5 K-Dramas & Films Quietly Released on Netflix Recently That You Must Watch!

Around the time of the release of Netflix's biggest show, Squid Game 3, and the surprise animation movie hit, Kpop Demon Hunters, Netflix quietly dropped some of the best Korean content from its roster. These films and dramas are not only a testament to South Korea's brilliant technical prowess, incredible storytelling and talent, waiting to explode globally.

These films and series were released with little to no promotion and fanfare, relying solely on the script and piggybacking on the talent of their actors, while offering fans a further glimpse into the phenomenal artistry that South Korea is capable of. Here are five must-watch K-dramas and films that are a must-watch!

1. Karma

   
   

Karma, boasts an incredible cast, featuring Shin Min-a, Park Hae-soo, Lee Kwang-soo, Lee Hee-joon, Kim Sung-kyun, and Gong Seung-yeon, which dropped quietly on Netflix in April this year. Karma is based on the Kakao webtoon of the same name. The series is centered around the lives of six individuals, whose lives are interconnected due to dark and tragic events that have occurred in their past, and how karma is acting swiftly, affecting their lives one by one, much like a domino effect. Each stakeholder will now do anything to save themselves, even if it means destroying the lives of those around them. Think of this like Squid Game minus the theatrics. This is your cue: go watch Karma on Netflix now.

2. Our Unwritten Seoul

'Twin sisters and one life-changing event' has a classic, go-to premise in many K-dramas. While a lot of others have been about two twin sisters fighting over a shared love interest, Our Unwritten Seoul, starring Park Jin-young as Lee Ho-soo and Park Bo-young in a double role as Yoo Mi-ji, a promising athlete whose sports career is cut short due to an injury and stays with their grandmother working odd jobs and the older sister, Yoo Mi-rae who is working in a hectic corporate setup. Their seemingly regular lives take a turn when the twin sisters decide to swap places and experience what it is like to be in each other's shoes. Soulful and poignant, Park Bo-young delivers one of her finest performances in recent times. If you want a good cry, Our Unwritten Seoul is for you.

3. Mercy For None

Korean creators excel at action, noir, and revenge thrillers, and their latest series, Mercy For None, is a masterclass in acting, production, and writing. Nam Gi-hun (So Ji-sub), a former enforcer for the Joowoon organization, bids farewell to his criminal past and attempts to forge peace with the rival Yakuza. However, he is forced back into the underworld to avenge the brutal murder of his younger brother, Nam Gi-seok (Lee Joon-hyuk). Mercy For None is an edge-of-your-seat, tightly written thriller, one of the finest examples of the genre. Don’t miss this drama.

4. Wall to Wall

The only film on the list, Wall to Wall, is a gripping mystery-thriller starring Kang Ha-neul as Noh Woo-sung, a man who finally secures his dream apartment - only for it to unravel into a nightmare plagued by strange, unexplained noises and a financial meltdown. As Woo-sung digs deeper to get to the heart of the mystery, he discovers he’s just a pawn in a much larger and deadlier scheme. Will he make it out unscathed? Wall to Wall is an engrossing, nail-biting thriller, with Kang Ha-neul delivering a standout performance in a tense, layered role.

5. Trigger

   
   
   
   

   Korean creators are known for taking bold concepts and turning them completely on their head, and Trigger is no exception. Set in a fictionalized South Korea where gun possession is legal, the story explores what happens when a sudden surge in illegal firearms threatens national security. At the center of the chaos are two men: an honest, duty-bound cop and a shrewd arms dealer with his hidden agenda. As their paths collide, the stakes soar - can they stop the growing menace before it’s too late?

   
   

   Kim Nam-gil shines as a former military sniper turned principled detective, while Kim Young-kwang delivers a gripping performance as a cunning arms dealer. Packed into ten explosive episodes, this high-octane action thriller promises suspense, tension, and standout performances.

Which of these K-dramas is next on your watchlist? Let us know in the comments below.

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