Top 10 Fantasy Korean Dramas with Unique Concepts (goblin, Secret Garden)

Korean dramas are highly acclaimed for being original and creative, and fantasy dramas are not an exception because they have groundbreaking plots, beautiful visuals, and characters that we will never forget.

If you are interested to watch some drama that is outside of reality, here are the top 10 most original fantasy Korean dramas that you should not miss:

Goblin (Guardian: The Lonely and Great God) (2016)

Possibly the most famous fantasy K-drama out there, Goblin revolves around Kim Shin, an immortal goblin doomed to live forever. The only way to end his misery is to locate his destined bride, who can pull out the sword lodged in his chest.

The drama weaves romance, friendship, and the bittersweet concept of immortality. The chemistry between Gong Yoo and Kim Go-eun, as well as the bromance between the Goblin and Grim Reaper, make this drama an absolute masterpiece.

Hotel Del Luna (2019)

Located in a mystical hotel that accommodates lost souls, Hotel Del Luna is the story of Jang Man-wol, the doomed owner, and Gu Chan-sung, a young hotel manager. The hotel serves as a transition between life and death, providing restless souls with an opportunity to pass on.

The unique location of the drama, IU’s engaging acting, and the combination of fantasy, romance, and comedy make it a show to remember. Each episode features touching stories of the souls who are residing at the hotel.

Tale of the Nine-Tailed (2020)

Lee Dong-wook plays the role of Lee Yeon, a gumiho (nine-tailed fox) who ruled as a mountain spirit in the past but resides among humans at present. He searches for his first love who was reincarnated facing supernatural dangers.

The drama beautifully interweaves folklore with current-day Seoul, offering sizzling romance, action, and mythological creatures. The on-screen chemistry between Lee Dong-wook and Jo Bo-ah, combined with Kim Bum’s friendly portrayal of Lee Rang, makes the drama more appealing.

The King: Eternal Monarch (2020)

This fantasy romance drama delves into parallel worlds: the Kingdom of Corea and the Republic of Korea. Emperor Lee Gon finds a portal between the two worlds and collaborates with detective Jung Tae-eul to penetrate dark secrets.

The initial idea of parallel worlds combined with Lee Min-ho’s regal presence and Kim Go-eun’s lively performance makes this drama worth watching and visually appealing.

W: Two Worlds (2016)

What would happen if your favorite character from your favorite webtoon came alive? W: Two Worlds is about Oh Yeon-joo, a surgeon who gets sucked into the webtoon world of her dad. She encounters Kang Chul, the charming hero, and becomes embroiled in a struggle between the world of fiction and reality.
This drama’s use of merging real life and a world of comedy is very innovative and makes audiences watch with bated breath and suspenseful twists.

My Love from the Star (2013)

This love drama of the past century stars an alien Do Min-joon, who has been living on earth for the past 400 years. His ordinary existence gets transformed with his fall for Cheon Song-yi, a star actress.

Alien logic of Min-joon and human feelings of Song-yi create laughable and heart-touching situations. The drama’s blend of sci-fi, romance, and comedy was something new and made it a global hit.

Secret Garden (2010)

Romantic fantasy body-swapping drama, Secret Garden is about stuntwoman Gil Ra-im and wealthy CEO Kim Joo-won. After a strange encounter, they start exchanging bodies unexpectedly.

The snappy dialogue, quirky premise, and undeniable chemistry between Hyun Bin and Ha Ji-won make this drama a classic favorite.

The Uncanny Counter (2020)

A group of demon hunters known as “Counters” serve as staff members at a noodle restaurant while battling evil spirits. So Mun, a high school student, joins them after acquiring supernatural powers.

This drama’s unique. concept, action-packed fight scenes, and lessons. of justice. and. friendship. it enjoyable. and. sentimental.

The Legend of the Blue Sea. (2016)

Based on a Joseon legend, this drama is a romance between the love story of a mermaid, Shim Cheong, and a genius conman, Heo Joon-jae. The drama alternates between the present and their previous lives in the Joseon Dynasty.

The blend of folklore and contemporary love story, coupled with the magical chemistry of Lee Min-ho and Jun Ji-hyun, makes this drama unique.

Extraordinary You (2019)

What if you discovered you were a background character in a comic book? This offbeat drama tracks Eun Dan-oh, a high school girl who discovers she’s a background character in a manhwa. Convinced she can alter her destiny, she partners with another background character to rewrite their story.

The meta-narrative, new plot, and self-discovery themes make this drama exquisitely original and intensely captivating.

Final Thoughts

Fantasy Korean dramas never cease to amaze with their fresh ideas and new story. It could be the endless love of Goblin, the eerie loveliness of Hotel Del Luna, or the mythological love of Tale of the Nine-Tailed.These dramas all have more than romance to offer; they offer powerful messages of destiny, redemption, and human connection.

So, if you’re ready to be transported to worlds where anything is possible, grab some snacks and start binge-watching these captivating fantasy K-dramas like goblin!

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