There is a special charm in the 2020 Korean dramas. The dramas that have already been released - and this is how the television series from South Korea are generically called - tell not only about the eternal themes of love and kindness. Viewers will be offered to watch news about political intrigue, police investigations, space adventures, about the struggle for power and even about the horrors tied to ancient epics.
I will come to you if the weather is good (Nalssiga joheumyeon chatagagesseoyo)
- Genre: melodrama
- Rating: KinoPoisk - 7.9, IMDb - 7.8
- Director: Han Ji-son
- The plot highlights a social problem - the difficult adaptation of the inhabitants of the province, moving to big cities.
The main character Mok Hae Won became a talented cellist and moved to live in Seoul. But, being distrustful of people since childhood, she could not make friends and fit into the fast paced rhythm of the capital. Therefore, the girl was forced to return back to the village. There she meets her classmate Im Eun Seob, who owns a small bookstore. Gradually, mutual feelings arise between them, and the life of the heroes changes for the better.
Kingdom (Kingdom) season 2
- Genre: Horror, Action
- Rating: KinoPoisk - 7.7, IMDb - 8.4
- Director: Kim Sung-hoon, Park In-jae
In the story, the transformation of the ruler of Joseon provoked the appearance of the undead. The heir to the throne is forced to enter into confrontation not only with her, but also with the greedy courtiers.
Having survived a devastating war, the subjects of the kingdom are faced with a new disaster. They are attacked by the undead. This is due to the unfolding struggle for the throne, which is waged by the royal adviser Cho and the crown prince Lee Chang. While trying to see his father, he falls into a trap and is accused of high treason. Lee Chang is forced to flee from the palace and goes in search of the doctor who was treating his father.
Itaewon class (Itaewon keullasseu)
- Genre: Drama
- Rating: KinoPoisk - 8.2, IMDb - 8.2
- Director: Kim Sung-yoon
- A dramatic story about a difficult guy who cannot be broken on the way to his goal by any difficulties or the death of loved ones.
A story worth watching tells the fate of the former convict Pak Seroi. He was expelled from school, he lost his father early. Trying to get out of financial problems, the main character opens a bar-restaurant in Itaewon. The manager Cho Iso and dedicated employees help him in this difficult matter. Together, they strive to achieve great heights in the restaurant business.
Love Landing (Sarangui bulsichak)
- Genre: melodrama
- Rating: KinoPoisk - 8.3, IMDb - 8.8
- Director: Lee Jong-hyo
- The storyline of the love story unfolds against the backdrop of a military confrontation between North and South Korea.
The wealthy heiress of the South Korean company, Yun Se Ri, is fond of paragliding. During the next jump, she is pulled in by a tornado and thrown into the territory of a neighboring state. There she is discovered by Ri Jung Hyuk, an officer in the North Korean army. He is forced to hide Se Ri, since comrades in arms may suffer, on whose duty there was an illegal crossing of the state border. And soon the main characters fall in love with each other.
King: Ruler of Eternity (Deo king: yeongwonui gunju)
- Genre: romance, fantasy
- Rating: KinoPoisk - 8.0, IMDb - 8.4
- Director: Baek Sang-hoon
- The plot reveals the world of two parallel universes, in which South Korea finds itself. One is a modern state, the other is a monarchy headed by a king.
If you want to watch some fantastic news, check out this series. The film is set today, where the heroine Jung Tae Eul works in the police. Her life changes dramatically when she meets Lee Gon, who claims to be the king of Korea in a different universe. The girl at first does not believe him, but gradually understands and recognizes his arguments. Together they have to close the door between the two worlds to protect their lives and the people they love.
Memorist (Memoriseuteu)
- Genre: detective, crime
- Rating: KinoPoisk - 7.7, IMDb - 7.6
- Director: Kim Hwi, Seo Jae Hyun, Oh Seung Yeol
- A story-driven story about a police detective investigating the most complicated cases. The enemies are trying in every possible way to complicate his life.
The main character Don Baek is included in the list of the best police detectives for a special gift - he can read the memory of other people. He does not hide this, and thanks to his abilities he easily finds criminals. But among his colleagues, he did not earn respect, because many consider him an upstart, so they plot and weave intrigues. Once he is entrusted with a case that sheds light on the mysterious past. And the investigation takes a completely different turn.
Romantic Doctor Kim Sa-boo (Nangmandakteo Kim Sa-boo) season 2
- Genre: Drama, Romance
- Rating: KinoPoisk - 8.0, IMDb - 8.2
- Director: Yoo In-shik, Park Soo-jin
- Continuation of the story about the work of medical institutions. The real-life examples of different specialists reveal the meaning of the doctor's profession.
In the first season, the famous surgeon Bu Yong Joo just disappeared one day. As it turned out later, he decided to become a teacher. Other heroes came to the profession to defeat someone or to spite everyone to gain recognition. They also had to understand their attitude to their chosen profession. In the second season, we will talk about the heart surgeon Cha Eun Jae - a talented girl who will have to radically rethink her choice under the supervision of an experienced mentor.
