Creepy K-dramas to Binge-Watch This Halloween: ‘Strangers from Hell,’ ‘Kingdom’ and More
Apart from the heart-flutter rom-com series, Hallyu is also known to produce top notch horror K-dramas perfect for Halloween.
From spine-chilling stories, and terrifying yet amazing visuals to an interesting cast lineup, here are 5 K-dramas that will surely keep you up to keep you up at night.
'Kingdom'
Based on the webtoon "The Kingdom of the Gods," "Kingdom" which stars Bae Doona, Joo Ji Hoon, Ryu Seung Ryong, Kim Sung Gyu, and more, are among the most-watched K-zombie series.
Released in 2019, the thriller historical series depicts the story of a Crown Prince who is deemed a traitor after the Joseon King died of a mysterious illness.
On the other hand, the whole Kingdom was engulfed in a plague with a terrifying disease.
Following the massive success of the K-series, "Kingdom '' had its second season and a spin-off "Kingdom: Ashin of the North'' starring Jun Ji Hyun.
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Interestingly, Netflix is also rumored to release the second spin-off "Kingdom: Tale of the Crown Prince" featuring the story of the Crown Prince.
'Strangers from Hell'
Another K-drama that gained the viewers' attention in 2019 is "Strangers from Hell."
Based on the webtoon of the same name, the psychological-crime-horror series stars Im Siwan as the fresh grad Yoon Jong Woo, who moves to Seoul to find a job. However, he becomes the target of his creepy neighbors residing at the cheap hostel, Eden Gosiwon.
"Strangers from Hell" shows off Lee Dong Wook's versatility as he plays the odd dentist Seo Moon Jo.
'Save Me'
From one psychological thriller series to another, "Save Me" is a 16-part episode K-drama that focuses on the religious group's bizarre activities run by Spiritual Father Baek Jung Ki of Goosunwon played by Jo Sung Ha.
Penned by "Strangers from Hell" and "Dark Hole" writer Jung Yi Do, "Save Me" also stars Seo Ye Ji, Ok Taecyeon, and Woo Do Hwan as lead stars.
Released in 2017, the psychological thriller also aired its season 2 in 2019 starring Chun Ho Jin as the Spiritual Father while the new protagonist is played by Uhm Tae Goo.
'Happiness'
Of course, Halloween-themed K-drama will not be complete without a K-zombie series. Aside from "Kingdom", another binge-worthy series is "Happiness."
It stars Han Hyo Joo as special agent Yoon Sae Bom who were among the first to encounter zombies. Joining her is Park Hyung Sik as the detective Jung Yi Hyun, investigating the spread of a mysterious disease.
Yoon Sae Bom and Jung Yi Hyun were trapped in the apartment building along with their neighbors after the authorities found out that it was the ground zero of the zombie-like disease.
'The Witch's Diner'
The psychological horror K-drama "The Witch's Diner" is based on a novel about people who wants to fulfill their wishes. With this, they come to dine at the restaurant run by witch Jo Hee Ra, played by Song Ji Hyo.
In exchange for their granted wish, the customers have to sacrifice the most precious thing in their life.
Joining Song Ji Hyo as lead stars are Nam Ji Hyun and Chae Jong Hyeop.
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Written by Geca Wills
