7 Spellbinding K-Dramas With Romance Between Mortals and Supernatural Beings
These are sure to sweep you off your feet.
Sometimes a love story between two average people can become boring and predictable. But add a mystery with supernatural abilities or origins, and the story takes on a new, exciting twist that is hard to turn away from.
No matter what, a good romantic tale must have palpable chemistry between the leads and a touching storyline to drool over. Here are seven K-dramas about human-supernatural love that, according to fans, have everything a good romance needs.
My Demon (2023)
IMDb rating: 7.7/10
Where to stream: Netflix
Do Do-hee is a rich heiress with a devilish temper. Jeong Gu-won is a 200-year-old demon whose mission is to steal souls through tricky contracts. The love affair between the two begins when they try to take advantage of each other by entering into a contract marriage.
Black (2017)
IMDb rating: 7.8/10
Where to stream: Netflix
Han Moo-gang is a detective obsessed with a cold case. Even after he suddenly dies and becomes the Grim Reaper, guiding the deceased to the afterlife, he doesn't stop investigating the case. But things get complicated when Moo-gang falls in love with the mortal woman who can foresee death.
Tale of the Nine Tailed (2020)
IMDb rating: 7.9/10
Where to stream: Netflix, Prime Video, Viki
Lee Yeon is a thousand-year-old Gumiho who now works as a hunter of supernatural beings that threaten the mortal world. Nam Ji-ah is a headstrong and ambitious documentary filmmaker obsessed with all things supernatural. When fate brings them together, Lee Yeon and Ji-ah realize that they are made for each other.
Doom at Your Service (2021)
IMDb rating: 7.9/10
Where to stream: Netflix, Prime Video, Viki, TVING
The life of ordinary woman Tak Dong-kyung falls apart when she finds out that her boyfriend has a wife, her boss hates her, and she has only months to live. Naturally, she gets drunk and, after seeing a shooting star, makes a wish for the end of the world. Surprisingly, her words are heard and a powerful spirit comes from the sky to make them come true.
A Korean Odyssey (2017)
IMDb rating: 8.0/10
Where to stream: Netflix, Viki
Jin Seon-mi is a human with a unique ability - she can see ghosts. One day, as a child, she encounters the imprisoned immortal spirit Son Oh-gong, whom she frees. In gratitude, Oh-gong vows to materialize whenever Seon-mi calls his name and help her with any task.
Legend of the Blue Sea (2016)
IMDb rating: 8.1/10
Where to stream: Viki, Hulu, iQIYI, WeTV, SBS VOD
Shim Cheong is a Joseon-era mermaid who falls in love with a nobleman's son. Their beautiful story ends in tragedy, but in modern times, they are both reborn. She is a mermaid again, he is a witty and charming conman. They get a second chance at a happy ending.
Guardian: The Lonely and Great God (2016)
IMDb rating: 8.6/10
Where to stream: Netflix, Prime Video, Disney +, Viki
Also known as Goblin, this fan-adored drama tells the story of Kim Shin, who was turned into an immortal goblin 900 years ago. Immortality has brought him nothing but pain, so he dreams of ending things. But only his 'bride' can help him with this task. On his search for this woman, Kim Shin stumbles upon Ji Eun-tak, a cheerful student whose mother he had once saved.