7 K-Dramas About Breaking Out Of Toxic Relationships & Finding Healthy Ones
These stories prove that no one should settle for partners who hurt them.
It may sound surprising, but the fictional stories about toxic and abusive relationships can be a healing experience for viewers who have been in a similar situation. Especially when a lead breaks out of such a relationship and finds a better, healthier romance.
The contrast between an abusive partner and a good new guy makes such stories especially touching and wholesome. Here are seven K-dramas to prove it.
She Would Never Know (2021)
IMDb rating: 7.5/10
Where to stream: Netflix, Prime Video, iQIYI
Yoon Song-ah is a driven employee at a cosmetics company who has a secret relationship with her boss. However, the new co-worker finds out that the boss is leading a double life and has another woman. After he reveals the truth to Song-ah, a whirlwind of drama ensues. But it paves the way for a new beginning.
True to Love (2023)
IMDb rating: 7.7/10
Where to stream: Netflix, Prime Video, TVING
Yeon Bo-ra is a social media influencer, writer, and famous relationship coach. However, her own personal life is thrown into chaos when she discovers her boyfriend's infidelity. As if that weren't enough, she also has to deal with an infuriating publishing planner at work.
Extraordinary You (2019)
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IMDb rating: 7.8/10
Where to stream: Netflix, Prime Video, Viki, WeTV, iQIYI
Eun Dan-oh has always thought of herself as an average high school girl. But one day, she makes a mind-boggling discovery: she is actually a secondary character in a fictional comic book universe. This revelation causes her to reevaluate her entire life and take control of her storyline. Dan-oh starts with breaking up with her abusive boyfriend and pursuing a much better man.
One Spring Night (2019)
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IMDb rating: 7.9/10
Where to stream: Netflix
Lee Jeong-in is in a long-term relationship with her boyfriend, but she's not ready to take the next step and get married. Her doubts grow when she meets a charming single dad she can't get out of her mind, making her question what she really wants in life and love.
Doom at Your Service (2021)
IMDb rating: 7.9/10
Where to stream: Netflix, Prime Video, Viki, TVING
Tak Dong-kyung's life takes a devastating turn when she discovers her boyfriend is married, faces criticism at work, and receives a shocking diagnosis: she has only three months to live. Overwhelmed with frustration (and drunk), Dong-kyung impulsively wishes for the end of the world. To her astonishment, a powerful spirit hears her plea and agrees to grant her wish.
Perfect Marriage Revenge (2023)
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IMDb rating: 7.9/10
Where to stream: Netflix, Prime Video, Viki, TVING, Wavve
Han Yi-joo's life is spiraling out of control: her husband is in love with her sister, her family falsely accuses her of a crime and then kills her. But fate gives her a second chance when she wakes up one year before these harrowing events. Armed with the new knowledge, Han Yi-joo embarks on a quest for revenge. And finding true love will be the icing on the cake.
Romance Is a Bonus Book (2019)
IMDb rating: 8.0/10
Where to stream: Netflix
Kang Dan-i's life is turned upside down when her cheating husband divorces her. Devastated and financially stranded, Dan-i turns to an old friend for support and suddenly finds not only a new job, but a new love.