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Top 7 Korean Movies To Watch This Christmas and Winter Holiday

Still from the movie Tune in for Love (Credits: Netflix)
Still from the movie Tune in for Love (Credits: Netflix)

If you're looking for something soft, emotional, and comforting to watch this Christmas, Korean romance films are ideal. These movies are calm, heartfelt, and often set against winter scenery, featuring second chances and quiet love stories.


Grab a blanket, make some hot chocolate, and enjoy these cozy Korean movies that feel like a warm hug.


1. Moonlit Winter (2019)


Moonlit Winter (Credits: Little Big Pictures)
Moonlit Winter (Credits: Little Big Pictures)

Yoon-hee (Kim Hee-ae) lives a quiet life as a single mother until she receives a mysterious letter from someone in Hokkaido, Japan. Her daughter discovers the letter and secretly plans a trip so her mother can finally face a long-buried first love. With snowy scenery, soft emotions, and a calm pace, this film is perfect for winter nights.



2. Tune in for Love (2019)


Tune in for Love (Credits: Movie Rock)
Tune in for Love (Credits: Movie Rock)

Mi-soo (Kim Go-eun) and Hyun-woo (Jung Hae-in) first meet while working at a small bakery during the late 1990s. Their paths keep crossing over the years, but timing and life struggles constantly pull them apart. The movie beautifully captures the feeling of longing, fate, and gentle romance.



3. Be With You (2018)


Be With You (Credits: Lotte Entertainment) 
Be With You (Credits: Lotte Entertainment) 

After losing his wife, Soo-ah (Son Ye-jin), Woo-jin (So Ji-sub) struggles to raise their son alone. One rainy day, Soo Ah mysteriously returns, but she has no memory of her past life. As they slowly reconnect, the family gets one last chance at happiness, even as they know it cannot last forever.


  • Released: 2018

  • Runtime: 132 minutes

  • Cast: So Ji-sub, Son Ye-jin

  • Streaming Platform: Netflix, Prime Video


4. A Year-End Medley (2021)


A Year-End Medley (Credits: CJ Entertainment)
A Year-End Medley (Credits: CJ Entertainment)

Set in a luxury hotel during the holiday season, this movie follows several people whose lives and romances gently overlap. From first love to second chances and unexpected meetings, every story feels sweet, hopeful, and festive. It has the perfect Christmas atmosphere.


5. Josee (2020)


Josee (Credits: Vol Media / Warner Bros. Pictures)
Josee (Credits: Vol Media / Warner Bros. Pictures)

Young-seok (Nam Joo-hyuk) meets Josee (Han Ji-min), a quiet woman who rarely leaves home and lives deep inside her own world. As they slowly grow closer, their relationship becomes tender but fragile. This is a bittersweet romance with beautiful cinematography and emotional storytelling.


6. On Your Wedding Day (2018)


On Your Wedding Day (Credits: Filmmaker R&K)
On Your Wedding Day (Credits: Filmmaker R&K)

Woo-yeon (Kim Young-kwang) falls in love at first sight with Seung-hee (Park Bo-young) during high school. Over the years, their relationship shifts between friendship, love, and heartbreak. This film feels nostalgic and real, reminding you of the one love you never forget.



7. New Year Blues (2024)


New Year Blues (Credits: Soofilm / Acemaker Movieworks)
New Year Blues (Credits: Soofilm / Acemaker Movieworks)

Five intersecting couples each face love, heartbreak, and new beginnings during the New Year holiday season. From airport farewells to snowy city nights, this heartwarming film explores love’s ups and downs with humor and sincerity. It’s an uplifting watch that perfectly captures the bittersweet feeling of closing one year and starting a new one.



Final Thoughts


These Korean movies are perfect for anyone who wants something emotional, healing, and cozy to watch during Christmas. They are soft, slow, and filled with beautiful winter moments, making them ideal for a peaceful holiday binge.


Which movie from this list will you watch first? Or do you have another cozy Korean film you love? Tell us in the comments!


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