Can you believe how much great TV has come out of South Korea in the past few years? If you feel like you’ve missed a few gems between 2022 and now, don’t worry—2025 is the perfect time to catch up.
From heart-fluttering rom-coms and gritty legal dramas to dark thrillers and epic sci-fi series, K-dramas from 2022 to 2024 seriously delivered. And whether you’re a longtime fan or just getting into the K-drama world, this list has something for every kind of viewer.
So grab your snacks, clear your schedule, and let’s dive into some of the best Korean dramas from the past few years that are still worth watching in 2025.
1. Doctor Lawyer (2022)
Ever wonder what would happen if a top surgeon suddenly became a lawyer? This show has that and more. A gripping mix of courtroom drama and medical tension.
Stars: So Ji Sub
Watch if you like: Smart underdog stories with justice themes
2. Why Her? (2022)
A top-tier lawyer gets demoted to a law professor—and her life starts to unravel. It’s got mystery, romance, and a seriously good lead performance.
Stars: Seo Hyun Jin, Hwang In Yeop
Watch if you like: Strong female leads with messy backstories
3. Beyond the Memory (2022)
This one’s for the sci-fi lovers. Imagine being able to reconnect with loved ones in a virtual world. It’s eerie, emotional, and beautifully done.
Stars: Shin Ha Kyun, Han Ji Min
Watch if you like: Thought-provoking sci-fi with heart
4. Twenty-Five Twenty-One (2022)
A nostalgic trip back to the late ’90s with a sweet coming-of-age romance. Prepare for feelings—this one’s a tearjerker in the best way.
Stars: Nam Joo Hyuk, Kim Tae Ri
Watch if you like: Slice-of-life drama with amazing chemistry
5. Reborn Rich (2022)
Time travel meets revenge! A betrayed employee wakes up in the body of a chaebol heir. It’s wild, twisty, and totally addictive.
Stars: Song Joong Ki
Watch if you like: Smart revenge dramas with a fantasy twist
6. Forecasting Love and Weather (2022)
Romance brews inside the Korea Meteorological Administration. It’s soft, charming, and full of rainy-day vibes (literally).
Stars: Park Min Young, Song Kang
Watch if you like: Office romances with a mature tone
7. Big Mouth (2022)
A lawyer gets caught in a conspiracy and is mistaken for a criminal mastermind. High-stakes, clever writing, and major plot twists.
Stars: Lee Jong Suk, Im Yoon Ah
Watch if you like: Crime thrillers with mystery and heart
8. Military Prosecutor Doberman (2022)
Think military life is strict? Try adding revenge, courtroom battles, and explosive drama.
Stars: Ahn Bo Hyun
Watch if you like: Legal action with a twist
9. Business Proposal (2022)
An office blind date turns into a chaotic (and adorable) romance. Classic K-drama misunderstandings and lovable characters.
Stars: Kim Se Jeong, Ahn Hyo Seop
Watch if you like: Light, fluffy, and hilarious love stories
10. Insider (2022)
Undercover in prison? Yep. This show is tense, gritty, and full of unexpected turns.
Stars: Kang Ha Neul
Watch if you like: Dark thrillers with high stakes
11. Sabotage City (2022)
Power, greed, politics—this one’s for those who love dramas about corruption and ambition.
Stars: Soo Ae, Kim Kang Woo
Watch if you like: Scandal-style political drama
12. My Liberation Notes (2022)
Slow, quiet, and deeply emotional. This show captures the everyday struggles of three siblings who just want something more from life.
Stars: Lee Min Ki, Kim Ji Won
Watch if you like: Slice-of-life with real emotional depth
13. The Uncanny Counter 2 (2023)
The demon-hunting squad is back! Bigger battles, deeper backstories, and more heart.
Stars: Cho Byeong Kyu, Yoo Joon Sang
Watch if you like: Supernatural action with character-driven plots
14. Green Mothers’ Club (2022)
A drama about school moms and their secrets. It’s tense, relatable, and surprisingly emotional.
Stars: Lee Yo Won, Choo Ja Hyun
Watch if you like: Family-centered drama with twists
15. Sweet Home 2 (2023)
More monsters. More survivors. More chaos. The second season gets even darker—and we’re here for it.
Stars: Song Kang, Lee Jin Wook
Watch if you like: Horror-apocalypse meets psychological drama
16. History of Losers (2023)
A brutally honest and funny take on failed relationships and emotional baggage. It’s raw, awkward, and totally real.
Stars: Cho Byeong Kyu
Watch if you like: Relatable dramedies about modern dating
17. Taxi Driver 2 (2023)
The Rainbow Taxi crew returns to deliver justice for people failed by the system. Satisfying, stylish, and impactful.
Episodes: 16
Watch if you like: Vigilante justice done right
18. Finding Nemo (2022)
Nope, not the Pixar fish. This is a mystery drama about missing people and what really lies beneath the surface.
Stars: Sung Yong Il, Lee Nam Gyu
Watch if you like: Slow-burn thrillers with suspense
19. Duty After School (2022)
Students conscripted to fight aliens? You read that right. Think survival games meets military sci-fi.
Episodes: 10
Watch if you like: Action-packed, high-concept K-dramas
20. After-School War Activities (2022)
A follow-up to Duty After School, with even more character depth and gripping action.
Watch if you like: Sci-fi with emotional stakes
21. The Immortal (2022)
A man who can’t die becomes the center of a mystery that spans centuries.
Stars: Lee Jin Wook
Watch if you like: Fantasy dramas with dark secrets
22. The Mansion (2022)
A woman returns to her old apartment complex to find her missing sister—and uncovers way more than she expected.
Stars: Im Ji Yeon, Yoon Kyun Sang
Watch if you like: Creepy, atmospheric mystery thrillers
23. Deep (2022)
A psychological thriller about sleep experiments and the fine line between reality and nightmare.
Watch if you like: Mind-bending suspense
Final Thoughts
There you have it—a solid list of 23+ Korean dramas from 2022 to 2024 that are still binge-worthy in 2025. Whether you missed them the first time or are rewatching your favorites, these shows continue to deliver all the drama, romance, and thrills we love K-dramas for.
Let me know which ones you’re adding to your watchlist, or if I missed any must-sees from the last few years!
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