10 Recommendations for School Comedy Dramas, Perfect for Watching with Friends

Kapanlagi.com - Korean dramas in the comedy genre are one of the most sought-after entertainment options. This is because comedy dramas always present light but exciting stories to follow. Among the many comedy dramas, there are quite a few that tell the colorful lives of teenage students in school.

Yes, if you need light and entertaining entertainment, this list of school comedy dramas could be the answer. Moreover, not only do they bring funny scenes that invite laughter, but these Korean school comedy dramas also tell stories about meaningful friendships and the struggle to achieve dreams.

Interested in watching Korean comedy dramas that tell the lives of school children? If so, let's take a look at some of the recommendations below.

1. RACKET BOYS

RACKET BOYS is one of the Korean comedy dramas that revolves around friendship and sports. As the title suggests, this drama tells the story of a group of children who aspire to become badminton athletes. RACKET BOYS narrates the story of an athlete family with a pair of badminton coach parents. Their badminton talent is also inherited by their eldest son, Yoon Hae Kang. Unfortunately, Hae Kang initially chooses to become a baseball player instead.

Until one day, a situation forces Hae Kang and his family to move to a village. In that village, there is only one middle school with one sports club, which is badminton. Reluctantly, Hae Kang finally joins the team. Unexpectedly, as time goes by, Hae Kang discovers his love for badminton. He also finds friends who make his days full of laughter and joy.

2. 2521

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2521 (TWENTY FIVE TWENTY ONE) was one of the popular dramas in 2022. This drama is considered a complete package because it presents unique and diverse stories about love, friendship, aspirations, with touches of comedy here and there.

The story focuses on the life of Na Hee Do, a young woman who aspires to be the best fencer. In addition, there is Baek Yi Jin, a man who is facing difficulties in life. The two of them, brought together by fate, support each other in achieving their goals. But it's not just about Na Hee Do and Baek Yi Jin, there is also the story of their three friends, Ko Yu Rim, Moon Ji Ung, and Ji Seung Wan, which adds to the excitement and interest of the story.

3. WEIGHTLIFTING FAIRY KIM BOK JOO

WEIGHTLIFTING FAIRY KIM BOK-JOO is a recommendation for a Korean comedy drama that tells the story of the next school life. This drama tells the story of Kim Bok Joo, a small-bodied weightlifter like a fairy. In her club, Kim Bok Joo has two funny and loyal friends.

In addition, Kim Bok Joo also has a school friend named Kim Joon Hyung who is also a swimmer. Although at first they were just friends, gradually all those feelings changed. Instead, Bok Joo and Joon Hyung secretly develop a romantic relationship hidden from their friends and family.

4. TRUE BEAUTY

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TRUE BEAUTY is a drama that revolves around the genres of comedy, drama, and romance. This drama is also an adaptation of a popular webtoon with the same title. In general, TRUE BEAUTY tells the story of Lim Ju Kyung, a high school student who often lacks confidence in her appearance due to past bullying.

Ju Kyung eventually decides to hide her true face with self-taught makeup. With makeup, Ju Kyung becomes a beautiful and charming woman. She moves to a new school and starts a new life. At that school, Ju Kyung meets friends and a boy who later becomes her boyfriend. However, fearing that the old bullying will happen again, Ju Kyung decides to keep her true face a secret.

5. REPLY 1997

Who doesn't like the REPLY series? Every K-drama fan surely loves it. Among the REPLY series, there is one that focuses on the lives of high school teenagers, which is REPLY 1997. In this drama series, it mostly showcases the stories of school children during the time when the K-pop industry in South Korea started to thrive. At that time, excessive fandom phenomenon began to emerge.

The focus of the story of this drama is on the female high school students. One of the characters, Sung Shi Won, idolizes the boyband HOT along with her five high school friends. As a teenager, Shi Won is obsessed with this boy band. Now at the age of 33, Shi Won and her gang of friends try to reminisce about their high school memories during a reunion.

Just like other REPLY drama series, REPLY 1997 is also filled with funny scenes that invite laughter!

6. REPLY 1998

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REPLY 1988 is one of the enjoyable Korean dramas that has a deep meaning that should not be missed. This story takes place in a neighborhood called Ssamundong in 1988, where several families live side by side.

The children from these families grow up together, forming warm and playful friendships. Funny stories about friendship, family, and romance will entertain and touch the hearts of viewers. The sincere characters in this drama will surely make viewers fall in love.

7. LOVE REVOLUTION

LOVE REVOLUTION is a romantic comedy drama starring Park Ji Hoon, adapted from a popular webtoon with the same title as WEAK HERO CLASS. This drama follows the story of Gong Joo Young, a high school student who moves to a new place with the help of two friends, Lee Kyung Woo and Kim Byung Hoon.

When Gong Joo Young accidentally sees Wang Ja Rim, a girl who catches his attention, their relationship starts to develop after meeting on a bus. Gong Joo Young tries to get Wang Ja Rim's attention and love, and their relationship becomes romantic, funny, and adorable after they start dating.

8. SCHOOL 2017

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SCHOOL 2017 offers a more interesting story. This drama focuses on the lives of students at Geumdo High School who face a lot of pressure and unfair treatment based on their rankings. The students struggle to find their own way to overcome this frustration. In addition, the school is also trapped in a corrupt system and high pressure.

The main character, Ra Eun-ho, a cheerful teenager who aspires to become a webtoon artist, is involved in the search for a mysterious troublemaker at school known as 'Student X'.

9. SCHOOL GIRL DETECTIVES

Drama Korea SCHOOL GIRL DETECTIVES has a unique story, as it combines the detective and mystery genres in a school setting. SCHOOL GIRL DETECTIVES tells the story of five female students who act as detectives in a private high school.

These five students try to solve bullying problems among the students in their school. However, as time goes by, they are forced to face more challenging, mysterious, and exciting cases.

10. EXTRAORDINARY YOU

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The drama EXTRAORDINARY YOU tells the story of a high school student named Eun Dan-oh who discovers that she and everyone in her school are characters in a comic.

In the comic, Dan-oh, who has a weak heart condition, is destined to die soon. Of course, Dan-oh does not accept her fate. Dan-Oh eventually decides to create her own path by defying the existing storyline and searching for true love.

Those are some recommendations for Korean comedy dramas that feature the lives of school children. Enjoy watching!

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