Tired Of The Same Old Titles? 7 Hidden Gem K-Dramas Every Fan Must Watch

Even if you're just dipping your toes into the vast sea of K-dramas, you've probably heard of hits like Goblin, Crash Landing on You, and Kingdom. These are the juggernauts of K-dramaland, the ones everyone seems to have on their must-watch list.

And if you're a veteran fan of South Korean television, you've probably seen all of these shows more than once and are now looking for fresh and exciting content.

To help you in your quest for hidden treasures, we've compiled a list of seven lesser-known K-dramas that are beloved by those lucky enough to have experienced them. So grab your popcorn and let's get started.

The Killer's Shopping List (2022)

IMDb rating: 7.0/10

Where to stream: Viki, TVING, iQIYI

Ahn Dae-sung was a child prodigy, but failed his exams and now lives a boring life as a supermarket clerk. However, a murder near his workplace piques Dae-sung's interest and he decides to investigate, taking his mother and girlfriend as his loyal co-sleuths.

Bride of the Century (2014)

IMDb rating: 7.1/10

Where to stream: Prime Video, Viki

Choi Kang-joo is the eldest son of a rich and powerful family, which means he is destined to be the victim of the century-old curse. Every heir in the family is cursed to see his first bride die. In order to trick fate, Kang-joo's mother pays a poor girl a large sum of money to pose as her son's bride. But the fake arrangement turns into real feelings.

Into the Ring (2020)

IMDb rating: 7.2/10

Where to stream: Netflix, Prime Video, Viki, Kocowa

With a fiery temper and a tendency to turn violent when she sees injustice, Koo Se-ra can't hold a job. But when a dream position in the District Assembly opens up, she is sure it is her destiny and throws her hat into the ring.

May It Please the Court (2022)

IMDb rating: 7.3/10

Where to stream: Disney+, Hulu

After a disaster with one of her cases, Noh Chak-Hee, a brilliant corporate lawyer, has to temporarily settle for the humiliating position of public defender. However, it turns out her new office has an employee even smarter than she is.

Birthcare Center (2020)

IMDb rating: 7.5/10

Where to stream: Netflix, Viki, WeTV, iQIYI

Oh Hyun-jin is a successful businesswoman, but a rookie when it comes to parenting, so the new baby comes as a shock and a real challenge. To become a better mother, Hyun-jin joins a program at an elite postpartum care center, where she meets all kinds of women with all kinds of quirks.

Evilive (2023)

IMDb rating: 7.7/10

Where to stream: Netflix, iflix, Viu, Hotstar

Han Dong-soo is a lawyer who makes a living by picking random prisoners, visiting them and taking on their cases. However, one of these visits turns Dong-soo's life upside down and leads him into the world of evil.

Nobody Knows (2020)

IMDb rating: 7.8/10

Where to stream: Prime Video, Viki, Kocowa, SBS World

Cha Young-jin has dedicated her life to investigating an old murder case that took her friend 19 years ago, leading to isolation. The only friendly face around is the son of her downstairs neighbor, so when the boy falls from the roof, the detective teams up with his teacher to find out what happened to him.