The Best K-Dramas on Netflix to Stream Right Now

If you’re in the mood for a binge, Netflix has a deep bench of Korean dramas spanning thrillers, romances, historical epics, and high-concept sci-fi. Below, you’ll find a hand-picked list of standout series that are easy to start and rewarding to finish, whether you want pulse-pounding action, sweeping period stories, or cozy small-town vibes.

Availability shifts constantly—catalogs rotate by country and date—so based on where you’re streaming (and when you’re reading this), some titles below might not appear in your local library. If something’s missing, search your regional catalog or add it to your list for later; many of these shows cycle back in different territories over time.

‘Squid Game’ (2021–2025)

This survival thriller follows hundreds of debt-ridden contestants who accept invitations to children’s games with deadly consequences, overseen by masked organizers and a mysterious Front Man. It became a global phenomenon and returned with new seasons, expanding the conspiracy around the games and Gi-hun’s fight to expose them.

The cast features Lee Jung-jae and Lee Byung-hun among others, and creator Hwang Dong-hyuk steers the story’s escalating stakes while keeping each game’s rules sharply defined. Netflix’s show page provides episode details, maturity ratings, and region-specific availability information.

‘The Glory’ (2022–2023)

A meticulously planned revenge drama about a woman who, after surviving brutal school violence, constructs a long-game payback against her abusers. The narrative tracks how each player is drawn into her design and how past crimes resurface in the present.

Created by writer Kim Eun-sook and director An Gil-ho, the limited series stars Song Hye-kyo, Lee Do-hyun, and Lim Ji-yeon. Netflix lists all episodes with content guidance, dubs, and subtitles by region.

‘Crash Landing on You’ (2019–2020)

A paragliding mishap strands a South Korean heiress in North Korea, where an army officer hides her and attempts to help her return home. The plot interweaves cross-border tensions with fish-out-of-water challenges and found family.

Starring Hyun Bin and Son Ye-jin, the series originally aired on tvN and streams on Netflix in many regions. Netflix’s page outlines genres, episode synopses, and audio options for local availability.

‘Extraordinary Attorney Woo’ (2022)

This legal drama centers on Woo Young-woo, a brilliant rookie attorney on the autism spectrum navigating court cases, office politics, and personal growth. Each case explores a distinct legal question while highlighting accessibility and workplace inclusion.

Park Eun-bin leads the cast, with series credits to director Yoo In-sik and writer Moon Ji-won. Netflix provides localized subtitle and dub selections and notes on awards in certain regions.

‘All of Us Are Dead’ (2022– )

Set inside a high school that becomes ground zero for a fast-moving zombie outbreak, this series follows students who improvise survival tactics as authorities scramble to contain the virus. The school layout and improvised tools shape the action in each episode.

Season 1’s ensemble introduced “hambie” hybrids and ethical dilemmas about quarantine and rescue; Netflix has announced the show’s continuation with production updates shared by entertainment outlets.

‘Sweet Home’ (2020–2024)

Adapted from a webtoon, this apocalyptic saga begins in a crumbling apartment complex where residents face “monsterization” born from human desires. The show evolves from contained survival to wider-scale conflict in later seasons.

With Song Kang and Lee Si-young among the ensemble, Netflix lists three seasons, maturity ratings, and download availability that can vary by region.

‘Kingdom’ (2019–2020)

A Joseon-era political thriller fused with plague horror, it follows the crown prince investigating a mysterious illness tied to court intrigue and a famine-era black market. Geography and social hierarchy drive how the contagion spreads.

The series features Ju Ji-hoon and Bae Doona and unfolds across two seasons; a feature-length special expands the origin lore and can be watched after Season 2.

‘D.P.’ (2021–2023)

Based on a webtoon, this military drama tracks a Deserter Pursuit team tasked with apprehending AWOL soldiers. Each mission exposes systemic issues like hazing and mental-health strain within mandatory service.

Starring Jung Hae-in and Koo Kyo-hwan, the series runs two seasons on Netflix with episode-level descriptions and ratings that can differ by territory.

‘Vincenzo’ (2021)

A Korean-Italian consigliere returns to Seoul and clashes with a powerful conglomerate while trying to recover hidden assets, blending legal maneuvers with criminal-world tactics. The plot’s set-pieces revolve around a mixed-use building and its tenants.

Song Joong-ki headlines alongside Jeon Yeo-been and Ok Taec-yeon. Netflix’s title page includes genre tags—crime, dark comedy, and social-issue drama—plus region-specific audio options.

‘Hometown Cha-Cha-Cha’ (2021)

A city dentist relocates to a seaside village and builds a practice while gradually integrating into close-knit community life, guided (and occasionally thwarted) by a multi-skilled local. Episodes feature distinct village storylines that intersect with the leads’ arcs.

Shin Min-a and Kim Seon-ho star, with Netflix listing the show under romantic comedy and slice-of-life categories and providing local subtitle options.

‘Business Proposal’ (2022)

After stepping in for a friend on a blind date, a food-scientist employee discovers the man across the table is her own CEO; misunderstandings snowball into a contractual relationship that collides with workplace rules.

The series adapts a web novel and webtoon and includes office, family, and culinary subplots; Netflix’s page shows language availability and episode synopses by region.