Married life (Bubuui segye)
- Genre: Drama
- Rating: KinoPoisk - 8.3, IMDb - 8.2
- Director: Mo Wan-il
- Based on the plot of the British TV series "Doctor Foster". For a married couple, a calm and measured life is destroyed after the betrayal of a spouse.
Heroine Ji Sung Woo is a family doctor and is respected at work. She is married to Lee Tae Oh who works in the entertainment industry. Together they are an exemplary family, loving spouses build a successful career and raise a son. But one day, a husband who dreams of becoming a famous director starts an affair on the side. From that moment on, everything in life goes awry.
I'm crazy and that's okay (Saikojiman gwaenchanha)
- Genre: Drama, Romance
- Rating: IMDb - 9.2
- Director: Park Shin-woo
- The plot is based on the destruction of stereotypes about love. The main characters have never experienced it, but, having learned, they abruptly change their fate.
The main character Moon Kang Tae works as a doctor in a mental hospital and cares for an older brother suffering from autism. After seeing patients, he begins to deny love. One day he meets Go Moon Young, a popular writer of children's stories. In the process of communication, she talks about children's grievances and peer bullying. Soon the heroine, who does not know love, and the hero who denies it, are imbued with mutual sympathy for each other.
I fell in love with a hologram (Na hollo geudae)
- Genre: romance, fantasy
- Rating: KinoPoisk - 7.3, IMDb - 7.6
- Director: Lee Sang Yup
- A story about a lonely woman who falls in love with a holographic character. Unlike living peers, "Holo" is always by her side.
The main character, Han Seo Young, works for an eyewear company and suffers from a rare disease of prosopagnosia - she cannot remember the faces of others. One day a holographic assistant "Holo" appears at her workplace. Aloof from people due to her illness, Han Seo Young quickly finds a common language with him and even falls in love. Trying to find out the details of its manufacture, he learns about the prototype - Go Nan Do, the former owner of an IT research company.
Forest (Poreseuteu)
- Genre: detective, melodrama
- Rating: KinoPoisk - 7.6, IMDb - 7.4
- Director: Oh John-nok
- Among the 2020 Korean dramas that are already out, this one should be highlighted. Viewers are invited to watch a novelty about the search for love as a way to get away from tormenting doubts and anxieties.
The main character, Kang Sanghyuk, has been a lifeguard for many years. But he remembers absolutely nothing about his childhood, although he makes a lot of efforts for this. One day, in a forest called Mireong, a girl named Jung Yong Jae finds herself in trouble both in her personal and professional fields. Of course, the heroes meet and find the missing qualities in each other. The rescuer hopes that she will decorate his life and make him calmer, and the girl sees in him an intelligent and strong chosen one.
Say what you saw (Bondaero malhara)
- Genre: thriller, detective
- Rating: IMDb - 7.6
- Director: Han Ki-hyung, Ko Yeon-jae
- The plot tells about a police detective investigating the most brutal crimes. Having survived the loss, he returns to work again.
The main character Oh Hyun Jae has been capturing insane maniacs for a long time. But once one of them killed his wife. To cope with depression, the hero is transferred to work in the province. There he meets the local police officer Su Yong Cha, endowed with a rare natural gift - an amazing memory. The girl remembers everything she saw. Soon they are assigned to investigate a strange case. All evidence leads to the culprit, who is presumed dead.
Elective (Ingansuoep)
- Genre: Drama, Crime
- Rating: IMDb - 7.7
- Director: Kim Jin-min
- The story is about a high school student trying to earn money to study in a criminal way. And when the cherished goal is almost achieved, the unexpected happens.
A modest excellent student, orphan Chi-su, is forced to earn not only a living, but also to pay for tutors in order to enter the university. Unfortunately, his honest part-time jobs are not enough, so he decides to take up criminal activities. By creating a mobile app for sex services, he quickly manages to earn 60 million won. But suddenly a classmate from a wealthy family finds out about his occupation.
Welcome (Eoseowa)
- Genre: romance, comedy
- Rating: IMDb - 7.4
- Director: Chi Byung-hyung
- The storyline is about the tender feelings of love that the main characters have for each other.
The most popular romance dramas about youthful love will be complemented by this romantic drama. Lonely girl Kim Seol Ah decides to get herself a cat. But the cat she brought home is not quite ordinary - he knows how to turn into a human. This is how the cute guy Hong Jo appears in the heroine's life. He becomes more and more attached to her, helping to solve life situations. Ultimately, he wishes to remain human forever.
Bar on Wheels (Ssanggappocha)
- Genre: Fantasy, Comedy
- Rating: KinoPoisk - 8.1, IMDb - 7.9
- Director: Jung Chang-geun
- The series tells about an unusual bar. While working, visitors from the world of the living and the world of the dead meet there.
The mysterious Twin bar appears in one city. On an ordinary day, he cannot be found, he materializes only at midnight and works until dawn. Its hostess Wol Zhu is glad to any guest and is ready to chat with every visitor. Only not all of them are inhabitants of this world, some clients have long been dead. One day, a supermarket employee from the customer service department named Han Kang Bae appears at the bar. And the situation is changing dramatically.
