Korean dramas have gained immense popularity worldwide, with Netflix emerging as the preferred platform for streaming them. However, some K-dramas can be quite extensive, spanning multiple seasons and numerous episodes. To address this issue, several short Korean dramas are now accessible on Netflix. With a compact format of around 8-9 episodes, these K-dramas not only offer a satisfying binge-watching experience but also allow viewers to complete the entire series in one sitting.
‘Song Of The Bandits’
This Netflix original Korean short drama, alternatively titled 'Bandit: The Sound of the Sword,' unfolds during the Japanese colonial period when the inhabitants of Gando faced severe economic hardships. The narrative centres around a courageous band of rebels, led by the formidable Lee Yoon (Kim), who strategically plan to wage war against Japanese forces. Joining forces with the Korean Independence Army and Joseon migrants, they make a solemn vow to engage in battle and reclaim peace for their homeland.
‘Vigilante’
One of the standout Korean thriller short dramas released in November 2023, 'Vigilante' is adapted from the webtoon of the same name by author CRG and illustrator Kim Gyu-sam. Kim Ji-yong (Nam), driven by vengeance, enrolls in the police academy to bring his mother's killers to justice. Faced with the realization that the law has its limitations, he adopts a dual life—posing as a law-abiding police trainee during the day and transforming into a ruthless vigilante at night. However, as multiple investigators begin tailing the vigilante, Ji-young finds himself in increasingly risky territory while navigating his double life.
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‘The Silent Sea’
Considered one of the top Gong Yoo TV shows, the sci-fi Korean drama, ‘The Silent Sea’ is an adaptation of Korean director Choi Hang-yong’s 2014 short film ‘The Sea of Tranquility.’ The storyline follows space explorer Song Ji-an (Bae) and her crew as they embark on a challenging 24-hour moon mission. Led by Captain Han Yun-jae (Gong), a seasoned soldier for the space agency, Ji-an’s team faces the task of retrieving a mysterious sample from a stranded research station.
‘My Name’
The crime-thriller has emerged as the most popular series on Netflix in Asia since Squid Game (2020) and has claimed the top spot in various regions, including South Korea, Indonesia, Hong Kong, Vietnam, and Thailand. The narrative centres around Yoon Ji-woo (Han), a member of an organised crime ring who goes undercover within the police force to seek vengeance for her father. However, complications arise as she finds herself developing romantic feelings for Detective Jeon Pil-do (Ahn). With love complicating her mission, Ji-woo faces the challenge of staying focused on taking down the culprits.
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‘Hellbound’
This supernatural K-drama unfolds as chaos ensues in Korea when individuals begin hearing prophecies about the exact time of their deaths. The situation takes a dire turn when, at the predicted time, a death angel materialises before them, condemning them to hell. Subsequently, a group of supernatural beings systematically slaughters these individuals. The ensuing mayhem led to the emergence of Saejinrihwe, a new religion with irrational beliefs about righteousness.
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