Amazon Prime Video is slowly making its way into the Korean entertainment market, bringing a number of solid acquired titles on board while simultaneously venturing into original K-Drama production with dramas like "Death's Game" and "My Man Is Cupid". If you're subscribed to Amazon Prime Video and are wondering if there are any K-Dramas and Korean movies on the platform worth watching, we have the perfect watchlist for you. Check out the best K-Dramas and Korean movies on Amazon Prime Video right now that should be on your watchlist!

Note: The Amazon Prime Video K-Dramas and Korean movies mentioned in this article are listed in no particular order of ranking.

 

Amazon Prime Video K-Dramas

1. "Anna"

Starring Suzy as the eponymous Anna, this K-Drama on Amazon Prime tells the story of Lee YuMi, a working-class woman who climbs up the social ladder after stealing the identity of a rich socialite. A simple lie snowballs into a false life, and everything seems to go just as planned..until it doesn't. However, if there's anything to know about YuMi, it is that she gets what she wants. With outstanding acting and a tight-knit plot, this one is a must-watch among Amazon Prime K-Dramas.

 

2. "The Kidnapping Day"

A kidnapping goes right when a man abducts the abused daughter of a rich family for ransom money but ends up saving her life from the horrific adults around her. Starring Yoon KyeSang and YuNa, this K-Drama will have tears welling up in your eyes from how wholesome it is, but at the same time, the thrill of it all will keep you at the edge of your seat. If you enjoy the "found family" trope in K-Dramas, you simply cannot miss this one on Amazon Prime.

 

3. "Undercover"

One of the most criminally underhyped K-Dramas on Amazon Prime Video, "Undercover" tells the story of National Intelligence Service agent Han JungHyun (Ji JinHee), who has been in hiding for a long time and married Choi YeonSoo (Kim HyunJoo), a just and exemplary Human Rights lawyer. However, the secrets of his past threaten to burst at the seams when his wife gets promoted to Director of the Corruption Investigation Office, and he is the one who must take her down. Packed with riveting thrill, this K-Drama is a roller coaster ride that will keep you guessing until the very end.

 

4. "May I Help You?"

Another underhyped title among K-Dramas on Amazon Prime that deserves more attention is HyeRi and Lee JunYoung's "May I Help You?". If you're looking for a healing love story that feels like chicken soup for the soul, "May I Help You?" is ready to be at your service. It tells the story of a funeral director cursed with the duty to fulfill the last wishes of the dead stuck between this life and the next and a "butler" who takes on odd jobs for 100 Won. As their paths keep crossing, they realize that their fates are entangled with a tragic past.

 

5. "Monstrous"

Amazon Prime Video seems to have a penchant for carrying underhyped K-Dramas because "Monstrous" is one of the best horror series to come out of the K-Drama industry and yet may have missed your radar. Starring stellar actors Shin HyunBeen, Koo KyoHwan, Kwak DongYeon, Kim JiYoung, Park HoSan, Nam DaReum, and more, it tells the story of Jung KiHoon, an archaeologist fascinated by the supernatural, and Lee SooJin, his ex-wife, a skilled archaeologist haunted by the loss of their only child. The estranged couple reunite when mysterious events linked to the appearance of a cursed Buddha statue start transpiring around them.

 

6. "Island"

This award-winning fantasy thriller K-Drama on Amazon Prime features incredible acting, fantastic cinematography, and a poignant heart. Starring Kim NamGil, Lee DaHee, and ASTRO's Cha EunWoo, this K-Drama tells the story of a chaebol heiress who is ousted from the city and sent to Jeju Island, where she becomes the target of evil spirits. In Jeju, she meets the mysterious Van, who seems to rescue her whenever she is in danger, and Priest JoHan, a young man with a dark past who clings to her like a little brother. Together, they join forces to survive against monsters.

 

Amazon Prime Video Korean Movies

1. "The Childe"

K-Drama star Kim SeonHo makes his silver screen debut with this movie that you can now watch on Amazon Prime Video. "The Childe" follows Marco (Kang TaeJu), a half-Korean, half-Filipino young man in the Philippines. Struggling to afford his sick mother's life-saving operation, Marco turns to illegal activities, leading to a near-fatal ambush. Desperate, he seeks his biological father's help and is contacted by representatives, offering a chance to meet him in South Korea. During the flight, Marco encounters a mysterious figure who calls himself "Friend" (Kim SeonHo), who warns him of danger on his journey. The film is well-written, the cinematography is stunning, and the acting is top-tier. There's no reason not to watch this!

 

2. "Rebound"

Coming of age, sports, and the coolest underdog story based on real events, "Rebound" tells the story of how Coach Kang YangHyun (played by Ahn JaeHong) leads the Busan JoongAng High School basketball team to the KBA National Tournament against all odds, proving the true meaning of the word "rebound". This film is not only inspirational and exhilarating but also thoroughly hilarious and entertaining from start to finish. So, if you're looking for a light-hearted laugh that lingers, "Rebound" is the perfect film for you.

