Including the highly-anticipated return of 'My First First Love'!
Photos: Netflix
As if our Netflix watch list isn't already filled with titles we really need to get started on, the streaming giant releases a slew of intriguing Korean originals! Since dipping its toes into the bustling world of Korean entertainment, Netflix has proven itself a strong contender, not just bringing in popular shows but recently also producing new original ones, too. Some of our favourite originals include Kingdom and My First First Love, so we are elated to hear that both are renewed and the second season of the latter is coming very soon! The following are more Netflix original Korean dramas and movies newly released or upcoming. From action-packed thrillers and sci-fi to romantic comedies, there is something for every Hallyu fan.
2. Chief of Staff
Now streaming
Who wields the true power in the government? Dive deep into the thorny world of politics from the rarely represented perspective of the lawmakers’ aides. Meet Jang Tae-jun (Lee Jung-jae), chief of staff to a prominent four-term politician. By pulling the strings behind the scenes, Jang is paving his own ambitious path towards the presidency. Along the way, he forms an interesting relationship with Kang Seon-yeong (Shin Min-ah), a politician from the rival faction who’s in her very first term.
ADVERTISEMENTS