Check out the best thriller Kdramas, whose suspenseful stories made them popular globally with a loyal fanbase!
Last Updated: 01.56 PM, Jan 14, 2024
The thrill of experiencing a gripping storyline with cliffhanger twists often draws adrenaline rushes and curiosity among viewers. With OTT platforms, watching a variety of K-dramas has become easy, as you get to select the best ones without any hassle. Check out the best thriller K-dramas, whose suspenseful stories made them popular globally.
The Penthouse
The popular K-drama thriller is streaming for three seasons. The Season 1 plot revolves around stern ambitions and desires among the elite families and educational institutes whose lives take a sinister turn after the murder of an unknown girl. With suspicions drawing on each other, lives are not the same as they were before and hidden truths take centre stage with fear and power struggles.
Cast: Lee Ji-ah, Kim So-yeon, Eugene, Um Ki-joon, Yoon Jong-hoon, Shin Eun-kyung, Bong Tae-kyu, Park Eun-seok, and Yoon Joo-hee
Streaming on Netflix, Viki, Amazon Prime
Worst of Evil
This intriguing K-drama follows an undercover cop who is grappling to establish his identity and prestige among his family. The secret investigation revolves around the hidden illegal trades between Korea, China, and Japan, led by an evil kingpin and his associates. With massive fight scenes, this battle between good and evil is an interesting watch.
Cast: Ji Chang-wook, Wi Ha-joon, Im Se-mi, and Bibi.
Streaming on Disney+ Hotstar
Revenge of Others
As the name suggests, the series chronicles the tale of dark revenge with high risks and incited hatred. Chanmi and Sooheon team up to fight back the bullies and discover the secrets hidden by manipulation and hostility.
Cast: Shin Ye-eun and Lomon
Streaming on Disney+ Hotstar
Flowers of Evil
The story follows a loving family whose lives get shattered after discovering the patriarch's secret past. It also features murder mysteries engulfing the lives of several people. Flowers of Evil became a global hit instantly after its premiere on Netflix and is still one of the most-watched thrillers for its gripping suspense tale.
Cast: Lee Joon-gi, Moon Chae-won, Jang Hee-jin, and Seo Hyun-woo.
Streaming on Jio Cinema, Viki, Netflix
The Devil Judge
This K-drama is set in dystopic Korea, where justice is served in a live courtroom with three judges, each harbouring a mysterious past and identity. The kdrama became an instant hit for its intriguing plotline, spiced up with fight scenes and tough justice.
Cast: Ji Sung, Kim Min-jung, Park Jin-young, Park Gyu-young
Streaming on Netflix and Viki