Rugal
- Genre: Action, Crime
- Rating: IMDb - 6.4
- Director: Kang Chor-woo
- The plot tells the story of the work of a police officer who has received new superpowers. His main goal is to find the criminals who killed his relatives.
Police officer Kang Ki Bom is involved in the operation to eliminate the criminal organization Argos. But it ends tragically - criminals kill his family, and he himself loses his sight. Thanks to modern biotechnology, he is transplanted with artificial eyes and accepted into the Rugal special team. New vision increases the possibilities, and the hero again enters into a duel against organized crime in order to find its leader named Hwang Duk Gu.
Game below zero (Deo geim: 0sireul hyanghayeo)
- Genre: detective, crime
- Rating: KinoPoisk - 7.2, IMDb - 7.5
- Director: Jang Joon-ho
- The series is dedicated to the work of a whole team of experts with superpowers, engaged in the investigation of a series of unsolved crimes.
The main character, Kim Tae Byung, has everything in life - he's rich and smart. Fate endowed him with a special gift: by looking into the eyes of any person, he can see the last moments of his life. Trying to find the use of his abilities, the hero meets the forensic expert Gu Do Kyung. He has a reputation as a detective who unravels any case. They are later joined by Seo Joon Young, who suffered severe mental trauma as a child. The new team takes on the most difficult cases.
365: Year of Victory Over Fate (365: unmyeongeul geoseureuneun 1nyeon)
- Genre: sci-fi, thriller
- Rating: IMDb - 7.9
- Director: Kim Kyung-hee
- The most anticipated sci-fi thriller tells the story of an unusual opportunity to change your life, going back 365 days.
The action of the series shows the lives of 10 people who managed to find themselves in the past in order to try to change their destiny. Two of them are trying not only to change themselves, but also to interfere with their rival. This is Shin Ga Hyun the killer and Ji Hyun Joo the detective from the Violent Crime Unit. The policeman agreed to the "reset" after realizing that he no longer liked the job. So, someone had a hand in this.
Method (Bangbeop)
- Genre: detective, thriller
- Rating: IMDb - 7.6
- Director: Kim Yong-wan
- The mystical plot reveals the inside of the largest IT company called "Forest". Two brave girls are trying to publicize the truth about her.
The main character of the series, Im Jin Hee, works as a reporter. She suspects the country's largest IT company of dishonest business practices. In order to obtain evidence, she enlists Baek So Jin, who has superhuman powers, to investigate. Soon, the girls manage to find out that the company's management practices shamanism and communicates with otherworldly forces and spirits.
Selection: War of Women (Gantaek - yeoindeului jeonjaeng)
- Genre: Drama, History
- Rating: IMDb - 8.0
- Director: Kim Jong-min
- The plot tells about the struggle of the pretenders who dream of marrying the king. The most sophisticated methods are used.
King Joseon's own grandmother thinks it's time to choose a bride for him. For this, the bride-show is announced, at which the king himself is present. He had a crush on Kang Eun Gi since childhood, so he did everything he could to get her to attend the event. And when he saw her again, he, of course, chose her as his bride. But during a solemn wedding ceremony, right on the city street, the royal retinue is attacked.
9900 million woman (99eokui yeoja)
- Genre: Drama, Thriller
- Rating: IMDb - 7.3
- Director: Kim Young-jo
- The storyline demonstrates changes in the psychology of a person who has become the owner of a huge fortune. For the second hero, the death of his brother becomes the catalyst for change.
A simple girl, Jung Sung Young, has been humiliated by her tyrant father since childhood. As an adult, she runs away from home and begins to build her life. A caring man helps her in this. All of a sudden, the girl is winning 9.9 billion won. The second character in the drama is former detective Kang Tae Woo, who lost his job due to collusion. His younger brother tragically dies. Trying to find out the truth about the tragedy, he meets the main character. This meeting changes the lives of both.
Part-time seller (Pyeonuijeom saetbyeoli)
- Genre: romance, comedy
- Rating: IMDb - 8.2
- Director: Lee Myung-woo
- The plot is built on relationships from the past, which will play a big role in the lives of the characters.
The main character, Choi Dae Hyun, works as a manager in a large company. In the circle of his acquaintances there are several high school girls. Sometimes, at their request, he buys them cigarettes. And when he had to quit, he decided to open a convenience store. After announcing the hiring of a night salesperson, he again meets one of the girls named Jung Set Byul. Without thinking twice, he takes her part-time salesman.
My baby (O mai beibi)
- Genre: romance, comedy
- Rating: IMDb - 7.6
- Director: Nam Gi-hoon
- The series touches upon the acute social problem of abandoning relationships in favor of a career.
Another awesome 2020 Korean drama that has just been released follows the life of Jang Ha Ri dreaming of having a baby. Viewers will be offered to look at the problem through the eyes of the editor of a children's magazine that publishes new baby food and tips for caring for babies.The heroine's problem is that for the past 10 years she has not been in a relationship with anyone and is not going to do it. She only needs a candidate willing to play the role of an unnamed father.