relationships ever seen on screen, all set against a perfectly constructed period setting.

6. Daily Dose of Sunshine

A talented nurse experiences a bit of workplace culture shock when she is transferred to the psychiatric ward. Her daily interactions with her colleagues and patients are the focus of this comedy series, which strikes the perfect balance between humor and drama. And you will love the wonderful characters.

7. Little Women

This brilliant series follows three sisters who have grown up in poverty and are trying to improve their lives. When one receives the news that her wealthy friend has died and left her a large sum of money, she finds herself battling the richest family in Korea, who do not want her to claim the inheritance. Expect drama, twists and turns, and a great dynamic between the three sisters.

8. Queenmaker

When a human rights lawyer teams up with a genius strategic planner to become the new mayor of Seoul, you can bet on some incredible scenes with two awesome badass women. They are smart, cunning and fearless. Be prepared to be impressed not only by these epic characters, but also by some amazing writing and performances.

9. The Sound of Magic

This story will take you into the life of a young, poor student who once believed in magic, but has lost her faith. She meets an outcast who claims to be a real magician, and soon her views are transformed. This musical fantasy is a beautiful story with some truly amazing songs that will stay with you long after you have finished watching.

10. D. P.

Meaning Deserter Pursuit, D.P. is a military drama focusing on Korean military police who are tasked with the mission of catching deserters. Seems simple enough, but it soon becomes apparent that matters are not always black and white when it comes to desertion. Exposing the bullying and hazing that occurs within the Korean military, this controversial series is not afraid to tell the truth, albeit through a fictional lens.

11. Crash Course in Romance

This is a charming romantic comedy with two very different lead characters. A grocery store owner with a heart of gold helps her daughter get into the class of a famous math teacher. This teacher often visits her grocery store, and soon a stressful time becomes a quirky and romantic one. You'll laugh and feel your heart warmed by this wonderful series.

12. Divorce Attorney Shin

A talented pianist and respected music professor finds his life turned upside down by a terrible tragedy and makes a career change to the law. Specializing in divorces, he is driven and determined, with the goal of making sure his clients win, no matter what it takes. A brilliant performance by Cho Seung-woo as the main character will make you love this series.

13. Juvenile Justice

When a juvenile court has two very different presiding judges, you can bet you are in for some quality drama. Due to their very different backgrounds, one is tough on juvenile offenders, while the other is more compassionate. With diverse cases, some of them truly shocking, expect plenty of heartfelt debate and some unexpected twists.