6 Latest Interesting Drama with Autistic Characters to Follow

Kapanlagi.com - Korean dramas often carry various themes that may be rarely noticed. One of them is dramas with autistic characters. In recent years, there have been many titles that carry the theme.

This drama with autistic characters also has an interesting story to follow. Even the main character, who may have often experienced discrimination, is able to show another side and his greatness.

Now, if you are curious about the latest recommendations for dramas with autistic characters, please read the following information.

1. CRASH COURSE IN ROMANCE (2023)

Drama with Autistic Characters (Credit: Mydramalist)

Rating	8.4/10 Mydramalist
Durasi	1 hour 15 minutes
Episode	16
Air Date	Netflix, tvN
Cast	Jeon Do Yeon, Jung Kyung Ho, Lee Bong Ryun

CRASH COURSE IN ROMANCE is a Korean drama that tells the story of Nam Haeng-sun (Jeon Do-yeon), a national athlete who later changes professions by opening a food store. Unexpectedly, Nam Haeng-sun's life intersects with Choi Chi-yeol (Jung Kyung-ho), the most phenomenal instructor in the world of private education.

After their meeting, their lives change. Unexpectedly, there is a romantic atmosphere that emerges between Nam Haeng-sun and Choi Chi-yeol. Speaking of a drama with an autistic character, CRASH COURSE IN ROMANCE also has a character named Nam Jae Woo (Oh Eui Sik), the younger brother of Nam Haeng-sun (Jeon Do Yeon).

2. EXTRAORDINARY ATTORNEY WOO (2022)

Rating	9.0/10 Mydramalist
Duration	1 hour 17 minutes
Episodes	16
Aired	ENA, Netflix
Cast	Park Eun Bin, Kang Tae Oh, Kang Ki Young

Next, there is a drama recommendation with autistic characters titled EXTRAORDINARY ATTORNEY WOO. This drama tells the story of a character named Woo Young-woo (Park Eun-bin). He becomes the first lawyer in Korea with autism syndrome. He deserves it because he also has outstanding achievements as the top student at the National Seoul University Law School.

Due to the autism syndrome he has, Young-woo often faces discrimination from his colleagues at work. Young-woo is determined to prove his talent and capability as a persistent lawyer in defending his clients. With this condition, he is able to present unique ideas and perspectives to defend clients in the cases he handles.

3. OUR BLUES (2022)

Drama with Autistic Character (Credit: Mydramalist)

Rating	8.7/10 Mydramalist
Durasi	1 hour 10 minutes
Episode	20
Airing	Netflix, tvN, TVING
Cast	Lee Byung Hun, Shin Min Ah, Cha Seung Won, Lee Jung Eun

Although not the main character, OUR BLUES is also a drama with an autistic character. In general, this drama tells the story of several characters who face unique personal problems. One of the story focuses on the relationship between Han Su and Eun Hui. They have a long history of friendship.

However, obstacles arise when Han Su is married and has a daughter who is studying golf at a school abroad. Obsessed with making his daughter a famous golfer, Han Su must struggle with significant financial difficulties. Later, Han Su reunites with Eun Hui. Fate brings them together after Eun Hui achieves success in various businesses. They become closer.

Now, in this drama, there is a character named Lee Yeong Hui (Jung Eun Hye) who has autism. However, she is able to show extraordinary talent in painting.

4. SEMANTIC ERROR (2022)

Rating	8.2/10 Mydramalist
Duration	25 minutes
Episodes	8
Aired	Apple TV, Viki
Cast	Park Seo Ham, Park Jae Chan, Song Ji Oh

SEMANTIC ERROR is also one of the dramas with an interesting autistic character to watch. Actually, this drama does not explicitly identify its main character as an individual with autism. However, the characteristics of the character are similar to someone with autism syndrome.

The character in question is Chu Sang-woo (Park Jae-chan), a computer science student who tends to be rigid and highly emphasizes obedience to rules. At one point, Sang-woo and his group are assigned to complete a specific project. However, only Sang-woo is truly involved in the work. He decides to remove the names of the other members from the project.

This triggers the anger of Jang Jae-young (Park Seo-ham), a design student. The stark contrast in their personalities actually creates an attraction between them.

5. MOVE TO HEAVEN (2021)

Drama with Autistic Characters (Credit: Mydramalist)

Rating	9.2/10 Mydramalist
Durasi	52 minutes
Episode	10
Tayang	Netflix
Pemain	Lee Je Hoon, Tang Jun Sang, Hong Seung Hee

MOVE TO HEAVEN is a recommended drama with an autistic character that you shouldn't miss. In general, this drama is about Han Geu-ru (Tang Jun-sang), who suffers from autism, more precisely Asperger's syndrome. Nevertheless, he grows up to be a genius child with fast memorization abilities.

Together with his father, he runs a business cleaning the houses of deceased people. After his father's death, Geu-ru has to live with his uncle whom he hasn't seen in a long time. Various unique and heartwarming stories can be seen in this drama.

6. IT'S OKAY TO NOT BE OKAY (2020)

Rating	8.9/10 Mydramalist
Duration	1 hour 15 minutes
Episodes	16
Aired	Netflix, tvN
Cast	Kim Soo Hyun, Seo Yea Ji, Oh Jung Se

Talking about drama recommendations with autistic characters, IT'S OKAY TO NOT BE OKAY could be the answer. The character's name is Moon Sang-tae (Lee Kyu-sung). He is the older brother of the main character Moon Gang-tae (Kim Soo-hyun) who works as a nurse at a specialized mental hospital.

The relationship between Sang-tae and Gang-tae doesn't always go smoothly. Gang-tae has experienced feelings of jealousy towards Sang-tae because he receives more attention from their parents. In addition, Gang-tae also feels exhausted from the responsibility of taking care of Sang-tae, who has autism syndrome. However, through time, they manage to overcome various challenges and finally live harmoniously, supporting and loving each other.

This drama becomes even more interesting with the presence of a female character named Ko Moon Young, a children's fairy tale book writer with explosive emotions.

So, KLovers, those are a series of latest dramas with interesting stories featuring autistic characters that are worth following.

(kpl/ans)