{"id":185539,"date":"2021-11-03T09:00:01","date_gmt":"2021-11-03T01:00:01","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/thehoneycombers.com\/hong-kong\/?p=185539"},"modified":"2024-11-20T19:36:00","modified_gmt":"2024-11-20T11:36:00","slug":"best-korean-dramas","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/thehoneycombers.com\/hong-kong\/best-korean-dramas\/","title":{"rendered":"Looking for the next show to binge watch after Squid Game? Here are the best Korean dramas"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Now that <a href=\"https:\/\/thehoneycombers.com\/hong-kong\/halloween-events-in-hong-kong-2021\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Halloween<\/a> and all the <a href=\"https:\/\/thehoneycombers.com\/hong-kong\/costume-shops-in-hong-kong\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">dressing up<\/a> is out of the way, we think it\u2019s fair to say that Squid Games is\u2026 kind of past its prime. But, it\u2019s never too late to hop on the K-drama bandwagon! If you\u2019re looking for <a href=\"https:\/\/thehoneycombers.com\/hong-kong\/best-tv-shows-and-movies\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">something to binge watch<\/a> \u2013 from historical dramas to mysteries and rom-coms \u2013 you\u2019re in the right place. Here are our picks for the best Korean dramas to watch after Squid Game. (Don\u2019t worry, this list is spoiler-free!)<\/p>\n<h2>Welcome to the wonderful world of Korean dramas!<\/h2>\n<h3>1. My Name (2021)<\/h3>\n<p>Released only two weeks ago (on 15 October 2021), My Name has already captured the hearts of many around the world, nabbing the top rankings on Netflix. This series revolves around a woman\u2019s journey to avenge her father, who was murdered by a mysterious killer. Han So-hee, the famous South Korean actress who plays the role of the protagonist (called Yoon Ji-woo), has received high praise for her exceptional performance in <em>My Name<\/em>, as she was able to demonstrate a huge contrast from her previous role in the popular drama <em>The World of the Married<\/em> (2020). Say bye-bye to the evil, spoiled mistress \u2013 you\u2019ll be sure to fall for Han\u2019s bad-ass, heroic charms in <em>My Name<\/em>.<\/p>\n<p><em>Watch <\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.netflix.com\/title\/81011211\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\">My Name<\/a><em> on Netflix.<\/em><\/p>\n<h3>2. Signal (2016)<\/h3>\n<div class=\"video-wrapper\"><iframe title=\"Signal Trailer\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/RsdJLm7Swkw?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" class=\"lazyload\" data-load-mode=\"1\"><\/iframe><\/div>\n<p>Signal is one of our favourite procedural TV series of all time. Heart-wrenching may it be \u2013 since it\u2019s inspired by various <a href=\"https:\/\/thehoneycombers.com\/hong-kong\/most-infamous-criminal-cases-in-history\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">true crime cases<\/a> in South Korea \u2013 this drama has strong elements of suspense, criminal psychology, and touching moments\u2026 Even fantasy, too, as the plot is based on two policemen being able to communicate with each other via a walkie-talkie, despite them being 25 years apart in time. Join this duo and another detective as they investigate terrifying crimes, including the notorious real-life cases of Hwaseong Serial Murder and Miryang Gang Rape.<\/p>\n<p><em>Watch <\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.netflix.com\/watch\/80987079\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\">Signal<\/a><em> on Netflix.<\/em><\/p>\n<h3>3. Guardian: The Lonely and Great God (2016-2017)<\/h3>\n<div class=\"video-wrapper\"><iframe title=\"Goblin Season 1 | Trailer | iflix\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/6tOxnroOTWU?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" class=\"lazyload\" data-load-mode=\"1\"><\/iframe><\/div>\n<p>Do you recognise Gong Yoo \u2013 you know, the fella from the \u2018slapping game\u2019 at the train station in <em>Squid Game<\/em>? Here he is, starring as the protagonist in <em>Guardian: The Lonely and Great God<\/em>. While Gong\u2019s character in <em>Guardian<\/em>, Kim Shin, is a less sinister character compared to his role in the <em>Squid Game<\/em>, Kim is an immortal \u2018goblin\u2019 with a grievous past. As he seeks his Bride, who holds the key to end his eternal suffering, he has to witness his loved ones die as he lives on. With elements of fantasy, rom-com, deeper themes about life and death, and an amazing soundtrack, <em>Guardian<\/em> is certainly one of the best Korean dramas of all time.