 

3. "Oldboy"

"Oldboy" by director Park ChanWook is one of world cinema's greatest masterpieces, and if you're a fan of either Korean movies or simply movies in general, you cannot go without watching "Oldboy". Starring legendary veteran actors Choi MinSik, Kang HyeJung, and Yoo JiTae in the leading roles, this film is a twisted tale of revenge, deliciously gory, and unbelievably cunning. Oh DaeSu is a seemingly ordinary man who gets captured, tortured, framed for the murder of his wife, and released after 15 years with a mission: he must find out why he was captured or risk losing someone close to him. Just when you think this movie is reaching its conclusion, it throws another unnerving twist at you, and that is exactly what keeps things interesting. Needless to say, "Oldboy" is in a league of its own.

 

4. "Alienoid"

A supernatural alien, a Taoist magician, and a bounty hunter...walk into a bar? No, but they are in a battle to find a mysterious sword called the "Divine Blade" as evil forces threaten to take over, and a portal between the past and future unleashes chaos in an already messed up world. Behind it all is a vile alien mastermind, and humanity may be in danger. A good vs. evil story that spans centuries, this movie is an entertainment explosion, to say the least. With a star-studded cast, which includes Kim WooBin, Ryu JunYeol, and Kim TaeRi, "Alienoid" does not disappoint.

 

5. "Midnight"

Witness turns victim when KyungMi, a deaf woman, saves another woman from being attacked by a serial killer, who then puts a target on her back. A relentless cat-and-mouse chase ensues as KyungMi attempts to outsmart the predator and make it out alive. KyungMi is played spectacularly by Jin KiJoo, and Wi HaJun plays the sinister serial killer DoSik with unnerving precision. Both actors bounce off of each other's brilliance and bring us an unbeatable thriller that will make you want to check your locks twice at night.

 

6. "Emergency Declaration"

A sociopathic terrorist creates a DIY biological weapon and releases it inside a packed airplane. As an epidemic breaks out mid-air, affecting passengers and pilots alike, a larger evil looms on land where the aircraft is denied emergency landing out of fear of infection. Posing a moral problem that thankfully culminates in renewed faith in humanity, "Emergency Declaration" is the type of thriller that will leave you breathless. Starring Song KangHo, Lee ByungHun, Jeon DoYeon, Yim SiWan, and more, this film needs to be on your watchlist.

K-Dramas always amaze us with perfect casts and breathtaking actors and actresses. But we cannot help but imagine a "Dream Cast" before the final cast is revealed. Creating a "Dream Cast" is simply imagining which actor or actress we think would suit best a role or a specific drama. Often we choose it based on the original characters from the webtoon the drama is adapted from, or if it's a remake, which other actor or actress we would want to see playing a certain character.

Even if all actors and actresses cast for K-Dramas are good, some are especially outstanding in some roles or story genres. Also, we can't help but think of some people when we first discover or hear about some dramas. And now is your time to also choose your dream cast by voting for each of those K-Dramas' dream cast suggestions.

We've made plenty of potential "Dream Cast" on Kpopmap, you can now take a look at all of them, and participate in the votes!

 

1. "Bastard" Dream Cast

Webtoon Summary: SeonWoo Jin, is a young boy who inadvertently becomes an accomplice to a serial murderer, who also happens to be his father. However, when his father makes his girlfriend, Yoon Kyun, his next target, Jin is determined to fight back.

Some dream cast contestants: Um KiJoon, Park HaeJoon, Jung JiSo, Park JiHu...

 

2. "Do You Remember Me?" Dream Cast

Webtoon Summary: A young woman named Lee JiHyun, once dreamed of becoming a fashion columnist, but life had other plans. Presently, she works at a celebrity gossip website in the big city. She's overworked and barely has any time for herself, so much so that she ties her hair with a bulldog clip. As she turns 30, her world is turned upside down when she finds out about her favorite celebrity HaNeul's new relationship with a motorsports model, Choo AhRa.

Some dream cast contestants: Go Ara, Chae SooBin, NCT's JaeHyun, INFINITE's L...

 

3. "Dear Actresses" Dream Cast

Webtoon Summary: A young college student Han ChoWon is heartbroken over her ex-boyfriend So WooJoo, and is having a difficult time navigating her feelings. She is suddenly possessed by the soul of the beloved actress Cha Eugene, known as the "Nation's Goddess", who is in a coma from an accident that she has no memory of. To find out the truth about her accident, Eugene directs ChoWon towards acting, where she is perceived as a copycat of Cha Eugene and looked down upon by Gong YeonJun, an actor with national prestige. Even though she is embarrassed in front of So WooJoo, who is also an actor, through ups and downs, trials and tribulations, Han ChoWon discovers her own knack for acting, develops her unique style, and becomes a lovely actress in her own right. At the same time, with ChoWon's help, Eugene gets closer to finding out the reason why she is in a coma.

Some dream cast contestants: Jin KiJoo, Go MinSi, Yoo InNa, Shin HaeSun, Park JiHoon, WEi's YoHan...

 

4. "A Good Day To Be A Dog" Dream Cast

Drama Summary: “A Good Day To Be A Dog” is an unpredictable fantasy romance drama about a woman who is cursed to turn into a dog when she is kissed and a man who can break the curse but is afraid of dogs.

Some dream cast contestants: Kim HyeYoon, Kim SeJeong, Lee SungKyoung, Park BoGum, Park HyungSik...

 

5. "A Compendium Of Ghosts" Dream Cast

Webtoon Summary: A young girl, SeJin, who has the ability to see supernatural entities, and her friend, Sang, a rather cowardly huntsman, ends up being followed by one. SeJin and Sang have a black cat x golden retriever dynamic.

