tvN is a cable channel of Korea and its dramas are popular in and out of Korea. The channel has quite a lot of hit dramas on its record. The channel keeps on having high ratings with interesting plots and Hallyu actors in its cast.

Here is a list of the tvN dramas with the highest ratings up until now (all years) (updated article).

 

1. "Crash Landing On You" - 21.7%

The drama "Crash Landing On You" (2019-2020) with Hyun Bin and Son YeJin makes tvN history by breaking the record of its highest ratings. With the final episode of the drama, the drama ratings reached 21.7%. The love story of the North Korean soldier and South Korean chaebol hooked the country.

 

2. "Queen of Tears" - 20.7%

The awaited K-Drama "Queen of Tears" (2024) with top Hallyu stars Kim SooHyun and Kim JiWon started with 5.9% and reached impressive ratings of 20.7% with episode 12.  Viewers are hooked and the drama went viral for its story and amazing acting. It is still airing.

 

3. "Goblin" - 20.5%

The drama "Goblin" also titled "Guardian: The Lonely and Great God" aired in 2016-2017 starring Gong Yoo, Kim GoEun, Lee DongWook and more. In and out of Korea, the drama was extremely popular. There was definitely a "Goblin craze". The final episode of the drama reached its highest personal ratings at 20.5%. "Goblin" held the record of tvN best ratings until "Crash Landing on You" broke it.

 

4. "Reply 1988" - 18.8%

The "Replies" series were popular and "Reply 1988" (2015-2016) was the most popular. The last episode reached 18.8%. Girl's Day's HyeRi, Park BoGum, Go KyungPyo, Ryu JunYeol and Lee DongHwi acted in the drama.

 

5. "Mr. Sunshine" - 18.1%

The historical drama "Mr. Sunshine" (2018) with Lee ByungHun and Kim TaeRi had a huge budget and it received a lot of love in and outside of Korea. The drama scored 18.1% of ratings on its last episode.

 

6. "Mr. Queen" - 17.4%

The comedy historical drama "Mr. Queen" (2020-2021) starring Shin HyeSun and Kim JungHyun was also popular. The drama started at 8.0% and kept on increasing its ratings up to 17.4% for the final episode.

 

7. "Crash Course In Romance" - 17%

The romance drama "Crash Course in Romance" (2023) starred Jeon DoYeon and Jung KyungHo. The drama started with 4.0% but gained a lot of popularity week after week with its love story, elite education, and scandals. The drama reached 17% with its last episode.

 

8. "Under The Queen's Umbrella" - 16.852%

The historical drama "Under The Queen's Umbrella" (2022) starred Kim HyeSoo, Kim HaeSook, Choi WonYoung, Moon SangMin, SF9's Chani, Yoo SeonHo, Kim MinGi, and more. It was a hit drama. Starting at 7.6%, the drama kept on gaining viewers and reached 16.852% with its last episode. The story of the queen, her sons, and all the political schemes passionated.

9. "Vincenzo" - 14.6%

The black comedy drama "Vincenzo" (2021) starring Song JoongKi, Jeon YeoBeen, 2PM's Ok TaecYeon, Kim YeoJin, and Kwak DongYeon was popular. The drama was also available on Netflix at the same time. The drama started at 7.7% and ended at 14.6%. Viewers have been stunned by the amazing acting and the catchy storyline of a mafia consigliere getting rid of the bad guys.

 

10. "Our Blues" - 14.6%

The life drama "Our Blues" (2022) starring Lee ByungHun, Shin MinA, Han JiMin, Kim WooBin, Cha SeoungWon, and Lee JungEun gathered a lot of interest with its touching story and its talented cast. The drama started at 7.3% and ended at 14.6%.

 

11. "100 Days My Prince" - 14.4%

The comedy historical drama "100 Days My Prince" (2018) starring EXO’s D.O. and Nam JiHyun was also one of the most popular dramas of tvN. The last episode of the drama reached 14.4%.

 

12. "Hospital Playlist" - 14.1%

The drama "Hospital Playlist" (2020) with Jo JungSuk, Yoo YeonSeok, Jung KyungHo, and Kim DaeMyung was popular. The drama kept increasing in ratings and reached 14.1% with its last episode. The story of these close friends working at the hospital had interested many.

 

13. "Signal" - 12.5%

The drama "Signal" (2016) with Lee JeHoon, Kim HyeSoo, and Choi JinWoong was also a hit. The drama reached 12.5% of ratings with its last episode. This drama is often mentioned as one of the best K-Dramas in the international K-Drama community.

 

14. “Hotel del Luna"- 12%

IU and Yeo JinGoo addicted viewers to the ghosty fantasy drama “Hotel del Luna”. The drama was so popular that many are hoping for a second season. The drama reached 12.0% on its last episode.

 

15. "Marry My Husband" - 12.0%

The 2024 drama "Marry My Husband" based on a web novel and webtoon was a hit. With Park MinYoung, Na InWoo, Lee YiKyung, Song HaYoon, and Highlight's Lee GiKwang, the revenge drama caught attention from the start with 5.2%. It continuously grabbed viewers' attention until reaching 12.0% with its last episode.

 

BTS' V: 너무 'T' 아니에요? (Isn't she too much like a 'T'?)

IU: 나 'F'야. (I'm an 'F'.)

IU: 너 'T'야? (Are you a 'T'?)

