If you’re not currently hooked on the latest K-dramas, why not give these highly-rated ones a chance? These dramas aren’t just popular with a handful of people, but they’ve also garnered millions of viewers in South Korea alone, which speaks volumes about their quality and appeal.
We’ve rounded up the top 15 Korean dramas with the highest nationwide viewership since 2018, so you won’t have to look far to find your next binge-worthy show. So without further ado, let’s dive in and discover which K-dramas have made it to this exclusive list.
Top 15 Highest-Rated K-Drama by Viewers
1. “My Only One” – 9.246 Million Viewers
This KBS weekend drama tells the story of a woman who discovers that the family she thought was hers is not biologically related to her. She sets out on a journey to find her real parents and uncover the truth about her past. Along the way, she meets and falls in love with a man who helps in her search.
2. “My Golden Life” – 8.366 Million Viewers
This is another KBS family drama about a young woman who grew up in poverty and dreams of a better life. She discovers that she was switched at birth with a girl from a wealthy family, and decides to take the opportunity to live the life she’s always wanted.
3. “Young Lady and Gentleman” – 6.956 Million Viewers
This KBS weekend drama is one of the most loved dramas of 2022 about the romance of a single father of 3 kids and a live-in tutor! This drama earned Ji Hyun Woo his Daesang and made Lee See Hee who’s a newcomer in the industry rise to fame.
4. “Once Again” – 6.893 Million Viewers
One of the best KBS weekend dramas ever! This drama revolves around a large and diverse family with four adult siblings, their parents, and their various spouses and children. The family is faced with various challenges and conflicts as they navigate their relationships with each other and the world around them.
5. “Marry Me Now” – 6.669 Million Viewers
Another KBS weekend drama! It’s about a successful career woman who is focused on her job and has little interest in marriage then meets and falls in love with a man that places great importance on marriage and family.
6. “Mother of Mine” – 6.247 Million Viewers
The drama revolves around a mother who worked hard all her life to raise her daughters but her relationship with them becomes strained as they pursue their own interests and often clash with each other.
7. “Homemade Love Story” – 6.145 Million Viewers
The drama follows the story of various people living in an apartment complex called Green Home, and the relationships that develop among them. The central character is a young woman who dreams of becoming a writer and works part-time at the Green Home convenience store!
8. “Revolutionary Sisters” – 5.823 Million Viewers
The drama follows the story of three sisters coming from a dysfunctional family who must come together to clear their mother’s name and uncover the truth behind their father’s death.
9. “Beautiful Love, Wonderful Life” – 5.693 Million Viewers
The drama follows the story of four couples who are at different stages in their lives and relationships. The main couple is a hard-working woman who dreams of becoming a shoe designer, and a wealthy heir to a fashion company.
10. “The Penthouse 2” – 5.601 Million Viewers
The craziest makjangs go to this drama! The drama is a sequel to the popular series “The Penthouse: War in Life” and follows the continuing story of a group of wealthy families who live in an exclusive luxury apartment building called Hera Palace.
11. “The Penthouse” – 5.354 Million Viewers
The drama follows the story of three women who live in an exclusive luxury apartment building called Hera Palace, and their involvement in a murder case that shakes the entire community.
12. “It’s Beautiful Now” 5.3 Million Viewers
It’s one of KBS 2022 family dramas about 3 brothers who aren’t interested in dating so their parents made an offer that the first son to marry will get an apartment!
13. “Dr. Romantic 2” – 5.210 Million Viewers
The sequel of the hit 2016 K-drama, season 2 follows the story of a talented and unconventional surgeon, Master Kim, and his team of doctors at Doldam Hospital. It’s one of the best medical K-dramas!
14. “Three Bold Siblings“- 5.144 Million Viewers
This KBS weekend drama which just finished last March tells the story of the eldest of three siblings who one day meets her elementary schoolmate who’s now a popular star!
15. “When The Camellia Blooms” – 4.491 Million Viewers
This is the drama that made Gong Hyo Jin earn a Daesang last 2019! The drama follows the story of Dongbaek, a single mother who runs a bar in a small town called Ongsan.
By reaching this part I hope you know which K-drama you’ll watch next on KOCOWA+!