Some dream cast contestants:  Kim SoHyun, Han SoHee, Chae JongHyeop, Lee DoHyun...

 

6. "Alice In Borderland" Korean Remake Dream Cast

Drama Summary: Japanese drama that follows a group of players as they face death in numerous "games" where they must either participate or die by default. Japan, as we know it, has been transformed into an arena, and life has been turned upside down. Amidst this chaos, a few resilient players fight for survival, making terrible sacrifices and experiencing heartbreaking loss in the process.

Some dream cast contestants: GOT7's JinYoung, Han SoHee, Park JiHoon...

 

7. "Time Share House" Dream Cast

Webtoon Summary: A lovely young woman Yoon DoAh, has just landed her dream job as a writer at a broadcasting company and is more than elated to begin a new chapter of her life. Little did she know, her parents are also looking forward to a new beginning because they are getting divorced. Upon finding out that both of her parents have lovers of their own, DoAh decides to find a new place to live. Luckily, she stumbles upon an affordable share house but there's something off about the place.

Some dream cast contestants: Kim YouJung, Song Kang, Kim MinGue, Seo JiHoon...

 

8. "Is It A Coincidence?" Dream Cast

Webtoon Summary: Back in middle school, HongJu was HooYoung's first love but she would pass on love notes to him from her friends with not the slightest clue about his feelings. 10 years later, they meet on a blind date where HongJu introduces herself, and HooYoung recognizes her at once. As it turns out, both HongJu and HooYoung had come for a blind date, but they had their respective partners mixed up. The two resume their separate dates, but the encounter leaves HooYoung wondering whether it was just a coincidence that he met HongJu after such a long time.

Some dream cast contestants: Ahn HyoSeop, 2PM's TaecYeon, SF9's RoWoon...

 

9. "The 26th Murder" Dream Cast

Webtoon Summary: An arrogant serial killer who is caught and sentenced to the death penalty but suddenly loses his memory to a concussion a day before his execution. The narrative thus explores the moral dilemmas of crime and punishment and the judicial structures governing the same through the lens of a suspense mystery as we grapple with the possibility of a murderer lying about his amnesia to get out of death row or alternatively, him genuinely having forgotten all his sins. If the latter is true, does that absolve him from his crimes, and if not, will a psychopath roam free?

Some dream cast contestants: Choi WooShik, UP10TION's Kim WooSeok...

 

10. "House Of The Dragon" Dream Cast

Series Summary: "House of the Dragon" is the newly famous show by HBO, the prequel of the worldwide known "Game of Thrones". "House of the Dragon" tells the story of House Targaryen, ruler of Westeros and dragon rider. The plot takes place 172 years before the birth of Daenerys Targaryen, who will be one of the central characters of the series "Game of Thrones".

Some dream cast contestants: Seo YeaJi, Kim HyeSoo, Song KangHo...

 

11. "Back To You" Dream Cast

Webtoon Summary: HaYoung, is an unassuming young girl who strongly believes that the boy who keeps appearing in her dreams is the one she is destined to be with. This boy is JaeHyun, a popular classmate and neighbor who seems to notice everyone but her. To JaeHyun, HaYoung is not a friend or a lover but rather just a girl he knows, and that apparent indifference is enough to deter HaYoung from approaching him. Nevertheless, JaeHyun is HaYoung's first love, and her heart remains unchanged.

Some dream cast contestants: Park EunBin, Kang Daniel, WOODZ...

 

12. "Now I'm Taking A Break From Dating" Dream Cast

Webtoon Summary: Two young individuals who used to be schoolmates, each going through rough patches in their lives in terms of love, bumping into each other, and unlearning their trauma through getting to know each other's sincere feelings.

Some dream cast contestants: Moon GaYoung, Kim SaeRon, BTS's V, Lee JaeWook...

 

13. "Gorae Byul - The Gyeongseong Mermaid" Dream Cast

Webtoon Summary: "Gorae Byul - The Gyeongseong Mermaid" is set in the independent movements during the Japanese colonial era. The lead character SuA is a servant in a pro-Japanese household. At the beach, she met EuiHyeon who had jumped into the sea after being shot by the Japanese police.

Some dream cast contestants: Kim HyangGi, Kim TaeRi, Lee JongSuk, Yoo SeungHo, Woo DoHwan, Na InWoo...

 

14. "The Remarried Empress" Dream Cast

Webtoon Summary: "The Remarried Empress" tells the romance of the perfect empress of the Eastern Empire named Navier. The Emperor was not planning to keep her as an Empress anymore so she decides to choose to divorce him and to be an Empress elsewhere.

Some dream cast contestants: Seo YeaJi, Ju JiHoon, Seo KangJoon, Lee YuBi...

 

15. "Seasons Of Blossom" Dream Cast

Drama Summary: “Seasons Of Blossom” is a youth drama that follows the story of 18-year-olds with their own secrets and the sweet two-tone romances they create.

Some dream cast contestants: Kim HyeYoon, Park JiHoon, ASTRO's MoonBin...

 

16. "True Beauty" Dream Cast

Drama Summary: It tells the romantic comedy story of JuGyeong who has a complex about her appearance and who turns into a goddess thanks to makeup and of SuHo who keeps hidden scars. The two met and by sharing their secrets they grow and restore their self-esteem.

