BEST KDRAMAS ON OTT OF 2024: WATCH ATYPICAL FAMILY, LOVELY RUNNER TO QUEEN OF TEARS ON NETFLIX, HOTSTAR, PRIME VIDEO, VIKI
Best KDramas On OTT Of 2024: If you haven't noticed, we're currently experiencing an OTT boom, particularly with the rise of K-dramas. Fans of Korean dramas are eagerly awaiting a new lineup of captivating releases. With a diverse array of genres and compelling narratives, the Korean entertainment industry remains a global sensation. From historical romances, crime thrillers, murders to zombie apocalypses, there's a Kdrama to suit every taste. With such a wide selection, deciding where to begin can be daunting, but don't worry! We've sorted through the top Kdramas available for streaming to help you kick off your viewing journey. Get your popcorns!
Queen of Tears (Netflix)
Created by Park Ji-eun, co-directed by Jang Young-woo ] and Kim Hee-won, it stars Kim Soo-hyun and Kim Ji-won. The show revolves around a married couple facing a crisis. It became the third highest-rated series in Korean cable television history for viewership ratings and the second highest in terms of viewer numbers. The series portrays the tumultuous crisis and miraculous rekindling of love between Hong Hae-in, a third-generation chaebol heiress of Queens Group, and Baek Hyun-woo, the son of farmers from Yongdu-ri, throughout their three-year marriage.
Lovely Runner (Viki)
Currently airing South Korean TV series featuring Byeon Woo-seok and Kim Hye-yoon. Based on the web novel 'Tomorrow's Best,' which was also adapted into a webtoon by illustrator Doong Doong. The series follows Im Sol, a dedicated fan of idol Ryu Sun-jae. Sol, once a promising film director whose aspirations were shattered by a paralysing accident, finds solace in Sun-jae's music. However, tragedy strikes again when Sun-jae dies in a tragic accident, leaving Sol devastated. Fate takes a turn when Sol wakes up in a classroom 15 years in the past, before both of their accidents. Seeing this as a divine opportunity, Sol resolves to alter their destinies for the better.
Chief Detective 1958 (Hotstar)
Written by Kim Young-shin, directed by Kim Sung-hoon, the series stars Lee Je-hoon, Lee Dong-hwi, Choi Woo-sung, and Yoon Hyun-soo. Serving as a prequel to 'Chief Inspector,' the show offers a retro crime investigation drama set in the 1950s to 1960s. The series follows Detective Park Yeong-han and his unique colleagues as they tackle corrupt power using common sense, rebirthing themselves as detectives for the people.
Parasyte: The Grey (Netflix)
Sci-fi horror series directed by Yeon Sang-ho, follows the battle against parasitic creatures invading and transforming humans. Starring Jeon So-nee, Koo Kyo-hwan, and Lee Jung-hyun, the show received positive reviews since its release on April 5, 2024. As society faces the threat of parasites, a group called The Grey, led by Choi Jun-kyung, works to protect humanity while maintaining secrecy. Supermarket cashier Jeong Su-in becomes entangled in the conflict, assisted by police officer Kim Chul-min and thug Seol Kang-woo, as they navigate a dangerous world of deception and infiltration.
The Atypical Family (Netflix)
The series featuring Jang Ki-yong, Chun Woo-hee, Go Doo-shim, and Claudia Kim. It debuted on JTBC on May 4, 2024, airing Saturdays and Sundays at 22:30 (KST). 'The Atypical Family' follows the story of Bok Gwi-joo and his family, endowed with superpower abilities, as they grapple with losing their powers due to a chronic illness. Their lives undergo a significant transformation when they intersect with Do Da-hae.
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