In the horror genre, supernatural villains hold a special place. You can fight a person (or at least try to), but you can't fight an intangible demon or ghost, which is what makes these antagonists so terrifying. On top of that, the genre allows filmmakers to delve into the mythology and deeper symbolism of our phobias and beliefs, as well as some extremely creative character design. The supernatural monsters almost always beat the human villains in the aesthetics department. 1 If you love the genre, here are seven K-dramas that are right up your alley.Island (2022-2023) IMDb rating: 6.9/10 Where to stream: Prime Video On Jeju Island, a schoolteacher, an immortal demon hunter, and a priest join forces against malevolent spirits that haunt the community. With a touch of gothic ambiance and mystical plotlines, the drama unfolds across two seasons.Priest (2018) IMDb rating: 7.0/10 Where to stream: Netflix, Prime Video, iQIYI A former doctor, now a priest, teams up with a colleague and an emergency room doctor to exorcise a hospital patient possessed by an evil entity. The mission is complicated by the unexpected twists coming from the personal backgrounds of those performing the exorcism.The Cursed (2020) IMDb rating: 7.1/10 Where to stream: Netflix, Tubi, iQIYI, WeTV An ambitious investigative journalist delves into the shady dealings of a giant IT corporation. Along the way, she uncovers the company's ties to shamanism and encounters a troubled teenager with the ability to bring death by casting curses.Black (2017) IMDb rating: 7.8/10 Where to stream: Netflix, Prime Video In this gripping thriller, a detective disguised as the Grim Reaper teams up with a woman gifted with the ability to see death. While each has personal agendas, they prove to be a productive team, saving lives against all odds.Revenant (2023) IMDb rating: 7.9/10 Where to stream: Hulu, Disney+ This drama steeped in Korean supernatural lore follows three characters involved in unexplained deaths: a young woman who seems to be possessed by a demon after inheriting her late father's belongings, a folklore professor who can see spirits, and a police officer who hopes to find the killer.Hotel del Luna (2019) IMDb rating: 8.1/10 Where to stream: Netflix, Prime Video, Viki Caught in an ancient family obligation, the protagonist inherits a haunted hotel, catering to ghosts with unresolved matters from their past lives. As he delves into the eerie establishment, chilling mysteries and the secrets of both the hotel and its enigmatic owner slowly unfold before his eyes.The Guest (2018) IMDb rating: 8.1/10 Where to stream: Netflix, iQIYI The story revolves around a psychic on a hunt for a powerful demon from his past. The evil spirit haunts people and makes them commit the worst crime of all - killing their loved ones. While there is not much gore or jump scares, fans say the K-drama is guaranteed to send chills down your spine.