Some dream cast contestants: Chae SooBin, Kwon HyunBin, Min DoHee...

 

17. "Weak Hero" Dream Cast

Drama Summary: “Weak Hero Class 1” is a story about Yeon SiEun, a seemingly fragile top 1% model student, who fights violence inside and outside the school with his natural smarts and analysis skills.

Some dream cast contestants: Stray Kids' I.N, ATEEZ's SeongHwa, Kwon HyunBin, Hwang InYoup...

 

18. "The Girl Downstairs" Dream Cast

Drama Summary: “The Girl Downstairs,” tells the story of Idol Lee DooNa, who suddenly chooses to retire, and Lee WonJoon, a freshman in college, living in the same share house.

Some dream cast contestants: Song Kang, BTS's JungKook...

 

19. "Delusion" Dream Cast

Webtoon Summary: The story is based in 1935 in Gyeongseong where a struggling artist Yun Iho has just received a strange commission from the strange and reclusive Madam Song JeongHwa. No one has seen her face to face but it is assumed that she is an elderly woman from the aging portraits she has displayed of her. In order to have her portrait painted, Madam Song allows Iho to look at her but much to his surprise, it is a young woman who hasn't aged a day over her twenties.

Some dream cast contestants: Lee DongWook, Lee JaeWook, Seo YeaJi, Krystal Jung...

 

20. "The Moon That Rises In The Day" Dream Cast

Webtoon Summary: It is a story about a man whose time has stopped and a woman whose time flows. It is not a simple love story but a ‘romance thriller’. It will show the conflict between the past and the present.

Some dream cast contestants: Chae SooBin, Lee JoonGi, Yoo SeungHo...

 

21. "See You In My 19th Life" Dream Cast

Drama Summary: “See You In My 19th Life” is a drama that follows a reckless romance of a woman who remembers her past lives and is living her 19th life.

Some dream cast contestants: Seo KangJoon, Ji ChangWook...

 

22. "There Must Be Happy Endings" Dream Cast

Webtoon Summary: This webtoon combines the complexities of contract marriage with the even more intense and interesting topic of time travel and reincarnation. The leading characters are YeoNu and SeonJae. These two characters enter into a contract marriage out of certain obligations but as most contract marriages go, neither of them seems to be happy in this made-up relationship. YeoNu painfully endures the pressures from SeonJae's family and quietly suffers each day until one day, she decides to divorce him.

Some dream cast contestants: Im SooHyang, SHINee's MinHo, Seo KangJoon, BLACKPINK's JiSoo...

 

23. "Hash's Shinru" Dream Cast

Webtoon Summary: "Hash's Shinru" is a historical drama that tells the story of a mysterious woman Hae Roo, who can see the future. After being rescued by an old man from a life of starvation and bullying, she is raised by him until she reaches adulthood. However, she is forced to become a fugitive by circumstances and finds herself hiding away. One day, while she is being chased by government officials, she comes across a mysterious scholar Lee Hyang who believes that the most difficult battles are won by brains and not brawn. He is an extremely clever and learned genius who has a passion for astronomy. He makes her sign a contract in return for hiding her, declaring once and for all that Hae Roo is "his". Upon this encounter, the wheel of Hae Roo's fortune begins to turn again as her fate becomes intertwined with Lee Hyang.

Some dream cast contestants: IU, Jung SoMin...

 

24. "Borrowed Body" Dream Cast

Drama Summary: “The Borrowed Body” is a fantasy mystery academy drama depicting the commotion that occurs as the bodies change between Lee SangYoo, who is framed and is hated by all students, and insider, Gi DaRim, a popular student who is good at studying and exercising.

Some dream cast contestants: Kim YouJung, Lee YuBi, NCT's JaeHyun, TREASURE's JiHoon...

 

25. "Tomorrow" Dream Cast

Drama Summary: A drama about jobseeker, Choi JunWoong, who fell into a coma and ended up as a member of the Special Crisis Management Team of the underworld.

Some dream cast contestants:SF9's Chani, Hwang InYoup, Song Kang...

 

26. "Yumi's Cells" Dream Cast

Drama Summary: It tells the relatable story of YuMi an ordinary office worker in her 30s from the perspective of the cells of her head.

Some dream cast contestants:Lee DongWook, Nam JooHyuk...

 

27. "Itaewon Class" Dream Cast

Drama Summary: In an irrational world, the "hip" revolt of young people, who are united in stubbornness and courage, starts. Itaewon seems to have condensed all the world. In this little street, they are looking for their own freedom based on their values. "Itaewon Class" is their foundation legend. They open a food-related business.

Some dream cast contestants: Yoo AhIn, Jang KiYong...

 

28. "Lookism" Dream Cast

Webtoon Summary: It tells the story of an unattractive guy who by miracle started to have 2 different bodies, a handsome one and an unattractive one.

Some dream cast contestants: Park BoGum, Nam JooHyuk, Jay Park, Lee JongSuk...

 

29. "Princess Hours" Remake Dream Cast

Drama Summary: "Princess Hours" tells the romance between the crown prince and a commoner woman who got into an arranged marriage in an alternate universe where Korea is a constitutional monarchy.

