My all-time favorites
These are the shows that have blown my mind. I love these - whether for the story or the acting. Not ranked in any particular order though!
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1. Flower of Evil
Korean Drama - 2020, 16 episodes
Great storyline, acting and music. Honestly, I can hardly think of any flaw. If I had to recommend any kdrama to my friends, it would be this one. This was my second k-drama, and from then on I was hooked.
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2. Vincenzo
Korean Drama - 2021, 20 episodes
Tonally quite a mess. But it makes it work, especially a few episodes on. Absolutely loved it, from storyline to acting. Evil vs evil. It is very self-indulgent, but still, I loved it.
One thing that did bother me in the end is that they sometimes created last minute problems for the main character (often a gun in someone's face), but these were then resolved within 15 minutes of the next episode...
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3. Rato
Korean Drama - 2021, 20 episodes
I was addicted until the very last moment. Although some aspects are questionable, it remains a very memorable show - especially the acting by Lee seung gi
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4. Crônicas de Arthdal Parte 1
Korean Drama - 2019, 6 episodes
Great storyline (although a bit complex in the beginning), I'm eagerly awaiting the next season!
This story has gotten some criticism for being similar to game of thrones. 1) I've never watched game of thrones so I can't compare them myself. 2) Any fantasy series set in the past would get this criticism. 3) I've read that the story is quite different once you get into it, but again, I can't compare the two. What I can say is that I really liked it, so give it a shot if this is your thing
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5. Crônicas de Arthdal Parte 2
Korean Drama - 2019, 6 episodes
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6. Crônicas de Arthdal Parte 3
Korean Drama - 2019, 6 episodes
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7. O K2
Korean Drama - 2016, 16 episodes
Didn't love the main couple ( it was fine), but absolutely loved the main character Je Ha and his storyline. Great action shots. I did find the political scenes a bit boring sometimes though
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8. Descendentes do Sol
Korean Drama - 2016, 16 episodes
I really dislike romance without a plot. This show made me realise that I do like love stories if they're not the only thing going on. Packed with action and some humor, this is definitely a show to watch.
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9. W
Korean Drama - 2016, 16 episodes
Again, this is not just a romance story. Really interesting concept & story. Fantastic acting. Loved the main couple!
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10. Crash Landing on You
Korean Drama - 2019, 16 episodes
This one speaks for itself. What I liked about this and what made it truly unique was the North Korean setting
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11. Cidade Cruel
Korean Drama - 2013, 20 episodes
I'm a sucker for darker stories. But honestly, it was mostly the performance by the main lead that kept me really hooked, despite the story being well-written on its own.
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12. Life on Mars
Korean Drama - 2018, 16 episodes
Based on a similarly named UK show (which i've never seen). The uniqueness of the story made it stand-out where I would normally never give ordinary cop story lines a 9/10.
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13. O Leitor de Memórias
Korean Drama - 2020, 16 episodes
Storywise, really thrilling. kept me on the edge of my seat!
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14. Mate-o
Korean Drama - 2019, 12 episodes
I liked it because it is quite unique within Kdramas land - I haven't really found any other kdramas about hitmen. I think it is definitively underrated, but I do get why.
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15. Trem
Korean Drama - 2020, 12 episodes
Great storyline, great main character
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16. Duelo
Korean Drama - 2017, 16 episodes
Thrilling action series I absolutely loved.
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17. My Country: The New Age
Korean Drama - 2019, 16 episodes
Well written and acted, and I cried multiple times.
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18. O Que Houve Com a Secretária Kim?
Korean Drama - 2018, 16 episodes
Very entertaining, light hearted romance series for when you want some feel-good time
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19. Amantes da Lua
Korean Drama - 2016, 20 episodes
My introduction to kdramas. Deeply flawed, but also incredibly moving. I cried multiple times, which for me is enough reason to include it on this list
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20. Confissão
Korean Drama - 2019, 16 episodes
This is exactly what this type of drama is supposed to be: clean, well written and intriguing storyline without too much bells and whistles.
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21. Mr. Sunshine: Um Raio de Sol
Korean Drama - 2018, 24 episodes
very moving & interesting story
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22. Stranger
Korean Drama - 2017, 16 episodes
Great storyline, great acting
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23. Taxista
Korean Drama - 2021, 16 episodes
Original and action packed
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24. Amanhã a Gente se Vê
Korean Drama - 2017, 16 episodes
Refreshing and sweet
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25. Sinal
Korean Drama - 2016, 16 episodes
Very original. Enjoyed it a lot despite it not being my favourite type of drama
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26. Além do Mal
Korean Drama - 2021, 16 episodes
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27. A Justiça do Diabo
Korean Drama - 2021, 16 episodes
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28. Rainha Cheorin
Korean Drama - 2020, 20 episodes
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29. Máquina de Escrever Chicago
Korean Drama - 2017, 16 episodes
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30. Círculo
Korean Drama - 2017, 12 episodes
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31. O Palhaço Coroado
Korean Drama - 2019, 16 episodes