15 Must-Watch K-Dramas That Everyone Rates 10/10

From the kind-hearted girl next door fighting to make her dreams come true, to the misunderstood bad boy with a heart of gold – every scene, every dialogue, and every plot twist in these K-dramas is carefully crafted to keep you hooked and wanting more.

1. "Alchemy of Souls" (2022)

In a world where souls can be magically swapped, a powerful sorceress trapped in a blind assassin's body seeks the help of a noble but lazy young mage in a politically turbulent kingdom to restore her to her original form, entangling them in a web of magical intrigue, forbidden love, and the quest to unlock the secrets of their true identities.

2. "Because This Is My First Life" (2017)

A pragmatic software engineer and a financially struggling assistant drama writer enter into a contract marriage for mutual benefit, only to find their fake relationship leading to real feelings, challenging their perspectives on love, marriage, and societal expectations as they support each other through life's hurdles.

3. "Goblin" (2016)

An immortal goblin, seeking to end his eternal life, requires a human bride to remove the sword impaling him; he meets a bubbly high schooler who claims to be the destined bride, embarking on a journey of love, redemption, and sacrifice alongside a grim reaper with a forgotten past in modern Seoul.

4. "Her Private Life" (2019)

A dedicated museum curator with a secret life as a fan of a pop idol must deal with her new boss, who discovers her dual life; together, they navigate misunderstandings and romantic feelings while delving into personal traumas and the world of fandom.

5. "Lovestruck in the City" (2020)

A heartfelt series of interviews reveals the intense summer romance between an architect disguising his identity and a spirited young woman; their brief, passionate affair in a seaside town leaves lasting impacts on their views on love and relationships in urban Seoul.

6. "One Spring Night" (2019)

A librarian with a long-term boyfriend and a single father and pharmacist experience a chance meeting that evolves into a deep emotional connection, forcing them to confront societal judgments and the dilemmas of pursuing love over comfort and convention.

7. "Romance Is a Bonus Book" (2019)

A struggling divorcée fakes her credentials to work at a publishing company alongside her long-time friend, leading to unspoken feelings surfacing as they tackle various challenges within their personal lives and the competitive book industry together.

8. "Thirty But Seventeen" (also known as "Still 17") (2018)

After waking from a 13-year coma, a woman still mentally seventeen navigates her new life with the help of a man traumatized by the same accident that altered her life; together, they heal each other's emotional wounds and rediscover the joy of living.

9. "Thirty-Nine" (2022)

Three best friends nearing forty confront life's trials together, from romance to career challenges to the heartache of terminal illness, cherishing their friendship and the preciousness of time as they each strive to make peace with their personal struggles.

10. "Tomorrow" (2022)

Grim reapers from a special team that saves people who want to end their lives work with a young man who accidentally becomes half-dead; together, they intervene in the lives of those at the brink of despair, offering them a second chance while confronting their own histories.

11. "When the Weather Is Fine" (2020)

A cellist returns to her quaint hometown to heal from her emotional scars and rekindles a relationship with an old classmate who runs a local bookstore; their quiet, introspective connection offers them a sanctuary from their past traumas amidst the changing seasons.

12. "While You Were Sleeping" (2017)

A woman plagued by premonitions of tragic events teams up with a prosecutor and a police officer, who also gain the same foresight after their paths cross, to prevent these visions from coming true, finding love and justice along their journey.

13. "Yumi's Cells" (2021)

Yumi, an ordinary office worker, navigates her daily life and romantic endeavors through the perspective of her brain cells, which personify her various thoughts and emotions, leading to comedic and heartfelt moments as she learns about love and personal growth.

14. "Move to Heaven" (2021)

A young man with Asperger's syndrome and his ex-convict uncle run a trauma cleaning business, uncovering the untold stories of the deceased, leading them on a journey of emotional healing and familial bonding.

15. "Crash Landing on You" (2019)

A South Korean heiress accidentally paraglides into North Korea, where she meets a stoic army officer who decides to help her return home, leading to a forbidden romance that defies political borders and the imminent danger surrounding their unlikely relationship.