Some dream cast contestants: Kim HyeYoon, Lee JaeWook, Hwang InYeop, Kim WooSeok...

 

30. "My Roommate Is A Gumiho" Dream Cast

Webtoon Summary: It is about a gumiho (Korean nine-tailed fox) and a girl that got linked to each other by accident. The girl got the gumiho's fox orb (an orb at the origin of his power) in her body, they have to live together because he has to protect the orb.

Some dream cast contestants: Kim JiWon, Lee DongWook, Seo KangJoon...

 

31. "She Would Never Know" Dream Cast

Webtoon Summary: The story is taking place in a Korean leading fashion company. HyunSeung (RoWoon) is a new recruit of 7 months and a straightforward guy. SongAh (the lead actress) is his lovely sunbae and she is 1 year older than him. JaeShin (another male actor) is a team manager in the same company.HyunSeung has a one-sided love for SongAh. He got to see her kissing the team manager JaeShin. However, HyunSeung knows that JaeShin has a girlfriend and realizes that he is a cheater. To protect the girl he likes, HyunSeung decides to tell her about it and also confesses his feelings. She asks HyunSeung to pretend to date her to take revenge on JaeShin.

Some dream cast contestants: Lee SungKyoung, Shin SeKyung...

 

32. "Tale Of The Nine Tailed" Dream Cast

Drama Summary: It is the action fantasy story of a nine-tailed fox (Gumiho) who settled down in the city and of the producer who chases after him.

Some dream cast contestants: Park ShinHye, Lee SungKyoung...

 

33. "Sweet Home" Dream Cast

Webtoon Summary: It tells the story of a loner high school student who lost his family and the bizarre and shocking things that happened to him in his new flat.

Some dream cast contestants: Yang SeJong, Woo DoHwan, Nam DaReum...

 

34. "Favorite Part" Dream Cast

Webtoon Summary: It tells the struggling romance of a woman name So WooJoo who has special tastes in men. So WooJo -the main female character- easily falls in love with handsome men. She understands that she has special taste in men when she enters university. She likes only flower boys and doesn't care about their personalities. Because of this, she has been in several dramatic relationships to the point of ruining her life where the guy was using her for money or others. She started to mature with these experiences. So WooJo has low self-esteem and a gloomy personality.

Some dream cast contestants: Kim TaeRi, Nam JiHyun...

 

35. "Harry Potter" Dream Cast

Movie Summary: On his eleventh birthday, Harry Potter, a young boy, receives the revelation that he is the child of two mighty sorcerers who have passed away, and he possesses extraordinary magical abilities. Suddenly plucked from his unwelcome existence, he is beckoned to join Hogwarts, a prestigious British wizarding school. In this enchanting place, he encounters a group of companions who become his dearest confidants and aid him in uncovering the enigmatic circumstances surrounding his parents' demise.

Some dream cast contestants: Nam DaReum, Kim DaMi...

 

36. "Time And reason" Dream Cast

Webtoon Summary: BanJi is a cold and indifferent young girl, perceived as rude and snobby by her peers. Hong BaekYeong is a loner who exists quietly, sleeping during class and whiling away his time in school. When the two get partnered up for a lesson, they inevitably butt heads until they cross each other's lines. What starts off as a verbal argument turns into a physical altercation, all stemming from the fear of having their secrets revealed.

Some dream cast contestants: Kim HyeYoon, SF9's DaWon...

 

37. "I Thought My Time Was Up" Dream Cast

Webtoon Summary: Set in the year 732, in the fictional Harushan Empire "I Thought My Time Was Up" tells the story of a promising young woman named Lariette Blanche, who is diagnosed with a terminal illness. Despite being born with extraordinary magical talent and a destiny that could shape an entire century, she has spent her life in the shadow of her jealous younger brother and indifferent parents, who granted her no education or support. Now, she faces an arranged marriage to an elderly but wealthy marquess, who not only objectifies her but treats her like a return on an investment. However, with only three months to live, she embarks on a journey to fulfill her bucket list and finally live life on her own terms.

Some dream cast contestants: Kim SeJeong, Hwang MinHyun...

 

38. "Drishyam" Dream Cast

Movie Summary: The blissfully uneventful life of an ordinary family is turned upside down when they find themselves involved in a heinous crime. "Drishyam" follows Georgekutty (played by Mohanlal), a local cable TV operator whose life is dedicated to his family and films. He lives with his wife, Rani (played by Meena), and two daughters - Anju (played by Ansiba Hassan) and Anu (played by Esther Anil). When his oldest daughter Anju becomes a victim of a hidden camera crime, and the perpetrator Varun (played by Roshan Basheer), son of Inspector General Geetha Prabhakar (played by Asha Sharath), proceeds to blackmail her and her mother to coerce them into sexual favors, the two women accidentally end up killing him to defend themselves. When this gruesome act is brought to Georgekutty’s knowledge, he puts his expertise in thriller films to use and sketches out the perfect plan to get away with murder.

Some dream cast contestants: Park HaeSoo, Lee SunKyun...

 

39. "Go Ahead" Dream Cast

Drama Summary: Ling Xiao, He Ziqiu and Li Jianjian grow up in seperate family, which all had their own issues. They go through a lot together, and prove to each other that family is not just about bloodline. Unfortunately, they loose sight of each other during their high school years. Years later, the three of them reunite, but they'll have to face the scars of their past in order to move on..

