8 Dramas About the Journalist World with Exciting Stories, from Mystery Investigation Cases - Highlighting the Dark Side Behind the Scenes

Kapanlagi.com - There are many Korean dramas that take on a background of professions, one of which is dramas about the journalist world. For those of you who are interested in stories about journalists, the following list of dramas about the journalist world can be a great choice.

Yes, dramas about the journalist world don't only focus on stories in the office. However, some dramas about the journalist world discuss exciting mystery cases for you to follow, from corruption to murder.

For those of you who are curious, here is a list of dramas about the journalist world with exciting stories. From stories about mystery investigation cases to highlighting the dark side behind the scenes.

1. PINOCCHIO (2014)

Drama Pinocchio (credit: imdb.com)

Rating	8.1 IMDB
Episode	20 episode
Durasi	58 minutes
Tayang	Netflix, WeTV, iQIYI, VIKI, Vidio, VIU
Pemain	Lee Jong Suk, Park Shin Hye, Kim Young Kwang

Korean Drama PINOCCHIO is a story about Choi Dal Po and Choi In Ha, two young journalists who fight against fake news and scandals in a television station. Dal Po has a tragic past that drives his desire to uncover the truth, while In Ha has Pinocchio syndrome that makes her unable to lie.

They work together to expose corruption in the world of journalism, while dealing with personal conflicts and weaving their romantic relationship. This drama explores the themes of integrity and honesty in mass media while presenting an intriguing love story and conflicts. It is a drama about the world of journalists that you shouldn't miss.

2. HEALER (2014)

Drama Healer (credit: imdb.com)

Rating	8.5 IMDB
Episode	20 episodes
Duration	60 minutes
Aired	Netflix, iQIYI, Vidio, VIU, Prime Video, Kocowa, VIKI, Apple TV
Cast	Ji Chang Wook, Park Min Young, Yoo Ji Tae

Korean drama HEALER tells the story of Seo Jung Hoo, a freelance worker who acts as a "Healer," a highly skilled paid investigator. When he is assigned to uncover the secrets of a journalist's past, Chae Young Shin, he becomes involved in a series of events that unveil a major conspiracy.

Throughout his journey, Jung Hoo strives to protect Young Shin, and together they uncover dark truths. This drama combines elements of action, romance, and mystery, while exploring hidden and touching stories from the past, captivating the hearts of the audience. It is also a drama about the world of journalism that you shouldn't miss.

3. JEALOUSY INCARNATE (2016)

Drama Jealousy Incarnate (credit: imdb.com)

Rating	7.8 IMDB
Episode	24 episodes
Duration	60 minutes
Aired	Netflix, VIKI, iQIYI, VIU
Cast	Jo Jung Suk, Gong Hyo Jin, Go Kyung Pyo

Then there is another drama about the world of journalists, the Korean drama JEALOUSY INCARNATE. This drama tells the complicated love triangle between Lee Hwa Shin, a talented and ambitious reporter, Pyo Na Ri, a cheerful weather broadcast assistant, and Go Jung Won, a secretly loving Na Ri wealthy heir.

Love conflicts and career competition become the center of the story as the three of them compete for each other's hearts and attention. This drama combines comedy and romantic drama elements, taking viewers into the world of media competition and complex emotions in relationships. It also becomes a popular drama about the world of journalists.

4. ARGON (2017)

Drama Argon (credit: imdb.com)

Rating	7.3 IMDB
Episode	8 episode
Durasi	70 minutes
Tayang	Netflix
Pemain	Kim Joo Hyuk, Chun Woo Hee, Shin Hyun Bin

Drama about the world of journalists, the next drama is titled ARGON. This drama tells the story of journalists in a TV station. It focuses on news readers and reporters who are assigned to lead an investigative team for the Argon program. Kim Baek Jin, a senior reporter who is skilled and competent, is the main character.

Unfortunately, he is transferred from the program he has been working on due to his superior's orders. Lee Yeon Hwa, a junior reporter, replaces him. However, Yeon Hwa still sees Baek Jin as a role model. Moreover, the Argon program faces various challenges in uncovering several cases. Facts and truths are often concealed by certain parties.

5. FALSIFY (2017)

Drama Falsify (credit: imdb.com)

Rating	7.1 IMDB
Episode	32 episode
Durasi	35 minutes
Tayang	VIKI, Netflix, VIU
Pemain	Namkoong Min, Yoo Joon Sang, Uhm Ji Won

Drama about the world of journalism titled FALSIFY is also interesting for you to follow. Carrying the thriller genre, this drama tells the story of Han Moo Young who works as a reporter to uncover the truth and seek revenge for his brother's murder. This drama also showcases the collaboration between the media and prosecutors in solving the murder case. With an intense storyline, this story remains exciting to follow.

6. BIG ISSUE (2019)

Drama Big Issue (credit: imdb.com)

Rating	7.6 IMDB
Episode	32 episodes
Duration	35 minutes
Airing	Kocowa, VIKI, VIU, Apple TV
Cast	Han Ye Seul, Joo Jin Mo, Shin So Yool

Korean drama BIG ISSUE tells the story of Han Suk Joo, a talented former photographer who becomes a paparazzi. He loses everything due to scandal and alcoholism. However, a second chance arises when he meets Ji Soo Hyun, a magazine editor who offers him a job.

They work together to uncover various celebrity scandals and face various challenges in the world of journalism. This drama depicts Suk Joo's struggle to regain his dignity and uncover the truth behind sensational news, while exploring the aspects of morality and ethics in the media world.

7. HUSH (2020)

Drama Hush (credit: imdb.com)

Rating	6.8 IMDB
Episode	16 episodes
Duration	70 minutes
Airing	Prime Video, iQIYI
Cast	Yoona Girls Generation, Hwang Jung Min

Drama HUSH is also one of the dramas about the world of journalists. This drama portrays the lives of journalists as they face real challenges and the stories of media company employees. HUSH will tell the story of a journalist who is torn between upholding justice or following the harsh reality.

8. MY PERFECT STRANGER (2023)

drama My Perfect Stranger (credit: imdb.com)

Rating	8.1 IMDB
Episode	16 episodes
Duration	70 minutes
Airing	VIKI, VIU
Cast	Kim Dong Wook, Jin Ki Joo, Seo Ji Hye

And the drama about the journalist world is the latest drama MY PERFECT STRANGER. This drama tells the story of Yoon Hae Joon, he is the youngest announcer ever to work at his broadcasting station. He has a calm and straightforward attitude as a journalist.

In addition, Hae Joon is also kind-hearted in his personal life. Then there is Baek Yoon Young who aspires to be a writer but ends up working at a publishing company. Until both of them are brought together in a unique way.

Somehow, they both travel back to the year 1987. There, Yoon Hae Joon tries to uncover the truth behind a serial murder case while Baek Yoon Young tries to prevent her parents from getting married. Eventually, they realize that their goals are connected to each other.

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