<\/p>\n<p><em>Watch <\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.netflix.com\/watch\/81012512\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\">Guardian: The Lonely and Great God<\/a><em> on Netflix.<\/em><\/p>\n<h3>4. My Love from the Star (2013-2014)<\/h3>\n<figure id=\"attachment_185541\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-185541\" style=\"width: 900px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-185541 lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2021\/11\/best-korean-dramas-my-love-from-the-star-900x643.jpeg\" alt=\"best korean drama my love from the star kim soo hyun jun ji hyun ahn jae hyun\" width=\"900\" height=\"643\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2021\/11\/best-korean-dramas-my-love-from-the-star-900x643.jpeg 900w, https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2021\/11\/best-korean-dramas-my-love-from-the-star-768x549.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2021\/11\/best-korean-dramas-my-love-from-the-star.jpeg 1400w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 900px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 900\/643;\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-185541\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"><em>My Love from the Star<\/em> features a star-studded cast (Image: Netflix)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>More fantastical plots incoming! This time, it\u2019s not about time travel, but about extra-terrestrials. Yep, the handsome Kim Soo-hyun from <em>It\u2019s Okay to Not Be Okay<\/em> (2020) plays an alien here. In addition to his dashing appearance are some extraordinary powers \u2013 think superhuman strength, teleportation\u2026 Oh, and did we mention his out-of-this-world good looks? Acting as his counterpart is Jun Ji-hyun, who rose to fame with her role in <em>My Sassy Girl<\/em> (2001), one of the highest grossing Korean comedies. Jun\u2019s character in <em>My Love from the Star<\/em> is also sassy, but she now exudes a more mature and elegant sort of charisma. And of course, her acting skills are matchless as always.<\/p>\n<p><em>Watch <\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.netflix.com\/watch\/80025074\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\">My Love from the Star<\/a><em> on Netflix.<\/em><\/p>\n<h3>5. Dae Jang Geum (2003)<\/h3>\n<figure id=\"attachment_185540\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-185540\" style=\"width: 900px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-185540 lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2021\/11\/best-korean-dramas-dae-jang-geum-900x643.jpeg\" alt=\"best korean historical period drama dae jang geum jewel in the palace\" width=\"900\" height=\"643\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2021\/11\/best-korean-dramas-dae-jang-geum-900x643.jpeg 900w, https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2021\/11\/best-korean-dramas-dae-jang-geum-768x549.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2021\/11\/best-korean-dramas-dae-jang-geum.jpeg 1400w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 900px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 900\/643;\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-185540\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Jang Geum was played by esteemed South Korean actress Lee Young-ae (Image: MBC via IMDb)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>If you grew up in Hong Kong, chances are you\u2019d recall Dae Jang Geum, one of the pioneering Korean dramas in the Hallyu wave. Also known as <em>Jewel in the Palace<\/em>\u00a0or <em>The Great Jang Geum<\/em>, this period drama was released back in 2003 and has over 50 episodes. That being said, this long series is well worth watching for its plot twists, cultural and historical references, as well as the immaculate acting from Lee Young-ae, Ji Jin-hee, and the supporting cast. Moreover, <em>Dae Jang Geum<\/em> is an inspiring drama as we see Jang Geum braving the odds to gain a position in power. Her personality and resilience will leave an impression on you.<\/p>\n<p><em>Watch <\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/programme.mytvsuper.com\/tc\/114763\/%E5%A4%A7%E9%95%B7%E4%BB%8A\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\">Dae Jang Geum<\/a><em> on myTV Super (Chinese subtitles only).<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Now that Halloween and all the dressing up is out of the way, we think it\u2019s fair to say that Squid Games is\u2026 kind of past its prime. 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