2024 RECAP: K-Dramas that gave us the feels in 2024

Peter Andrew Acierto

<p>With 2024 coming to an end, <strong>PUSH</strong> compiled some of the South Korean dramas that gave the fans various emotions–– from <em>kilig</em> to becoming an emotional mess. These K-Dramas surely hit the right spot for all of us trying to get by in our everyday lives.</p><div><br/></div><div><strong>Lovely Runner</strong></div><p>Where to watch: Viu and Netflix</p><p>Chosen by <em>Time Magazine</em> as the best K-Drama this 2024, <em>Lovely Runner</em> tells the story of Ryu Sun-jae (played by Byeon Woo-seok) and Im Sol (portrayed by Kim Hye-yoon). This K-Drama checks out everything from the list–– from kilig to an emotional roller coaster. </p><div><br/></div><div><strong>Queen of Tears</strong></div><p>Where to watch: Netflix</p><p>This 2024 K-Drama became the highest-rated tvN series–– surpassing the hit show, <em>Crash Landing on Yo</em>u. It revolves around the marriage of Hong Hae-in (played by Kim Ji-won) and Baek Hyun-woo (portrayed by Kim Soo-hyun) and how they will overcome the challenges together. </p><div><br/></div><div><strong>Marry My Husband</strong></div><p>Where to watch: Prime</p><p>If revenge coming from a main character is something you enjoy, this K-Drama is the perfect fit for you. <em>Marry My Husband </em>gives that satisfaction and uplifts the mood every time Park Min-young’s character gets back at those who have wronged her in her past life. </p><div><br/></div><div><strong>The Judge from Hell</strong></div><p>Where to watch: Netflix</p><p>One of Park Shin-hye’s first K-Dramas after giving birth, <em>The Judge from Hell</em> is another show that leaves viewers wanting for more when it comes to achieving justice. Park Shin-hye is joined by other talented actors such as Kim Jae-young and Kim Ah-young, among others.</p><div><br/></div><div><strong>Love in the Big City</strong></div><p>Where to watch: Netflix</p><p>One of the most trending K-Dramas of this year for its controversial plot, Love in the Big City talks about a gay man’s journey in life. Starring Nam Yoon-su, Jin Ho-eun, Kwon Hyuk, and Na Hyun-woo, among others, this 2024 K-Drama is a slice of life that everyone could relate to.</p><div><br/></div><div><strong>A Shop for Killers</strong></div><p>Where to watch: Disney+</p><p>Another action-packed K-Drama released in 2024, <em>A Shop for Killers</em> became one of the most loved dramas for the year. The story is about Jeong Ji-an (played by Kim Hye-jun) who becomes the target of killers due to her uncle Jeong Jin-man (played by Lee Dong-wook) who died unexpectedly. </p><div><br/></div><div><strong>Mr. Plankton</strong></div><p>Where to watch: Netflix</p><p>One of the romantic-comedy dramas that made its mark this year was <em>Mr. Plankton</em>. It tells the story of Jae-mi (played by Lee Yoo-mi) and Hae-jo (portrayed by Woo Do-hwan) and how they navigate through life as the world’s unluckiest woman and a product of an incorrect artificial insemination, respectively. </p><div><br/></div><div><strong>Lightshop Keeper</strong></div><p>Where to watch: Disney+</p><p>Despite being spooked out in the first three episodes, <em>Lightshop Keeper</em> definitely is one of the good ones. The successful run of the eight episodes showcased the beauty of life and how one should cherish it despite the challenges they face.</p><div><br/></div><div><strong>Doc</strong><strong>tor Slump</strong></div><p>Where to watch: Netflix</p><p>Park Shin-hye has been busy this year as she starred in <em>Doctor Slump</em> alongside Park Hyung-sik. The K-Drama tells the story of two promising doctors and how they fell into a slump due to circumstances.</p><div><br/></div><div><strong>Love Next Door</strong></div><p>Where to watch: Netflix</p><p>If there’s anything that <em>Love Next Door</em> gave this year, it’s the undeniable chemistry of Jung Hae-in and Jung So-min. The story of this K-Drama is a light and easy one that everyone could binge the whole series in one go.</p>

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2024 RECAP: K-Dramas that gave us the feels in 2024

2024 RECAP: K-Dramas that gave us the feels in 2024

Drew Acierto

Published Jan 01, 2025 08:00 AM PHT

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Love Next Door

Love in the Big City

Doctor Slump

Queen of Tears

The Lovely Runner

Mr. Plankton

Marry My Husband

The Judge from Hell

A Shop for Killers

Lightshop Keeper

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