16 Bromance-Heavy K-Dramas You'll Regret Not Watching Sooner

Don't sleep on these bromance-heavy series; they're the ones that might just redefine squad goals for you.

1. "Bad & Crazy" (2021)

A capable but morally ambiguous detective gains an unlikely ally in "K," a righteous but unhinged persona, leading them on a frenzied crusade against corruption within the police force and their personal demons, uncovering a deep-seated conspiracy that shakes their very foundations.

2. "Good Manager" (also known as "Chief Kim") (2017)

An accountant with a knack for embezzlement turns over a new leaf when he transfers to a new company, where he uses his unorthodox methods to battle corporate corruption and financial misdeeds, helping his colleagues and turning the company around in the process.

3. "Tale of Nine Tailed" (2020)

A mythical nine-tailed fox, or gumiho, who has settled in the city, crosses paths with a determined television producer seeking to prove that supernatural beings exist, leading them through a series of dangerous encounters with otherworldly creatures as they unravel mysteries of the past.

4. "Life on Mars" (2018)

After a tragic accident, a modern-day homicide detective finds himself transported back to the 1980s; to return to his time, he must solve a serial murder case by teaming up with unexpected allies in an era before the advent of modern police forensic techniques.

5. "The Good Detective" (2020)

Two detectives with contrasting styles – one seasoned and cynical, the other young and idealistic – join forces to unearth the truth behind a long-closed murder case, challenging institutional corruption and moral dilemmas in their quest for justice.

6. "Ghost Doctor" (2022)

A brilliant but arrogant cardiologist's spirit becomes entangled with a first-year resident's body after an unexpected incident, leading them to work together across the physical and supernatural realms to solve medical mysteries and personal dilemmas.

7. "At a Distance, Spring is Green" (2021)

A poignant portrayal of university students facing the pressures of youth, where a seemingly perfect student hides his struggles behind a facade, forming an unlikely friendship with a hardworking classmate and a carefree underachiever, helping each other confront their fears and insecurities.

8. "Hwarang" (2016)

Set in the Kingdom of Silla, this drama follows the formation of Hwarang, an elite group of male youth, blending romance, political intrigue, and the quest for power, as they become the unifying force of a divided kingdom through their loyalty, love, and sacrifices.

9. "Start-Up" (2020)

In the high-stakes world of South Korea's Silicon Valley, a young entrepreneur dreams of launching her own tech company, navigating challenges with the help of a genius but secretive developer and a business-savvy childhood friend, uncovering personal truths and ambitions.

10. "Welcome to Waikiki" (2018)

Three friends running a failing guesthouse attempt to revive their fortunes through outrageous schemes, all while juggling the care of a mysterious baby left at their doorstep, leading to comedic mishaps and unexpected personal growth.

11. "Goblin: The Lonely and Great God" (2016)

An immortal goblin seeking to end his eternal life needs a human bride to remove his curse; his life intertwines with a grim reaper with no memory of his past and a woman who claims to be the goblin's bride, unraveling love, fate, and sacrifices.

12. "Two Cops" (2017)

A righteous detective finds his body unwillingly shared by the soul of a con artist, forcing them to cooperate in solving cases, clearing their names, and navigating the complexities of love and identity, all while bringing criminals to justice.

13. "Signal" (2016)

Detectives from the past and present communicate via a mysterious walkie-talkie to solve long-unsolved cases, uncovering a series of interconnected crimes and conspiracies, challenging the limits of time and justice.

14. "Tunnel" (2017)

A detective from the 1980s travels through time to the present day while chasing a serial killer; he must adapt to new investigative techniques and form alliances to catch the murderer and find a way back to his own time, unraveling a deeper conspiracy.

15. "Mouse" (2021)

In a world where psychopathic tendencies are identifiable through a DNA test on fetuses, a righteous young police officer's life is turned upside down when he encounters a series of brutal murders, challenging his beliefs about justice and the nature of evil.

16. "Beyond Evil" (2021)

Two policemen, each with a troubled past, form an uneasy alliance to capture a serial killer haunting their small town; their investigation uncovers dark secrets and forces them to confront their own monsters, blurring the lines between good and evil.