Some dream cast contestants: Golden Child's Choi BoMin, Infinite's L...

 

40. "Guns And Talks" Dream Cast

Movie Summary: "Guns And Talks" tells the story of a group of four hitmen - all of whom are highly skilled at their jobs but not too bright. They are not motivated by some grand evil or noble purpose but instead simply run a private business where anyone can place an order, including students who even get a discount!

Some dream cast contestants: Lee MinHo, Ahn BoHyun, Hwang InYoup, ASTRO's Cha EunWoo...

 

41. "Vampire Chef" Dream Cast

Webtoon Summary: A charming vampire named Hong KiJoon owns a successful, yet shady, restaurant in Itaewon and he is the resident Masterchef at the same time. He is also the only employee at the restaurant, no matter how big the crowd gets. KiJoon has been in this business for quite a while and has built up quite the reputation for himself. In addition, he offers preferential treatment for 30-year-old women in particular and is evidently, quite the flirt! However, his worldly success doesn't change the fact that he is as bloodthirsty as ever, especially for a certain someone.

Some dream cast contestants: Seo InGuk, MONSTA X's HyungWon...

 

42. "My Man Is Cupid" Dream Cast

Drama Summary: The drama tells the tale of a fairy who gets shot by his own arrow and ends up falling in love. A woman gets caught up in this situation and consequently loses her soulmate.

Some dream cast contestants: Kim YooJung, Moon GaYoung...

 

43. "When Flowers Bloom I Think Of The Moon" Dream Cast

Drama Summary: "When Flowers Bloom I Think Of The Moon" tells the story of three people who can ruin each other's lives because they keep on bumping into each other in front of the secret liquor warehouse during the prohibition law in Joseon: an inspector who came to Seoul to achieve fame and prestige to restore his family's name, a poor noblewoman who started to brew alcohol to pay back her debt and the crown prince who keeps on going over the wall to have a drink.

Some dream cast contestants: Lee TaeRi, Kim Bum...

 

44. "Now We Are Breaking Up" Dream Cast

Drama Summary: A story of love and break ups in the romantic world. It illustrates the present scenario in the context of fashion industry. Ha Yeong-eun (Song Hye-kyo) is a trendy team leader of design department of a fashion company called 'The One'. Yoon Jae-gook (Jang Ki-yong) is a successful freelance photographer.

Some dream cast contestants: Kim JaeWook, Park HaeJin...

 

45. "River Where The Moon Rises" Dream Cast

Drama Summary: The drama will be recreating the famous Goguryeo traditional story of PyeongGang and OnDal. It tells the love story of PyeongGang who uses OnDal's feelings to become an empress and of OnDal who made foolish sacrifices.

Some dream cast contestants: Seo KangJoon, Kim DongHee...

 

46. "Hong ChunGi" Dream Cast

Novel Summary:"Hong ChunGi" tells the story of the only female painter of the Joseon Dynasty.

Some dream cast contestants: IU, Seol InA...

 

47. "Love Revolution" Dream Cast

Drama Summary: "Love Revolution" tells the love story of the couple Gong JuYoung and Wang JaRim while depicting realistically the teen's lives with their love, friendship, study, and dream.

Some dream cast contestants: Kim BoRa, Shin YeEun...

 

47. "Born Again" Dream Cast

Drama Summary: It tells the love of a detective, the detective's lover, and a serial killer who likes the detective's lover. The story has two timelines. The three characters first met in 1986 and met terrible misfortune. 32 years later, they are reincarnated and get to meet again in 2020. Their death was not the end of the story but a new door. In 2020, this is round 2 of their persistent links and ill-fated relationship.

Some dream cast contestants: Shin HyeSun, Lee SungKyung...

 

 

Which is your favorite Dream Cast on this list? Let us know in the comments!

OTT platforms have brought the world a little closer with their roster of incredible entertainment from every part of the world, facilitating a whole new wave of globalization in the new digital age. In the absence of the restrictions of cable TV, a viewer in one part of the world can consume and appreciate art and entertainment from another. One of the biggest contributors to this has been the OTT giant Netflix and its Korean original shows.

In recent times, Netflix has upped its game in the arena of Korean entertainment with the huge and still rising popularity of the same. Besides bringing numerous classics on board, Netflix has also been churning out some incredible original content for fans worldwide.

If you’re a fan of K-Pop, K-Dramas, variety shows, and more, here are our picks for the best Korean shows, movies, and more that you can watch now on Netflix!

Let us know which of these you’ve already watched, which ones you’d like to watch next, and which ones you’d advise your K-entertainment-loving friends to watch!

Note: We are using the official summaries of the shows mentioned, as seen on Netflix.

 

1. "Doona!" - Drama

When: 2023

Cast: Suzy, Yang SeJong

Summary: A college student navigates life and school while dealing with a unique predicament — he's living with a beautiful former K-Pop idol.

For: Fans of idol-related stories and melodramas.

Why Watch?: If you've always wondered what it must be like to live the glamorous life of a K-Pop idol, take a dive into the dark side with "Doona!" and you'll leave with renewed empathy for your favorite K-Pop stars. As for the romance at the centre of the drama, it is truly warm and healing yet painful in a way that leaves a deep impression. The chemistry between Suzy and Yang SeJong is electric, making for some heart-fluterring scenes that will definitely give you butterflies.

