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Thriller & Fantasy KDrama & TV Show Recommendations
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items I mostly watch KDramas and sometimes the occasional Western shows. Here is a list of my favourite KDramas & TV Shows. As you can see, my favourite genres are thriller, mystery, and fantasy.
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Thriller & Mystery KDramas
Fantasy & Thriller Shows
Thriller & Mystery KDramas
If you're bored with the usual romcom KDramas that you already know the plot after watching 1 episode. These KDramas are for you.
Enjoyed how the series explored about the dark & glamorous life of social media influencers.
Celebrity (KDrama)
A woman who was bullied in high school gets revenge against her perpetrators. First time seeing Song Hye Kyo in a non-romcom drama, so I got exposed to a different acting style.
The Glory (KDrama)
A Korean-Italian mafia lawyer who gave social justice to conglomerates. I mostly see Song Joong Ki in romcoms, so I enjoyed his acting here. It actually made me consider watching The Godfather.
Vincenzo (KDrama)
Satirical drama that explores the materialistic desires of upper-class parents to secure their children's admission into top universities. One of the things I love about this drama is that it's women-centric & about the wealthy.
SKY Castle (KDrama)
Communicating via a walkie-talkie that transcends time, a criminal profiler from 2015 and a detective from 1989 join forces to tackle crimes and injustice.
Have been waiting for a Season 2 announcement since the dawn of time. Need to rewatch this.
Have been waiting for a Season 2 announcement since the dawn of time. Need to rewatch this.
Signal (KDrama)
A college student participates in reality survival game show with a prize of 10 billion won. The contestant who can cheat the others win the prize.
Liar Game (KDrama)
A prosecutor teams up with a police officer to solve crimes and root out corruption in the prosecutor’s office.
Stranger (KDrama)
Imagine zombies during the Joseon period.
Kingdom (KDrama)
Three woman join together for revenge. Love the female leads.
Avengers Social Club (KDrama)
A Drama about two fiercely ambitious women in a wealthy, corrupt, and secretive South Korean chaebol family. They strive to break free from societal prejudices, overcome family power struggles, and reclaim their true identities.
First time encountering a queer-coded storyline in KDramas.
First time encountering a queer-coded storyline in KDramas.
Mine (KDrama)
A fixer uses her skills to transform a civil rights lawyer into the next mayor and take down her former employer.
Queenmaker (KDrama)
A woman who created a fake luxury brand was found dead. The synopsis was a bit similar to Inventing Anna, so I got intrigued.
The Art of Sarah (KDrama)
A man was framed for a crime. He discovers it was orchestrated by the wealthy, he gets revenge. Always enjoy Ji Chang Wook's action stuff. It was a bit slow at first, and I actually speed-watched some scenes to watch Ji-Chang Wook emulate James Bond.
The Manipulated (KDrama)
A bodyguard protects a hidden daughter of the President. Ji Chang Wook's action skills is phenomenal.
The K2 (KDrama)
Forgot the plot but Ji Chang Wook’s action stunts was very memorable.
Healer (KDrama)
The production sets are so pretty and colourful. Enjoyed the story about capitalism and social inequality.
Squid Game (KDrama)
Park Min Young’s acting range was highlighted in this drama. She plays a con artist here so we get to see her act different roles. Also enjoy a good heist drama.
Confidence Queen (2025)
Haven't watched the original version so I can't compare but I enjoyed the heist story.
Money Heist: Korea - Joint Economic Area
A terrorist attack that killed a lot of government officials and Park Min Ju has to sit as the acting president. Enjoyed the political intrigue storyline.
Designated Survivor: 60 Days (KDrama)
Forgot the plot but honestly I watched this because of Kim Hye Soo & Ju Ji-Hoon.
Hyena (KDrama)
Fantasy & Thriller Shows
Love the plot of this show. It’s about sending a message to outer space and receiving a reply from extraterrestrial life. It explores how we (humanity) chose to respond to this grave threat.
3 Body Problem (TV Series)
Neil Gaiman controversy aside. I love learning about the Endless Family, the 7 siblings who personify the universal forces of existence. Honestly was expecting for the show to explore more on Dream of the Endless & Hob Gadling relationship but th...
The Sandman (Netflix)
Another great show that was cancelled. The show explores the major bible stories and explores the relationship between the angel Aziraphale and the demon Crowley. Honestly, I wanted the show to explore more on the queer relationship between Aziraphal...
Good Omens (TV Series)
Another banger show that got cancelled because of Neil Gaiman's scandal. I was honestly excited for the show to explore its potential and expand on the lore. Also, I ship Edwin with Cat King.
Dead Boy Detectives (TV Series)
I read the book so I wanted to compare the show version. They adapted the book perfectly. They were able to expand more on the lore about the shapeshifting storyline and were able to translate the humour into the screen. This series really deserved a...
My Lady Jane (TV Series)
Fake heiress who conned the New Yorks’s elite. I enjoyed watching this and dive deeped more about Anna Delvey.
Inventing Anna (TV Series)
Wellness influencer who conned the public. Another banger show about a con artist.
Apple Cider Vinegar (TV Series)
Haven’t played LOL but I enjoyed this series. Jinx is my spirit animal.
Arcane (TV Series)
Another cancelled show that had great potential. This show is a modern retelling of Greek mythology.
KAOS (TV Series)
A teen who accidentally becomes a famous fashion model. This actress in on my radar for their next projects.
Geek Girl (TV Series)
Another banger book-to-show adaption that got cancelled. I read the books, and I enjoyed how they combined Shadow & Bone and Six of Crow book series together to create this.
Shadow and Bone (TV Series)
Like learning about the relationship between a cannibal & criminal profiler
Hannibal (TV Series)
This paranormal series explored the different Filipino myths. Enjoyed getting a refresher on our myths.
Trese (TV Mini Series)