10 Unique Korean Dramas For Those Who've Already Seen It All

While many fans think that Korean television is all about romance and schoolgirls, that is not really true, as the insanely long and fruitful history of Korean cinema has resulted in a myriad of interesting, auteur-driven television projects.

Here are ten unique Korean dramas to add to your watchlist.

Navillera (2021)

The story of a young ballet dancer who teaches an older gentleman how to dance properly is as tender and heartbreaking as you'd expect. The cast's performances are captivating, and if you don't mind being a little sad, then Navillera is just the show for you!

Move to Heaven (2021)

The Netflix show revolves around a team of people who clean out apartments after their residents died there. Although this may sound a bit dark, the well-written storylines and comfortable humor will surely make you binge the series in a day.

Reborn Rich (2022)

The story of a young man who is killed and travels back in time to find himself the heir of a madly rich person may sound like a crazy plot, but Reborn Rich actually manages to stay compelling throughout its running time.

It's Okay to Not Be Okay (2020)

This show follows a children's book author who falls in love with a young man working as a janitor in a psychiatric ward. Although the themes of mental health issues may put off some viewers, this unique show is sure to appeal to many.

Hell Is Other People (2019)

This dark thriller follows a young man who is forced to live in a cheap hostel where strange things happen every day. Be warned, this show is quite controversial and the ending may leave you in total distress.

Yumi's Cells (2021)

The idea of showing the life of an ordinary office worker through the actions of her brain cells may seem a little tiresome at first, but this hilarious comedy quickly proves to be an insanely addictive watch.

D.P. (2021–2023)

Both entertaining and thought-provoking, this grueling drama about a special military unit created to hunt down deserters provides an inside look at Korea's controversial mandatory military service.

Crash Landing on You (2019–2020)

The story of a wealthy entrepreneur who gets into a paragliding accident, crash-lands in Northern Korea, and falls in love with a captain in the Korean People's Army may sound ridiculous at first, but in fact, this show delivers a very satisfying love story with an interesting geopolitical message.

Hospital Playlist (2020–2021)

Following the lives of five doctors in their forties, this show may seem a bit mundane, but its uniqueness comes from the writers' decision to make the story entirely feel-good, something K-dramas aren't known for.

Revenant (2023)

This show features folklore professors, people who can see ghosts, and demon possession. But don't be put off by the description because this mystery thriller is a wonderfully engaging watch.