BTS' V: 나 'F'야. (I'm an 'F'.)

IU: 나도. (Me too.)

"Are you a T?" ("너 'T'야?" in Korean) is the latest Korean slang phrase that you can hear wherever you go. It refers to the 'T' that forms part of the MBTI personality test - which refers to 'Thinkers' (the opposite of 'F' which refers to 'Feelers').

This question has become a meme in Korea that people use jokingly when someone coldly spits facts or doesn't empathize with a situation. It might even be used with the connotation, "What's wrong with you?" You can spot a lot of your favorite idols and actors using the phrase in their content these days. For instance, IU and BTS' V were seen using the phrase in their 'Love wins all' behind-the-scenes video. You can watch the full video here.

After a game of intense wits, forlorn longing, and a seemingly unending battle for the throne, historical K-Drama "Captivating The King" has come to its climactic end. With Cho JungSeok and Shin SaeKyeong at its helm, as the drama's name suggests, audiences were captivated by the tvN series from the start.

Now that it's over, however, there will surely be a noticeable absence from the weekend drama roster. And while there are many amazing series currently on air, there was something special about "Captivating The King" that appears once every few months. Many might be looking for a drama with a similar plot or underlying themes. So if this sounds like you, you've definitely come to the right place.

Here are a few K-Dramas that you can watch if you enjoyed the thrilling, yet heartfelt "Captivating The King".

 

1. "My Dearest"

Cast: NamKoong Min, Ahn EunJin, and more

Summary: "My Dearest" dives into the love story between noblewoman Yu GilChae and the mysterious Lee JangHyun. They must navigate their relationship while also tackling the effects of war.

Reasons To Watch: "My Dearest" experienced resounding success, immersing audiences into a war-torn world with a pinch of incredible yearning. Both NamKoong Min and Ahn EunJin provided stunning performances, causing audiences to feel a rollercoaster ride of emotions. Similar to "Captivating The King", "My Dearest" will keep you at the edge of your seats, ready to binge well into the night.

 

2. "Moon Lovers: Scarlet Heart Ryeo"

Cast: Lee JoonGi, IU, Kang HaNeul, Nam JooHyuk, Ji Soo, Hong JongHyun, EXO's BaekHyun, and more

Summary: During a solar eclipse, Go HaJin is transported from modern day to Goryeo times. She first falls in love with the kind 8th Prince but later changes to the 4th Prince. This prince is known for being fearless and hides his face with a mak. She is trapped in the princes' rivalry over the throne.

Reasons To Watch: "Moon Lovers: Scarlet Heart Ryeo" is a timeless masterpiece, praised for its stellar cast and immersive plot. The brothers' battle for the throne is intense, causing temperatures to rise and jaws to drop straight to the floor out of shock. Coming into the drama, just know that you'll be in for a ride of the lifetime, exploring a story filled with intense emotions and complex relationships. At the end, you'll naturally want to watch "Moon Lovers: Scarlet Heart Ryeo" over and over again.

 

3. "Under The Queen's Umbrella"

Cast: Kim HyeSoo, Kim HaeSook, Choi WonYoung, Moon SangMin, SF9's Chani, Yoon SangHyeon, Yoo SeonHo, Kim MinGi, and more

Summary: Tells the story of the dignified and graceful Queen HwaRyeong, who dismisses the royal protocol of education to raise her troublesome sons into proper princes.

Reasons To Watch: Kim HyeSoo pilots her character of Queen Im HwaRyeong to sheer perfection. She completely embodies a queen of elegance, strength, and smarts. She stands as a firm pillar of the royal family, even in the midst of hardship and constant attacks from her enemies. Im HwaRyeong's strength directly opposes the fragile and obedient image of many female characters in the realm of historical K-Dramas. She packs a punch in more ways than just physical, showcasing the exact reason why she is the queen of the nation.

 

4. "Bloody Heart"

Cast: Lee Joon, Kang HanNa, Jang Hyuk, and more

Summary: Lee Tae, ​the king who has to throw away his beloved woman to survive, and YooJung, who has to be a heavy fighter to survive, point swords at each other's necks.

Reasons To Watch: "Bloody Heart" and "Captivating The King" are similar in many regards. Both series' main characters go through a significant change, taking on the burdens of their time. They are faced with overwhelming power struggles, sincere character development, and a heartachingly beautiful romance. You won't be able to take your eyes off of the screen the moment "Bloody Heart" begins.

 

5. "The King's Affection"

Cast: Park EunBin, SF9's RoWoon, Nam YoonSou, VICTON's ByungChan, Bae YoonKyung, Jung ChaeYeon, and more

Summary: Revolves around the secret court romance between Lee Hwi and Jung JiUn. Lee Hwi is a woman who was abandoned because she was born as a girl. When her twin brother died, she took his place as the crown prince while trying to keep her identity and affection for her first love.

Reasons To Watch: Lee Hwi (Park EunBin) harbors a secret that she's kept hidden all these years. It is in upholding this secret that she continuously chooses to push forward and put on the mask of a ruler, which was meant to be bestowed upon her brother. However, she shows immense grit and undeniable charm that Jung JiUn (RoWoon) isn't the only person who falls for her. Both Park EunBin and RoWoon give mind-blowing performances that showcase their acting prowess. "The King's Affection" will grab hold of your heart and won't easily let it go.

Which K-Drama are you watching now that "Captivating The King" is over?