‘Hellbound’ (2021–2024)

Supernatural “decrees” doom people to violent executions at a set time, igniting social panic and spawning new religious movements; the narrative tracks media, law enforcement, and cult dynamics around the phenomenon.

Created by Yeon Sang-ho and Choi Gyu-seok, the series has two seasons on Netflix, with cast and episode information and content advisories localized per market.

‘Move to Heaven’ (2021)

A trauma-cleaning duo—an exacting young man and his guardian—catalogues the remnants of the deceased and delivers keepsakes to families, revealing a new story in each case. The show uses case files to structure standalone yet connected episodes.

Led by Lee Je-hoon and Tang Jun-sang, it streams as a limited series; Netflix lists run times, accessibility options, and download availability that may vary by country.

‘My Name’ (2021)

Following her father’s murder, a young woman infiltrates the police under a crime boss’s direction, balancing covert loyalties with a personal quest for the killer. The action choreography emphasizes close-quarters combat tied to her undercover identity.

Starring Han So-hee, Park Hee-soon, and Ahn Bo-hyun, the series runs eight episodes; Netflix provides maturity ratings and audio options by region.

‘Bloodhounds’ (2023– )

Two rookie boxers team up with an ethical moneylender to take down predatory loan sharks, tracking illegal lending networks and enforcement rings. Episodes focus on investigations, training, and street-level operations.

Woo Do-hwan and Lee Sang-yi lead the cast. Netflix details episode lists and languages; renewal and casting updates have been shared through official channels and entertainment coverage.

‘A Time Called You’ (2023)

A grieving woman is pulled back to 1998 and meets a young man who resembles her late partner; timeline shifts reveal how past events shape present-day outcomes. The story adapts the Taiwanese series ‘Someday or One Day’.

The limited series stars Ahn Hyo-seop and Jeon Yeo-been; Netflix’s page lists all episodes and localized subtitle/dub options where available.

‘Gyeongseong Creature’ (2023–2024)

Set in colonial-era Gyeongseong and, later, modern-day Seoul, this two-part saga pits ordinary citizens against monsters engineered through human experimentation, linking past atrocities to present consequences.

Led by Park Seo-jun and Han So-hee, the show streams in two seasons on Netflix, with pages outlining cast, age ratings, and download options that may differ by country.

‘The Uncanny Counter’ (2020–2023)

By day, the team runs a noodle shop; by night, they serve as demon hunters empowered by a spirit realm partner. Villain encounters escalate from local possessions to organized adversaries across seasons.

The ensemble includes Cho Byeong-kyu and Kim Se-jeong. Netflix lists seasons, episode descriptions, and accessibility settings, with availability subject to regional licensing.

‘Narco-Saints’ (2022)

Inspired by real-world events, a civilian entrepreneur is recruited by South Korean authorities to help capture a Korean drug lord operating in South America. The miniseries blends undercover tradecraft with jurisdictional challenges.

Ha Jung-woo and Hwang Jung-min star, with Park Hae-soo among the principal cast. Netflix provides a single-season run with episode details and maturity guidance.

‘The Silent Sea’ (2021)

On a time-critical lunar mission, a scientific team retrieves samples from an abandoned base linked to a classified disaster; the plot unfolds through logs, sealed labs, and chain-of-custody puzzles.

The cast features Bae Doona and Gong Yoo. Netflix’s listing includes all episodes, run times, and audio/subtitle availability by region.

‘Stranger’ (2017–2020)

A prosecutor with reduced affect teams with a seasoned detective to expose corruption that threads through police and prosecutorial ranks. Season arcs revolve around linked murder cases and institutional reform.

Cho Seung-woo and Bae Doona headline. Netflix organizes both seasons with genre tags for crime and thriller and provides territory-specific language support.

‘Queen of Tears’ (2024)

A retail-empire heiress and her husband navigate a marriage crisis, with corporate stakes and family alliances shaping their choices. The story tracks how shifts at home and work intersect with public image and legal risk.

Kim Soo-hyun and Kim Ji-won star; Netflix categorizes it under romance and comedy, and offers localized dubs/subtitles that differ by country.

‘The 8 Show’ (2024)

Eight contestants are confined to an eight-story building where time literally equals money; rules incentivize cooperation and betrayal as participants attempt to maximize earnings. The structure emphasizes game mechanics and resource control each episode.

Created by Han Jae-rim and led by Ryu Jun-yeol and Chun Woo-hee, the series runs eight episodes on Netflix, with maturity labels and downloads varying by territory.

‘Castaway Diva’ (2023)

After years stranded on a remote island, an aspiring singer reenters society and pursues a long-delayed debut, reconnecting with people from her past while navigating modern media exposure. The plot uses broadcast studios and talent shows as key settings.

Park Eun-bin stars with Kim Hyo-jin and Chae Jong-hyeop. Netflix lists it as a limited series and provides localized dubs and subtitles based on region.

‘Twenty Five Twenty One’ (2022)

A teenage fencer and a young man rebuilding his life cross paths during an economic downturn; their personal goals intersect with sports competitions and journalistic assignments. The show uses diaries and present-day framing to connect timelines.

Kim Tae-ri and Nam Joo-hyuk star, with Netflix offering episode-level synopses plus subtitle and audio selections that change by country.

Ready to queue up your next watch? Tell us which K-dramas you’re streaming on Netflix right now—drop your picks in the comments!