7 Dramas with a Plot Almost Similar to REVENANT, Have a Horror Story that is Equally Hair-Raising

Kapanlagi.com - The drama REVENANT is one of the Korean horror genre dramas that is very popular in 2023. It even becomes one of the horror Korean dramas that is highly praised for the terror it provides. However, besides REVENANT, there are also dramas with a plot that is almost similar to this.

Yes, these horror dramas tell stories about evil demons, the extermination of demons that endanger humans, and even exorcism or the expulsion of demons from the human body when possessed. The drama REVENANT itself tells the story of the character Ku San Young who is possessed by one of the demons.

And the character Yeom Hae Sang can see the demon that possesses Ku San Young. They try to find out the truth behind the mysterious deaths related to five sacred objects. They are not alone, there is also Lee Hong Sae, a lieutenant in the violent crime investigation team.

Now, for those of you who are curious about the dramas with a plot that is almost similar, here is a list of dramas with a plot that is almost similar to REVENANT with terrifying horror stories. Come on, let's check it out KLovers.

1. THE GUEST (2018)

Drama The Guest (credit: imdb.com)

Rating	8.1 IMDB
Episode	16 episodes
Duration	67 minutes
Aired	Netflix, WeTV
Cast	Kim Dong Wook, Kim Jae Wook, Jung Eun Chae

Drama with a plot that is almost similar to REVENANT is the drama titled THE GUEST. This drama tells the story of Yoon Hwa Pyung who was raised in a family that follows Shamanism teachings. With his father being a Shaman or sorcerer or witchcraft expert, Hwa Pyung has learned a lot about the existence of spirits around him.

One of them is a demon with the nickname 'Shon' which means 'Guest'. Hwa Pyung's father told him that he should be careful with the presence of Shon. Because, Shon is able to command other demons to possess humans and make them commit wicked acts. As a result, Hwa Pyung becomes a victim of the evil of that demon.

Not the only victim of Shon, at almost the same time, two families also experienced similar incidents. Kang Kil Young and Choi Yoon lost their parents who were killed by the demon. And twenty years later, fate brings these three people together when the terror strikes again.

2. PRIEST

Drama Priest (credit: imdb.com)

Rating	7.1 IMDB
Episode	16 episode
Durasi	60 minutes
Tayang	OCN
Pemain	Yeon Woo Jin, Jung Yoo Mi, Park Yong Woo

Drama PRIEST tells the story of Oh Soo Min, a young Catholic priest who is devoted and full of energy. He is a member of 634 Regia. The group unofficially performs exorcisms. In the past, his own mother was possessed by a demon. He couldn't accept exorcism and as a result, she died.

After that, Oh Soo Min is taught by Priest Moon Ki Sun on how to perform exorcisms. Moon Ki Sun is the one who formed 634 Regia. Meanwhile, Ham Eun Ho becomes a doctor after her family experiences an unfortunate accident. She wants to save lives.

Now, Ham Eun Ho works in the emergency room of a hospital. Ham Eun Ho doesn't believe in God, but she witnesses supernatural phenomena and meets Priest Oh Soo Min. She faces a big change in her life. And it becomes a drama with a plot that is almost similar to another REVENANT.

3. THE CURSED (2020)

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Rating	7.1 IMDB
Episode	12 episodes
Duration	63 minutes
Airing	iQIYI, Netflix, WeTV
Cast	Uhm Ji Won, Jung Ji So, Sung Dong Il

Drama THE CURSED tells the story of Im Jin Hee, an enthusiastic reporter, who sets out to do what is right. She covers a violence case involving Forest, the largest IT company in South Korea. The Chairman of Forest is Jin Jong Hyun, who heavily relies on sorcery.

During her investigation, Im Jin Hee learns about a spiritual consulting company affiliated with Forest. The head of the affiliated company is Jin Kyung. While trying to uncover the secrets behind Forest, Im Jin Hee encounters So Jin, who is possessed by spirits and has special abilities.

4. THE UNCANNY COUNTER (2020)

Drama The Uncanny Counter (credit: imdb.com)

Rating	8.1 IMDB
Episode	16 episode
Durasi	70 minutes
Airing	Netflix
Cast	Cho Byeong Kyu, Yoo Joon Sang, Kim Se Jeong

Drama with a plot similar to other REVENANT dramas is THE UNCANNY COUNTER. This drama tells the story of a group of people who join together to become demon hunters. They are tasked with finding and releasing evil spirits that have escaped from the afterlife to gain immortality.

The targets of these evil spirits are the souls of evil humans, murderers, or humans with strong desires to kill. The four characters are named Ga Mo Tak, Do Ha Na, Choo Mae Ok, and So Mun. In order to cover up their terrifying task, they intentionally pretend to manage a noodle shop.

5. SELL YOUR HAUNTED HOUSE (2021)

Drama Sell Your Haunted House (credit: imdb.com)

Rating	7.6 IMDB
Episode	16 episode
Durasi	70 minutes
Tayang	Vidio, VIU, Netflix, VIKI, Kocowa, Prime Video
Pemain	Jang Nara, Jung Yong Hwa, Kang Hong Suk

Drama with a plot that is almost similar to the next REVENANT there is a drama titled SELL YOUR HAUNTED HOUSE. This drama tells the story of Ji Ah, a woman who inherits the ability to exorcise demons from her mother and the owner of Daebak Realty, a company that specializes in selling haunted houses. Ji Ah appears perfect and brilliant, but her temper is uncontrollable.

One day, Ji Ah meets a scammer named In Beom who specializes in scamming exorcisms. Late at night when Daebak Realty is operating, In Beom visits Ji Ah to make an offer. He suggests that they work exclusively together to sell houses haunted by vengeful spirits and lingering ghosts.

6. MONSTROUS (2022)

Drama Monstrous (credit: imdb.com)

Rating	4.7 IMDB
Episode	6 episodes
Duration	40 minutes
Airing	VIU
Cast	Koo Kyo Hwan, Shin Hyun Bin, Kim Ji Young

Recommended drama with a plot similar to REVENANT, there is also the drama MONSTROUS. This drama presents a mysterious and creepy story of an archaeologist who is interested in searching for something supernatural. However, his life changes into something strange and terrifying due to a tragedy.

Jung Ki Hoon then goes to Jinyang County to study a Buddha statue possessed by an evil spirit, known as Gwibul. Here, they experience various creepy and strange events. Including Lee So Jin, his ex-wife who also faces similar incidents.

Not to mention in this remote village, they also meet the villagers who experience many unusual phenomena. This makes the drama MONSTROUS a must-watch drama with a plot similar to REVENANT that you shouldn't miss.

7. ISLAND (2022)

Drama Island (credit: imdb.com)

Rating	6.9 IMDB
Episode	12 episodes
Duration	55 minutes
Airing	Prime Video
Cast	Cha Eun Woo, Kim Nam Gil, Lee Da Hee

And a drama with a storyline similar to REVENANT is the drama ISLAND. This drama tells the story of human life threatened by the presence of evil demons. Meanwhile, three people will fight against the demons involving a half-demon human named Van, a priest named Johan, and Won Mi Ho, a woman predicted to be able to destroy the demons.

This drama has two seasons and has garnered quite a lot of attention. Not only does it provide a terrifying horror story, but also an amazing fantasy story. It's no wonder that the drama ISLAND is included as one of the dramas with a storyline similar to REVENANT that was popular at the end of 2022.

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