 

2. "Bloodhounds" - Drama

When: 2023

Cast: Woo DoHwan, Lee SangYi, Kim SaeRon, Park SungWoong

Summary: Three friends working for a benevolent moneylender band together to take down a ruthless loan shark who preys on the financially desperate.

For: Fans of action and suspense.

Why Watch?: "Bloodhounds" is not just an action drama. It is a story of friendship, family, perseverance, and resilience. Woo DoHwan, Lee SangYi, and Kim SaeRon deliver stellar performances, and their dynamic is simply off the charts. The comedy peppered in throughout the series is refreshing, while the action scenes are cathartic, to say the least.

 

3. "The Devil's Plan" - Variety Show

When: 2023

Cast: Ha SeokJin, SEVENTEEN's SeungKwan, Lee SeeWon, Park KyeongRim, Suh DongJoo, Kwak JoonBin, Orbit, Guillaume Patry, Lee HyeSung, Cho YeonWoo, Suh YuMin, Kim DongJae 

Summary: 12 contestants face off in games of wit, strategy, and wisdom over 6 nights and 7 days. Who will be crowned the ultimate victor?

For: Fans of brain/strategy games and reality shows.

Why Watch?: If you enjoy reality shows like "Big Brother", you will love "The Devil's Plan". Contestants live together for seven days, within which time they must compete against each other in intricately designed games to win the ultimate prize. From teamwork to betrayal, twists and turns, eliminations, penalties, and more, this show is filled with entertainment that you do not want to miss.

 

4. “Kingdom” Seasons 1 and 2; “Kingdom: Ashin of the North” - Drama & Special Episode

When: 2019 - 2021

Cast: Ju JiHoon, Bae DooNa, Jun Ji Hyun, Kim SeongGyoo, Ryu SeungRyong

Summary: While strange rumors about their ill king grip a kingdom, the crown prince becomes their only hope against a mysterious plague overtaking the land.

For: Fans of horror, thrillers, and political dramas.

Why watch?: "Kingdom" is one of the best Korean Netflix original shows to date. This brilliant show takes modern fears and socio-political issues and plants them in Joseon, using the motif of the zombie to address important issues in society. There’s not a single dull moment in this entire show, over two seasons and one special episode and it’s definitely worth the sleepless nights.

 

5. “So Not Worth It” - Drama

When: 2021

Cast: Park SeWan, Shin HyeonSeung, GOT7’s Choi YoungJae

Summary: New friends, new loves and new experiences mix together inside a colorful college dormitory in Korea that's home to students from around the world.

For: Fans of lighthearted slice of life dramas, campus romances, and sitcoms.

Why watch?: “So Not Worth It” is Netflix’s first Korean sitcom and features a star studded cast of actors, idols, foreign actors/variety show stars and more.

 

6. “Extracurricular” - Drama

When: 2020

Cast: Kim DongHee, Jung DaBin, Park JuHyun

Summary: A model high school student who's steeped in a world of serious crime finds his double life upended when a classmate takes an interest in his secret.

For: Fans of psychological thrillers and realistic portrayals of society.

Why watch?: “Extracurricular” was a turning point for Korean dramas as it opened up a whole new arena for dark, gritty, and unconventional narratives based on some iota of truth in society.

 

7. “Love Alarm” and “Love Alarm Season 2” - Drama

When: 2019 - 2021

Cast: Kim SoHyun, Jung GaRam, Song Kang

Summary: In a world where an app alerts people if someone in the vicinity likes them, Kim JoJo experiences young love while coping with personal adversities.

For: Fans of bubbly campus romances who do not mind a bit of cheesiness.

Why watch?: “Love Alarm” is one of the most popular Korean Netflix original shows and for good reason too. Its novel concept, amazing cast, and story development will leave you hooked.

 

8. “Move To Heaven” - Drama

When: 2021

Cast: Lee JeHoon, Tang JunSang, Hong SeungHee

Summary: Finding life in all that’s left behind, a detail-oriented trauma cleaner and his estranged uncle deliver untold stories of the departed to loved ones.

For: Viewers who are looking for something different from the usual sweetness of Korean dramas and do not mind darker themes.

Why watch?: Despite being based on a rather grim theme, at the end of the day “Move To Heaven” is a heartwarming coming-of-age drama about family, friendship, and love. If you're looking for memorable Korean Netflix original shows, this one will be right up your alley.

 

9. “The School Nurse Files” - Drama

When: 2020

Cast: Jung YuMi, Nam JooHyuk

Summary: Wielding a light-up sword through the dark corners of a high school, a nurse with an unusual gift protects students from monsters only she can see.

For: Fans of supernatural and fantasy dramas.

Why watch?: This drama is full of adventure, action, mystery and thrill. Its bite sized format allows for it to be the perfect weekend binge.

 

10. “Sweet Home” - Drama

When: 2020

Cast: Song Kang, Lee JinUk, Lee SiYoung, Go MinSi, Lee DoHyun

Summary: As humans turn into savage monsters and wreak terror, one troubled teen and his apartment neighbors fight to survive — and to hold on to their humanity.

For: Fans of horror and webtoon-based dramas.

