5 K-dramas For Those Sick of Sugary Romances
If you don't find romantic stories particularly appealing, take a look at these five outstanding K-dramas from different genres.
A surprising number of K-dramas revolve around charming romantic stories about people brought together by fate to discover the meaning of love.
But if romance isn't your thing, there are plenty of other genres to choose from, so let's take a look at five K-dramas that are perfect for those allergic to sugary love stories.
Taxi Driver (2021-2023)
Not to be confused with the iconic 1976 Martin Scorsese film, this South Korean TV series based on the webtoon The Deluxe Taxi is drastically different in tone and much more action-packed.
The plot revolves around Kim Do-gi, a former military specialist who, along with several other colorful characters, works for a company that provides vigilante justice for clients who have been wronged by criminals.
Signal (2016)
Inspired by various real-life criminal cases in Korea as well as the 2000s American sci-fi thriller Frequency, this TV series is a surprisingly well-crafted blend of procedural, drama, and fantasy genres.
When a criminal profiler from 2015 comes across a mysterious walkie-talkie that allows him to maintain contact with a detective from 1989, the duo use their strange connection to solve cold cases, unaware of the dangers of altering the past.
Juvenile Justice (2022)
If you're a fan of legal dramas, this 2022 series about a troubled judge who must reevaluate her outlook on life after being appointed to a juvenile court should be right up your alley.
Shim Eun-seok has achieved great success, outperforming many of her male colleagues, but a traumatic event in her past has shaped her negative perception of juvenile offenders.
Law School (2021)
Another legal drama on our list, this show takes a different approach to the genre by combining it with a murder mystery.
After a law school professor is found dead and his colleague becomes the prime suspect in the case, the students must work together to uncover the truth.
Hell Is Other People (2019)
This psychological thriller is perfect for those looking for something more intense, as it can easily send chills down your spine.
The story follows Yoon Jong-woo, an aspiring writer who manages to get an internship at a big company and moves to Seoul.
Unfortunately, due to a lack of money he has to move into a shady dormitory, which starts a chain of increasingly disturbing events.