My favourite dramas
These are the dramas I liked the most for different reasons.
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1. Alquimia das Almas
Korean Drama - 2022, 20 episodes
This is my favourite drama. I love both seasons. Season 1 has great humour and a great storyline, while season 2 has great chemistry between the main actors. I give a shoutout to the crown prince and his turtle!
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2. Melancia Cintilante
Korean Drama - 2023, 16 episodes
This drama brought me pure joy and has a "Back to the future"-vibe that was very welcome. I loved the story, especially the father-son-relationship and the lovestory of the parents. The music was great too.
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3. Adorável Corredora
Korean Drama - 2024, 16 episodes
I love both actors in their roles and the whole dynamic of their relationship. The story was a rollercoaster-ride. I would have liked more background for the thriller-aspect of the show but the lovestory was one of the cutest I´ve seen. Music was great in this one.
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4. Papel de Rainha
Korean Drama - 2022, 16 episodes
This was the best historical show I´ve seen so far. What a great female cast, especially the queen and the queenmother! The cinematography was breathtaking. I could tell the many crown princes apart. Moon Sang Min was my favourite.
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5. The Double
Chinese Drama - 2024, 40 episodes
Although a bit overdramatic in certain parts, this story keeps the suspense up the whole time.The female characters are amazing because they are rather black nor white, have strong determination and their own goals to achieve. The lead couple has amazing chemistry, great dialogies and a very healthy relationship that builds over time. It´s one of these dramas you can watch multiple times. Also the cinematography is excellent. A must-watch!
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6. Vincenzo
Korean Drama - 2021, 20 episodes
A great story, sometimes dark, sometimes funny! Loved the main leads! I also loved Kwak Dong Yeons performance as villain. Also all the inhabitants of Vincenzos building were hilarious.
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7. Curador
Korean Drama - 2014, 20 episodes
Ji Chang Wook is my favourite south korean actor and this is his best drama. It has it all - a great story, a cute lovestory, action, fun and a good soundtrack. It also features Kim Mi Kyung in her best role.
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8. Extraordinária Você
Korean Drama - 2019, 32 episodes
It features many of my favourite actors in their earliest roles. I loved the "Boys over flowers"-references and the meta-references to dramas in general. Lee Jae Wook is my favourite young south korean actor. He shines with his portrayal of this complicated character. I also adore the main leads.
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9. Amor Eterno
Chinese Drama - 2020, 28 episodes
I loved the leads in this coming-of-age drama! You accompany them into adulthood and cry and laugh with them. I´ve never seen more natural acting in a drama.
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10. A Fada do Levantamento de Peso, Kim Bok Joo
Korean Drama - 2016, 16 episodes
The best south korean coming-of-age drama! It has one of the cutest couples in kdramaland!
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11. Vinte e Cinco, Vinte e Um
Korean Drama - 2022, 16 episodes
Another excellent coming-of-age drama. The ending made it even more nostalgic and quite realistic. All good things come to an end. The soundtrack is one of the best OST.
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12. Moving
Korean Drama - 2023, 20 episodes
A fantastic drama that spawns maby different genres as it goes on. The cast is stellar. But the children's story was the one that was at the heart of it. A milestone in kdramaland that deserves all the praise it got.
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13. Mulher Forte, Do Bong Soon
Korean Drama - 2017, 16 episodes
I love the main leads and their chemistry! This made me laugh so hard!
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14. The Sand Flower
Korean Drama - 2023, 12 episodes
One of the most realistic dramas. The leads are amazing.
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15. Apenas Entre Apaixonados
Korean Drama - 2017, 16 episodes
The storyline was really heartbreaking and well acted. Lee Jun Ho was fantastic in this.
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16. Dali e o Príncipe Arrogante
Korean Drama - 2021, 16 episodes
Perfect mixture of comedy, romance and thriller. The lead couple is one of the best in dramaland. The cinematography is excellent. a must-watch.
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17. Cachorro Louco
Korean Drama - 2017, 16 episodes
I love everything about this drama. It combines suspense, action, bromance, comedy and a little romance with a great plot that never slows down and great acting from everyone.
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18. Vestido Com Mangas Vermelhas
Korean Drama - 2021, 17 episodes
"The red sleeve" is my second fave historical kdrama. I think the cinematography is exceptional and the acting is great from everyone. Lee Junho gives the performance of a lifetime. I wish the ending would be happy instead of bittersweet but they gave the best ending they could regarding the real life events this is based on.
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19. Suspicious Partner
Korean Drama - 2017, 40 episodes
I love the bickering main couple and the villain was one of the best! Also couldn´t stop laughing at Ji Chang Wooks rants during his business meetings.
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20. Navillera
Korean Drama - 2021, 12 episodes
This one brought me to tears! Song Kang in his best role yet.
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21. Meu Colega de Quarto é um Gumiho
Korean Drama - 2021, 16 episodes
One of the funniest south korean fantasy dramas. Loved all the leads.
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22. Happiness
Korean Drama - 2021, 12 episodes
This is less convoluted than "Sweet home" with a similar premise. I love the main actors in this.
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23. Mordomo de 100 Wons
Korean Drama - 2022, 16 episodes
I loved the story which had a good amount of humour but also heartbreak and tears. The leads had great chemistry and acted very well. I also loved the side characters - especially the uncles.
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24. Uma Noite de Primavera
Korean Drama - 2019, 32 episodes
Despite playing the same (great) Racheal Yamagata-songs over and over, I loved this for its clever plot and realistic approach. I also loved the lead actors and the supporting cast. I think this one is a little bit better than the almost equally great "Something in the rain". But the female lead is stronger and here you won´t find a mother that gives you secondary trauma;-)
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25. Nosso Eterno Verão
Korean Drama - 2021, 16 episodes
Just sweet and great acting!
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26. Quando Voo em sua Direção
Chinese Drama - 2023, 24 episodes
Super cute coming-of-age story with very little angst and a very healthy relationship between the two main couples. Loved all five of the friends. Each one gets his/her spotlight in this.
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27. Estrela Cadente
Korean Drama - 2022, 16 episodes
This one made me laugh for hours. Kim Young Dae is fabulous in this role!
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28. O Jogo da Morte
Korean Drama - 2023, 4 episodes
I loved the concept of the show. The acting was amazing. A very important message was provided. And what a great cast!
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29. Eu Não Sou um Robô
Korean Drama - 2017, 32 episodes
The story may sound strange but the drama works. It has a great cast and the main couple has great chemistry.
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30. Beleza Verdadeira
Korean Drama - 2020, 16 episodes
The premise is a bit nonsensical... I mean, the leading actress is beautiful without make-up as well. But despite that, this is quite entertaining. I loved the second couple with their roles reversed!