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If the twists, turns, and heart-pounding suspense of Netflix's You, completed with all the red flags Penn Badgley's Joe Goldberg is waving, had you hooked, there's a whole world of K-dramas out there that will keep you on the edge of your seat, just waiting to see what happens next.
These dramas are a mix of dark secrets, complicated romances, and characters that make you question what you would do in their shoes; they're set in worlds where the line between right and wrong gets blurry, making you think twice about who you're rooting for, all while delivering that adrenaline rush that comes from watching a story unfold at the speed of light.
In this tense thriller, a soft-spoken app developer's life spirals out of control when her friend is found murdered, leading her into a web of investigations that connect her dating app to the crime, and drawing her close to a mysterious figure with a dark secret, revealing the dangers lurking behind digital screens.
2. "Flower of Evil" (2020) Where to stream it: Viki, Netflix
A metal craftsman with a dark past, living under a new identity, faces the ultimate test when his detective wife begins to unravel his secrets while investigating a series of murders, pushing their marriage to the brink as they confront questions of trust and love amidst a deadly game of cat and mouse.
3. "Reflection of You" (2021) Where to stream it: Netflix
A successful painter and essayist's perfect life starts to crack when she encounters a young woman who reminds her of her own forgotten ambitions and dark past, leading to a complex relationship filled with envy, guilt, and the haunting shadows of past choices.
4. "Mouse" (2021) Where to stream it: Viki
In a world shaken by a series of brutal murders believed to be committed by psychopaths, a rookie police officer, whose life is intertwined with a dangerous predator, embarks on a harrowing journey that challenges the very notions of innocence and guilt.
5. "Extracurricular" (2020) Where to stream it: Netflix
A model high school student's secret life creating an illegal business to pay for college spirals out of control when his classmates get involved, leading to a series of increasingly dangerous situations that threaten to destroy their futures.
6. "Psychopath Diary" (2019) Where to stream it: Viki, Tubi TV
After witnessing a murder, a man with amnesia mistakes himself for the psychopathic killer when he finds the murderer's diary in his hands, leading him on a bizarre journey of self-discovery and redemption, all while being chased by the actual killer and the police.
7. "Save Me" (2017) Where to stream it: Paramount+, The Roku Channel
A group of high school students stumble upon a young woman's plea for help to escape from a religious cult, setting off a dangerous mission that uncovers the dark underbelly of their small town, testing their courage and their bonds.
8. "Strangers from Hell" (2019) Where to stream it: The Roku Channel
A young man's new life in Seoul turns into a nightmare when he discovers his apartment complex is home to sinister neighbors and a malevolent force, forcing him to confront the darkness within his surroundings and himself.
9. "One Ordinary Day" (2021)
A university student's ordinary life turns upside down after a night out leads to him being accused of a murder he doesn't remember committing, leading him through a grueling legal battle that exposes the harsh realities of the criminal justice system.
10. "365: Repeat the Year" (2020) Where to stream it: Viki, Kocowa+
A group of individuals given the chance to reset their lives by going back one year in time find themselves embroiled in a mysterious game of survival, as their decisions lead to unforeseen and deadly consequences.
11. "A Love to Kill" (2005) Where to stream it: Kocowa+
A man becomes a bodyguard to a woman who indirectly caused his brother's comatose state, planning revenge; however, his feelings become complicated as hatred turns into love, leading to a tragic struggle between duty and emotion.
12. "Cheese in the Trap" (2016) Where to stream it: Viki, Tubi TV
A college student's life becomes intertwined with her senior, who appears to be perfect but hides a manipulative nature, leading to a complex relationship that exposes the realities of jealousy, betrayal, and the struggles of young adulthood.
13. "Beyond Evil" (2021) Where to stream it: Viki, Netflix
Two detectives with a shared tragic past in a small town forge an uneasy partnership to capture a serial killer who seems to have returned after 20 years, challenging their morals and the thin line between good and evil as they uncover hidden crimes and personal demons.
14. "You Are My Spring" (2021) Where to stream it: Netflix
Lives intertwine around a hotel concierge and a psychiatrist with traumatic childhoods, living in a building where a murder takes place, leading them to face their pasts while blooming love offers a new beginning; already described in detail previously.
15. "The World of the Married" (2020)
A successful doctor's life unravels when she discovers her husband's affair, leading to a catastrophic series of events involving revenge, betrayal, and a relentless battle for custody and dignity in the face of public scandal.
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