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items These are the Korean dramas/movies I enjoyed watching. This list contains affiliate links.
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Strange Elements
Action
Romance
Strange Elements
Supernatural, fantasy, ghosts, and zombies, all with a sprinkle of romance and comedy.
The story follows Black, a grim reaper, who accidentally inhabits the body of a human detective. A fantasy thriller that combines elements of romance, mystery, and the supernatural.
Black
It's a lighthearted romantic comedy that blends supernatural elements with humor. The story follows a college student who can see ghosts. He teams up with a spirited ghost to solve mysteries and help restless spirits find peace. It stars Ok Taec-yeon...
Bring It On, Ghost
A fantasy thriller that delves into the world of supernatural objects and their mysterious powers. The story follows Jin Seok, a determined prosecutor, who becomes embroiled in a series of bizarre incidents linked to a collection of powerful items.
The Item
A romance, mythology, and suspense story that centers around Lee Yeon, a powerful nine-tailed fox, who protects the living world from supernatural threats.
The Tale of the Nine Tailed
I enjoyed this sequel more than the original series which continues the story of Lee Yeon, the nine-tailed fox. Set in the tumultuous era of the 1930s, the drama follows Lee Yeon as he navigates a world filled with both human and supernatural challen...
Tale of the Nine Tailed 1938 Season 2
Captivating fantasy drama that beautifully intertwines romance, comedy, and supernatural elements. The story revolves around Kim Shin, a centuries-old goblin who is cursed to live forever and seeks a human bride to end his immortality.
Guardian: The Lonely and Great God
Lots of laughter and action in this drama about a hot-tempered priest who becomes embroiled in a murder case involving a fellow priest. It stars Kim Nam Gil and Lee Ha Nee! A definite re-watch in my book.
The Fiery Priest
It's a supernatural romantic comedy drama about a CEO played by So Ji Sub, who becomes entangled with a woman portrayed by Gong Hyo Jin, who can see ghosts.
Master's Sun
It's a funny twist on the zombie genre. The story revolves around the quirky Park family, who unexpectedly find themselves dealing with a zombie after a failed experiment. Instead of terror, the family sees an opportunity to profit from their new und...
The Odd Family: Zombie On Sale
This drama is another hilarious twist on the zombie genre, following Kim Moo Young, a zombie detective who tries to survive by mimicking human mannerisms.
Zombie Detective
Action
Action isn't typically my preferred genre, but I found these to be quite entertaining.
Ji-An learns about a suspicious shopping mall left by her uncle and her fight to take over its operation. It's an action packed thriller set in a world of crime. Season 2 is in the works.
A Shop for Killers
It's another exhilarating action-comedy starring one of my favorite actors, Lee Dong-wook. He plays a corrupt police officer whose life is turned upside down when he encounters K. Wi Ha-joon did a great job portraying K, bringing a fun energy to the ...
BAD AND CRAZY
Revenge is so sweet in this action packed thriller. A former gangster is drawn back into the violent world he left behind as he seeks revenge for his gangster brother, who suddenly dies.
Mercy For None
Surprisingly entertaining action movie that inspired the John Wick franchise. It follows a mysterious pawnshop owner who reveals himself to be an expert killer when a child he knows is kidnapped.
The Man From Nowhere
This action drama is follows a tough and troubled actor who finds himself entangled in a real-life conflict when he meets a mob boss, portrayed by So Ji Sub, who wishes he could be an actor.
Rough Cut
Romance
From lighthearted to intriguing plots.
Im Sol is devastated by the sudden death of her idol, Ryu Seon-Jae, and magically travels back in time to prevent his tragic demise.
Lovely Runner
One of the few fantasy Korean dramas that creates an entirely new world. This drama features a very intricate plot that weaves together elements of magic, romance, and adventure. It follows the romance between Jang Uk and Mu-deok while exploring them...
Alchemy of Souls
Continuation of the enchanting saga of soul shifting magic, love, and destiny.
Alchemy of Souls: Light and Shadow
It's a legal drama that combines romance and comedy, about a prosecutor entangled with a judicial apprentice who is accused of murder. Together, they work to uncover the truth.
Suspicious Partner (2017)