My Honorary Mentions
Gems that almost became crown jewels but are 10/10 in my heart
-
![Princess Hours]()
1. Princess Hours
Korean Drama - 2006, 24 episodes
Was late to the Goong party but I arrived and this drama has dethroned all in this list and claimed the top spot . I blitz watched it , so fun and so warm and everything nice . If it wasn't for the fact that it was too long - it really could have gone to my perfect dramas list
-
![The Early Spring]()
2. The Early Spring
Chinese Drama - 2026, 24 episodes
I love this drama because it feels so real. The characters are messy, sexy, flawed and deeply human, while the story tackles love, class, work and growing up without ever feeling heavy. It’s just ridiculously good television.
-
![Mr. Queen]()
3. Mr. Queen
Korean Drama - 2020, 20 episodes
It’s hilarious, heartfelt, chaotic in the best way, and full of soul. A love letter to what makes K-dramas magic. If it wasn't for story lines that dragged on - it could have scored a 10
-
![Boys over Flowers]()
4. Boys over Flowers
Korean Drama - 2009, 25 episodes
Say what you will about this show but it is the most fun drama I have watched next to Goong
-
![Moving]()
5. Moving
Korean Drama - 2023, 20 episodes
This one is truly MOVING and done in a highly interesting way. I sense future cult classic
-
![Tomorrow]()
6. Tomorrow
Korean Drama - 2022, 16 episodes
So far, it is the best fantasy drama I have watched .
-
![Designated Survivor: 60 Days]()
7. Designated Survivor: 60 Days
Korean Drama - 2019, 16 episodes
Absolutely enthralling , thrilling ,profound and grounded
-
![Something about 1 Percent]()
8. Something about 1 Percent
Korean Drama - 2016, 16 episodes
Flawless with sizzling chemistry
-
![Queen and I]()
9. Queen and I
Korean Drama - 2012, 16 episodes
One of the best fusion dramas out there and the romance is out of this world !
-
![Weightlifting Fairy Kim Bok Joo]()
10. Weightlifting Fairy Kim Bok Joo
Korean Drama - 2016, 16 episodes
I thoroughly enjoyed this drama . The elements were so heartwarming and this is literally one of my comfort dramas.
-
![Flower of Evil]()
11. Flower of Evil
Korean Drama - 2020, 16 episodes
Absorbing , arresting and twisty
-
![My Liberation Notes]()
12. My Liberation Notes
Korean Drama - 2022, 16 episodes
For me, it stands as one of the strongest slice-of-life dramas out there, and easily one of the genre’s best.
-
![When the Phone Rings]()
13. When the Phone Rings
Korean Drama - 2024, 12 episodes
Such a swoony watch. Swoon worthy OTP and plot twists galore made this drama such a treat
-
![The Trauma Code: Heroes on Call]()
14. The Trauma Code: Heroes on Call
Korean Drama - 2025, 8 episodes
Near perfect. Zero faults
-
![You Are My Destiny]()
15. You Are My Destiny
Korean Drama - 2014, 20 episodes
Geonie !!! Bwahahahahahaha
Hamo Hamo . A whimsical and zany watch and pulls on ALL heart strings ! Sad and romantic
-
![Guardian: The Lonely and Great God]()
16. Guardian: The Lonely and Great God
Korean Drama - 2016, 16 episodes
Super emotionally resonant and had me crying like a baby
-
![My Secret Terrius]()
17. My Secret Terrius
Korean Drama - 2018, 32 episodes
Too charming !!!!
-
![The Worst of Evil]()
18. The Worst of Evil
Korean Drama - 2023, 12 episodes
A study of pyrrhic victories
-
![Moon Embracing the Sun]()
19. Moon Embracing the Sun
Korean Drama - 2012, 20 episodes
I really loved the main male protagonist in this show. Plus this is a cracktastic like sageuk
-
![The Last Empress]()
20. The Last Empress
Korean Drama - 2018, 52 episodes
Super craaaaazy but brilliant
-
![Oh My Venus]()
21. Oh My Venus
Korean Drama - 2015, 16 episodes
The vibe of this show was really great.Loved the OTP . Absolutely stellar chemistry - did they date in real life? Hmmm...
-
![The K2]()
22. The K2
Korean Drama - 2016, 16 episodes
Questionable elements but I personally thoroughly enjoyed this action packed drama!
-
![Empress Ki]()
23. Empress Ki
Korean Drama - 2013, 51 episodes
I hated the last 15 episodes but this is an EPIC seared in my medulla. I remember everything and its simply unforgettable.
