As the year slowly ends, a list of the best Netflix Korean Dramas of 2022 is precisely what we all want to get a replay of our favourites in one place! So here’s a list of the best from this year that will have you look back to the spectacular year that we have had.
15 Best Netflix Korean Dramas of 2022
Business Proposal
Starting this list is a heart-stealer drama that has really got us swooning over it with just 12 episodes! The Kdrama based on a webtoon brings the story of Shin Ha-ri who disguises herself as her friend and shows up at a blind date only to be given the shock of her life when she sees her CEO in front of her.
Directed by Park Seon-ho, the drama stars Ahn Hyo-seop, Kim Se-jeong, Kim Min-kyu, Seol In-ah, and Lee Deok-hwa alongside other cast members.
Watch Business Proposal on Netflix.
Juvenile Justice
Next, we have is a courtroom drama that comes with a gripping plot that we haven’t been able to escape from. The show brings the story of an elite judge who faces the challenge of balancing her hatred for juvenile delinquents and bringing justice to all.
Directed by Hong Jong-chan, the drama stars Kim Hye-soo, Kim Mu-yeol, Lee Sung-min, Lee Jung-eun, and Park Ji-yeon alongside other actors.
Watch Juvenile Justice on Netflix.
Under the Queen’s Umbrella
This year has definitely brought some good historical dramas to us and among them is Under the Queen’s Umbrella which stole our hearts with the spirited queen Im Hwa-ryeong. The 16 episodes Kdrama brought us a satisfying ending and a story that is still etched in our minds.
Directed by Kim Hyung-shik, the drama stars Kim Hye-soo, Kim Hae-sook, Choi Won-young, Moon Sang-min, and Bae In-hyuk, alongside other cast members.
Watch Under the Queen’s Umbrella on Netflix.
Alchemy of Souls
The fantasy drama that has become the must-watch show this year, Alchemy of Souls has brought a number of emotions to us with a spectacular season 1 and a season 2 that brings us all the answers we need. This drama is definitely a winner this year and a show that cannot be missed.
Directed by Park Joon-hwa and starring Lee Jae-wook, Go Yoon-jung, Hwang Min-hyun, Shin Seung-ho, Yoo Jun-sang, Oh Na-ra and Jo Jae-yoon, alongside other cast members.
Watch Alchemy of Souls on Netflix.
Little Women
With 6 weeks of neverending thrill and revelations, Little Women brought us an experience that remains unforgettable even today. With a wonderful plot, tension-inducing chemistry and a very teasing ending, this show cannot be left out this list.
Directed by Kim Hee-won, the drama stars Kim Go-eun, Nam Ji-hyun, Park Ji-hoo, Wi Ha-joon, alongside other cast members.
Watch Little Women on Netflix.
Extraordinary Attorney Woo
Surrounded by heavy plots filled with thrill, suspense, injustice and more, Extraordinary Attorney Woo was a light at the end of the tunnel that opens to a world filled with flowers, rainbows and more. This extremely healing drama that comes with a sense of fulfilment is the go-to when you need that smile.
Directed by Yoo In-shik and written by Moon Ji-won, starring Park Eun-bin, Kang Tae-oh, Kang Ki-young, Baek Ji-won, alongside other cast members.
Watch Extraordinary Attorney Woo on Netflix.
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Narco Saints
While there have many crime thrillers this year, Narco Saints is one that tops the list with a drug war and mind games that we could not miss. Bringing a citizen to a secret operation of the National Intelligence Service and pushing him right into the middle of a drug empire may not always be a good idea.
Directed by Yoon Jong Bin, the series stars Ha Jung-woo, Hwang Jung-min, Park Hae-soo, Yoo Yeon-seok alongside other cast members.
Watch Narco Saints on Netflix.
Our Blues
The beautiful stories of different people brought together in this drama have to be among the best watches this year, and with an OST just as beautiful, there is no doubt that Our Blues has made its way into our hearts. Showing the ups and downs faced by people in the many types of love stories, this drama brings a beautiful shade of blue.
Directed by Kim Kyu-tae and features Lee Byung-hun, Shin Min-a, Cha Seung-won, Lee Jung-eun, Han Ji-min, Kim Woo-bin, and Uhm Jung-hwa alongside other cast members.
Watch Our Blues on Netflix.
Twenty Five Twenty One
Twenty Five Twenty One is the drama that every single person has heard and it doesn’t matter if you have watched the show or not. This beloved show that came with an unforgettable ending brings the story of dreamers who pursue their ambitions in times when they seem out of reach.
Directed by Jung Ji-hyun the drama stars Kim Tae-ri, Nam Joo-hyuk, Bona and Lee Joo-myung, alongside other cast members.
Watch Twenty Five Twenty One on Netflix.
Tomorrow
Bringing grim reapers to 2022, Tomorrow brings a mix of love, comedy, and heartbreak along with chemistry that brings up the tension in the room. The unexpected friendship that the protagonist forms while being stuck between the living and dead exceed our expectations, while some heartbreaking stories will need you to prepare those tissues.
Directed by Kim Tae-yoon and Sung Chi-wook the drama stars Rowoon, Kim Hee-seon, Lee Soo-hyuk, and Yun Ji-on, alongside other cast members.
Watch Tomorrow on Netflix.
My Liberation Notes
My Liberation Notes brought comfort right to us in the form of a realistic drama that we are unable to forget. As the story of the Yeom siblings seeps into our hearts, the drama shines a ray of hope into our hearts while bringing various kinds of emotions out of us all.
Directed by Kim Seo-yoon, the drama stars Kim Ji-won, Son Suk-ku, Lee Min-ki and Lee El and other cast members.
Watch My Liberation Notes on Netflix.
All Of Us Are Dead
Horror has been among the most beloved genres and 2022 could not miss out on this as All Of Us Are Dead made its way with a zombie show that got all horror lover cheering. Bringing the fight or becoming a zombie situation to high-schoolers, this show has definitely been a favourite this year.
Directed by Lee Jae-gyoo, the drama stars Park Ji-hoo, Yoon Chan-young, Lee Yoo-mi and Cho Yi-hyun, alongside other cast members.
Watch All Of Us Are Dead on Netflix.
Somebody
While the show prior scared us with zombies, Somebody brought the right amount of spook and thrill with its psychotic love story of two people who shouldn’t be messed with. The dating app murder mystery was a delight to watch as it brought us to the edge of our seats.
Directed by Jung Ji-woo, the drama stars Kim Young-kwang, Kang Hae-lim, Kim Yong-ji, and Kim Soo-yeon, alongside other cast members.
Watch Somebody on Netflix.
A Model Family
Crime thrillers with drug cartels cannot just have one show on this list and A Model Family is the show that will show you another side of desperation that brings it to this list. Bringing the story of a family on the verge of separation who gets involved in a drug game, this is a show that is not to be missed.
Directed by Kim Ji-won, the drama stars Jung Woo, Park Hee-soon, Yoon Jin-seo, Park Ji-yeon, alongside other cast members.
Watch A Model Family on Netflix.
Shooting Stars
Last on this list is the unforgettable rom-com that brings the enemies to lovers plot with a satisfying ending that we have all loved. And accompanying this is a cast that cannot be missed as the contradicting feelings of a PR executive brings us the best of entertainment.
Directed by Lee Soo-hyun, the drama stars Lee Sung-kyung, Kim Young-dae, Yoon Jong-hoon, Kim Yoon-hye, Park So-jin and Lee Jung-shin, alongside other cast members.
Watch Shooting Stars on Netflix.
Which has been your favourite Kdrama this year? Let us know in the comments below!
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