If you've raced through Netflix's Queen of Tears and loved every moment, you're probably hunting for something new to dive into – believe me, I'm right there with you.
Well, you're in luck because there's a whole world of K-dramas out there that are just as engaging, with stories that pull you in from the first episode and don't let go until the very last scene.
1. "Cunning Single Lady" (2014) Stream it on: Viki, Kocowa+
Ae-ra seeks revenge by trying to seduce her ex-husband Jung-woo, now a successful IT entrepreneur, after their divorce left her struggling, only to find their circumstances and feelings more complex than she anticipated, leading to comedic situations and a reconsideration of their relationship.
2. "Crash Landing on You" (2019-2020) Stream it on: Netflix
Yoon Se-ri, a South Korean chaebol heiress, accidentally paraglides into North Korea and meets Ri Jeong-hyuk, a North Korean army officer, who decides to protect her; together, they embark on a daring and romantic journey to return Se-ri to the South amidst growing love and geopolitical tensions.
3. "Flower of Evil" (2020) Stream it on: Viki, Netflix
Baek Hee-sung, a craftsman living under a false identity, hides his dark past from his detective wife, Cha Ji-won, who becomes entangled in a case that leads her closer to uncovering the truth about her husband, resulting in a suspenseful game of deception and love.
4. "Business Proposal" (2022) Stream it on: Netflix
To escape an arranged date, Shin Ha-ri attends in her friend's place, only to find her boss, Kang Tae-mu, on the other side; what starts as a mistaken identity evolves into a complex relationship full of misunderstandings, corporate rivalry, and romantic comedy.
5. "Hometown Cha-Cha-Cha" (2021) Stream it on: Netflix
A big-city dentist, Yoon Hye-jin, relocates to the seaside village of Gongjin, where she meets Du-sik, a jack-of-all-trades with a mysterious past; their interactions with the town's quirky residents lead to mutual healing, community bonding, and an endearing romance.
6. "Love to Hate You" (2022) Stream it on: Netflix
For attorney Yeo Mi-ran, who doesn't believe in love and is excellent at her job, and actor Nam Kang-ho, who is naive and honest, a relationship starts as a game of love and hate, challenging their beliefs about trust, career, and love through comedic and tender moments.
7. "It's Okay to Not Be Okay" (2020) Stream it on: Netflix
Moon Gang-tae, a caretaker at a psychiatric ward with a troubled past, and Ko Moon-young, a children's book author with antisocial personality disorder, form a deep and healing bond as they face their traumatic childhoods and learn the importance of emotional support and love.
Two lifelong friends, a photographer and a lyricist, end up living together for two weeks, during which their friendship is tested and evolves as they confront their unspoken feelings for each other, set against a backdrop of music and unfulfilled desires.
9. "Because This Is My First Life" (2017) Stream it on: Viki, Netflix
In a contract marriage, software developer Nam Se-hee and homeless writer Yoon Ji-ho start living together; they deal with personal and societal expectations, gradually discovering love and companionship in an arrangement that challenges traditional marital norms.
10. "Something in the Rain" (2018) Stream it on: Viki, Netflix
Yoon Jin-ah, a thirty-something who's disillusioned with her job and love life, finds unexpected romance with her best friend's younger brother, Seo Joon-hee, a character designer who has just returned from abroad, challenging societal norms and family expectations.
11. "Mr. Queen" (2020-2021) Stream it on: Viki, Netflix
A modern-day chef's spirit gets trapped in the body of Queen Cheorin in the Joseon dynasty; as he tries to navigate palace life, political intrigue, and his own confusing feelings towards the king, humor and chaos ensue, revealing hidden facets of the court and its occupants.
12. "Healer" (2014-2015) Stream it on: Viki, Kocowa+
A night courier with a code name "Healer", known for his martial arts prowess and anonymity, gets involved in a complex case involving long-buried secrets from the past; as he tries to uncover the truth, he forms a bond with a reporter and a famous journalist, which changes his life and reveals interconnected pasts.
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