Why watch?: This drama is based on an incredibly popular webtoon and does complete justice to the same. Each actor’s performance is strikingly brilliant, which contributes to the hard-hitting impact of the drama.

 

11. “Persona” - Drama

When: 2019

Cast: Lee JiEun (IU), Bae DooNa, Park HaeSoo

Summary: An exploration of different personas in an eclectic collection of four works by critically acclaimed Korean directors.

For: Fans of slow-burn stories that culminate to a more than satisfying conclusion.

Why watch?: Fans of intellectual storylines will definitely appreciate this work for its subtle nuances and gripping narratives. The cast is just the cherry on top!

 

12. “Night In Paradise” - Film

When: 2021

Cast: Um TaeGoo, Jeon YeoBeen, Cha SeungWon

Summary: Hiding out in Jeju Island following a brutal tragedy, a wronged mobster with a target on his back connects with a woman who has her own demons.

For: Fans of action thrillers.

Why watch?: This film will have you at the edge of your seat from start to finish as you find yourselves rooting for the unlikeliest characters.

 

13. “The 8th Night” - Film

When: 2021

Cast: Lee SungMin, Park HaeJoon, Kim YooJung

Summary: With prayer beads in one hand and an ax in the other, a monk hunts down a millennia-old spirit that's possessing humans and unleashing hell on Earth.

For: Fans who love all things gore, horror, and some jumpscares.

Why watch?: We cannot talk about the best Korean Netflix original shows without this horror masterpiece. This film will satisfy all horror fanatics with its chilling storyline, incredibly well-made scenes, and especially amazing CGI work. Remember to cancel out the scare with a comedy later because this film will haunt you in your nightmares.

 

14. “Time To Hunt” - Film

When: 2020

Cast: Lee JeHoon, Ahn JaeHong, Choi WooShik

Summary: Wanting to leave their dystopian world behind for a faraway paradise, three outlaws plot a money heist — and draw the attention of a vicious killer.

For: Fans of thrillers and action films.

Why watch?: Remember to breathe while watching this film because danger lurks at every corner. “Time To Hunt” is the very definition of a film that will have you nervously rocking back and forth until the end.

 

15. “The Call” - Film

When: 2020

Cast: Park ShinHye, Jun JongSeo, Kim SungRyoung

Summary: Connected by phone in the same home but 20 years apart, a serial killer puts another woman’s past — and life — on the line to change her own fate.

For: Fans of thrillers and murder mysteries.

Why watch?: This film is a rollercoaster of twists and turns that will leave you trying to patch hints together until the bigger picture is revealed.

 

16. “Space Sweepers” - Film

When: 2021

Cast: Song JoongKi, Kim TaeRi, Jin SunKyu

Summary: Chasing after space debris and faraway dreams in year 2092, four misfits unearth explosive secrets during the attempted trade of a wide-eyed humanoid.

For: Fans of space adventure stories with a tinge of deep emotions.

Why watch?: This film will give you laughter, tears, excitement, and warm your heart with the sweetest tale of a chosen family, up in space.

 

17. “Sweet and Sour” - Film

When: 2021

Cast: Jang KiYong, Chae SooBin, Jung SooJung (Krystal)

Summary: Faced with real-world opportunities and challenges, a couple endures the highs and lows of trying to make a long-distance relationship survive.

For: This film is for everyone!

Why watch?: This film is a mind-blowing piece of solid writing, amazing acting, and perhaps the most intriguing plot twist ever that is sure to leave you thinking about it for the rest of the day.

 

18. “BLACKPINK: Light Up The Sky” - Documentary Film

When: 2020

Cast: BLACKPINK

Summary: Record-shattering Korean girl band BLACKPINK tell their story — and detail the hard-fought journey of the dreams and trials behind their meteoric rise.

For: This is for BLINKs (of course) and K-Pop fans in general as well as those who are interested in the inner workings of the K-Pop industry.

Why watch?: This docu-film is an enlightening glimpse into the world behind the glitz and glamour that comes from being the world’s biggest K-Pop group. Even if you’re not a BLINK, you need to watch this.

 

19. “Busted!” - Variety Show

When: 2018 - 2021

Cast: Yoo JaeSuk, Park MinYoung, Lee SeungGi, EXO’s SeHun

Summary: Tackling different mysteries in each episode of this game show, seven sleuths get closer to solving the biggest one of all: What happened to Project D?

For: Variety show fans, K-Drama fans and K-Pop fans alike!

Why watch?: This variety show features your favourite K-Drama stars, variety show experts and K-Pop idols all in one fun investigative show that will brighten up your day with laughter and entertainment.

 

20. “Twogether” - Variety Show

When: 2020

Cast: Lee SeungGi, Jasper Liu

Summary: Paired together for an unforgettable trip across Asia, stars Lee Seung-gi and Jasper Liu become buddies as they connect with fans and local cultures.

For: This show is for everyone who’s trying to cope with the quarantine blues.

Why watch?: Go on a virtual vacation with your favourite K-Drama and C-Drama stars Lee SeungGi and Jasper Liu from the comfort of your own home. Not only is this a travel reality show but it is also full of love and laughter that will rejuvenate you and leave you feeling all sorts of happy feelings. “Twogether” is a must-watch.

 

 

Note: This poll was first opened in August 2021. "Doona!", "Bloodhounds" and "The Devil's Plan" have been added to the poll in November 2023.