Must-watch Korean Dramas on Netflix (Popular in the U.S.)

Must-watch Korean Dramas on Netflix

Top Korean dramas on Netflix that resonate strongly with American audiences—from gripping thrillers to heartwarming romances:

✅ Must-watch Korean Dramas on Netflix (Popular in the U.S.)

Squid Game (2021–present)

Netflix’s most-watched show ever with 1.65 billion+ hours viewed.
Intense survival thriller, massive cultural impact (Halloween costumes, memes, etc.)

Hometown Cha‑Cha‑Cha (2021)

Romantic comedy set in a scenic seaside village.
Stayed in Netflix’s Top 10 non-English shows for over 16 weeks.

Crash Landing on You (2019–20)

Cross-border, star-crossed romance between a South Korean heiress and North Korean officer.
Listed among Netflix’s top Korean dramas by Time and Forbes; clicked by millions.

The Glory (2022–23)

Dark revenge drama focused on bullying and long-term trauma.
Ranked top 5 among non-English Netflix shows—over 437 million hours viewed in its first 28 days.

Extraordinary Attorney Woo (2022)

Legal drama featuring a brilliant autistic lawyer.
A breakout hit, sparking American interest and potential remakes.

All of Us Are Dead (2022)

Zombie-apocalypse horror set in a high school.
One of the most-watched non-English series ever with 474 million+ hours in first 30 days.

Kingdom (2019–present)

Historical zombie-thriller set in the Joseon Dynasty.
One of the earliest and most acclaimed Korean Netflix originals.

Our Blues (2022)

Ensemble, slice-of-life drama set on Jeju Island.
Heartfelt stories with emotional realism; featured by Time.

🎯 What Should You Watch First?

New to K-dramas? 

Start with Squid Game (for thriller lovers) or Crash Landing on You (for romance enthusiasts).

Prefer something uplifting? 

Try Hometown Cha‑Cha‑Cha or Extraordinary Attorney Woo.

Into horror or dark themes? 

Go for All of Us Are Dead, Kingdom, or The Glory.