Best K-dramas on Netflix This 2023: ‘Celebrity,’ ‘QueenMaker,’ More

Hallyu never fails to amaze viewers with the wide array of interesting K-dramas released this year. Interestingly, watching Korean series was made easy thanks to Netflix, which showcased a ton of hit TV shows that would surely satisfy everyone’s K-drama cravings. As we reach the second half of 2023, here are some of the best K-dramas on Netflix.

‘The Glory’

'The Glory' Poster

Avid K-drama fans surely followed the suspense and drama of the revenge series “The Glory.” The surprising twists and turns of the story kept viewers on the edge of their seats. Besides the unexpected plot, the cast lineup made everything interesting. “The Glory” stars Song Hye Kyo as the revenge-driven Moon Dong Eun, who was bullied by her high school classmate and ended up plotting vengeance against the perpetrators.

In addition, Lim Ji Yeon stars as the antagonist, Park Yeon Jin. She is a viscous ringleader who bullied and mocked Dong Eun. Joining in as “The Glory” cast members are Lee Do Hyun, Park Sung Hoon, Jung Sung Il, and more.

‘QueenMaker’

QueenMaker

Viewers were captivated by the womance featuring Moon So Ri and Kim Hee Ae in QueenMaker,” as they portray powerful and influential public figures.

It depicts how a skilled career woman took down her former boss and made a righteous human rights lawyer the next mayor of Seoul. With the K-drama’s intriguing storyline and, not to mention, the cast members’ outstanding performances, there’s no doubt why “QueenMaker” is among the best K-dramas on Netflix this 2023.

‘Celebrity’

Celebrity

Starring Park Gyu Young as Seo Ah Ri, “Celebrity” showcases a close view of the influencers lives in and out of the spotlight.

Amid the glitz and glam of social media, little did she know that a deadly consequence was about to happen.

“Celebrity” is among the K-dramas that gained huge hype on social media due to its interesting story and several familiar faces like CNBLUE’s Kang Min Hyuk, Lee Chung Ah, and the returning Lee Dong Gun from “Lovers in Paris.”

‘Crash Course in Romance’

Crash Course in Romance
From political to revenge, Netflix also showcased the crowd favorite, rom-com K-dramas.

Interestingly, everyone was captivated by the on-screen chemistry of Jung Kyung Ho and Jeon Do Yeon in the hit series “Crash Course in Romance.” Although it was originally released by tvN, global viewers had the opportunity to watch it through Netflix.

It’s a love story between celebrity math tutor Cho Chi Yeol, played by Jung Kyung Ho, and single mother Nam Hang Saeon, portrayed by Jeon Do Yeon.

‘The Good Bad Mother’

'The Good Bad Mother' Poster
Ra Mi Ran, Lee Do Hyun, Ahn Eun Jin
Last but definitely not least among the best K-dramas on Netflix this 2023 is “The Good Bad Mother,” which stars Ran Mi Ran as the single mother Jin Young Soon.

Meanwhile, Lee Do Hyun plays her only son, Choi Kang Ho. A cold-hearted prosecutor who gets involved in an accident, causing him to reunite with his mother.