Full of Tension, Here Are 8 Korean Thriller Dramas Released in 2023 with the Highest IMDB Rating!

Kapanlagi.com - Written by Fadya Jasmin

The year 2023 is almost coming to an end, K-drama fans have been spoiled with a series of Korean drama titles officially released this year. Among the many Korean dramas that aired, there are several titles that carry the thriller genre, which makes the audience filled with tension and nervousness while watching. Thriller genre is one of the most liked genres by K-drama lovers. Featuring episodes full of mystery and tension, here are 8 Korean thriller dramas released in 2023 that have achieved high ratings according to IMDB, which one is your favorite?

1. MOVING (8,5)

MOVING credit: imdb.com

Korean drama MOVING is one of the releases in 2023 that is considered unique because it combines 7 genres. It is known that the drama MOVING incorporates the genres of thriller, fantasy, action, family, crime, romance, and mystery. The drama MOVING tells the story of a group of people with superpowers who work as agents for the NIS (National Intelligence Service). They are assigned to complete various impossible missions using their superpowers. The secret agency consists of three members, namely Lee Mi Hyeon, Jang Joo Won, and Kim Doo Shik.

One day, the NIS secret agents suddenly disappear and disband. Several years later, there is a high school student named Kim Bong Seok who possesses superpowers, and Bong Seok is the child of Lee Mi Hyeon. Directed by Park In Je, the drama MOVING stars a lineup of famous Korean actors and actresses, such as Ryu Seung Ryong, Han Hyo Joo, Jo In Sung, Cha Tae Hyun, Go Yoon Joong, and many others. After airing on August 9th, this Webtoon adaptation drama successfully achieved a high rating of 8.5/10 according to IMDB.

2. THE WORST EVIL (8.4)

THE WORST EVIL credit: imdb.com

The Korean drama titled THE WORST EVIL is a crime thriller genre drama that has received the highest rating according to IMDB. This drama tells the story of a police officer named Pak Joon Mo who is building a harmonious life by marrying Yu Eui Jeong. As a police officer, Park Joon Mo is assigned to go undercover in a criminal organization called Gangnam Crystal. Park Joon Mo tries to investigate the international drug trade conducted by this organization.

During the undercover operation, Park Joon Mo works as a subordinate to the leader of the organization named Jung Ki Cheol. Unexpectedly, it turns out that Park Jun Moo's wife, Yu Eui Jeong, is Jung Ki Cheol's first love. Directed by Han Dong Wook, the drama THE WORST EVIL successfully cast famous Korean actors such as Ji Chang Wook, Wi Ha Joon Lee Shin Ki, Bibi, and Im Se Mi. Upon its release, the drama successfully captured the attention of viewers and received a high rating of 8.4/10 according to IMDB.

3. BLOODHOUNDS (8.1)

BLOODHOUNDS credit: imdb.com

Korean drama BLOODHOUNDS is a thriller genre drama adapted from the webtoon of the same title by Jung Chan. This drama tells the story of two young boxers named Gun Woo and Woo Jin who work together to eradicate a ruthless loan shark that is causing a lot of trouble. Initially, Gun Woo and Woo Jin were rivals in a boxing match that ended up becoming friends.

Gun Woo, who is talented in boxing, has a mother who manages a café by the roadside. However, one day Gun Woo's mother becomes trapped in debt, which leads to threats from a loan shark named Kim Myung Gil. Released on June 9, 2023, BLOODHOUNDS drama is starred by popular Korean actors Woo Do Hwan, Lee Sang Yi, Kim Sae Ron, Park Sung Woong, and Hoe Jun Ho. After its release, this drama successfully achieved a high rating of 8.1/10 according to IMDB.

4. THE GLORY PART 2 (8.1)

THE GLORY PART 2 credit: imdb.com

Korean drama THE GLORY SEASON 2 is one of the highly anticipated dramas in 2023. Carrying the thriller genre, the drama THE GLORY, which has two seasons, first aired in 2022. Gaining incredible popularity, this drama finally released its second season on March 10, 2023. Drama THE GLORY SEASON 2 tells the continuation of the revenge story carried out by a woman named Moon Dong Eun against her former schoolmates who used to bully her.

Moon Dong Eun tries to find the people who witnessed the bullying that happened to her. In this endeavor, Moon Dong Eun is assisted by a plastic surgeon named Joo Yeo Jeong. Eventually, the bullies, such as Park Yeon Jin, Jeon Jae Jun, Lee Sa Ra, Choi Hye Jeong, and Son Myeong O, begin to receive retribution for their crimes against Moon Dong Eun. Drama THE GLORY SEASON 2, starring Song Hye Kyo, Lee Do Hyun, Lim Ji Yeon, and Park Sung Hoon, achieved a high rating of 8.1/10 according to IMDB.

5. TAXI DRIVER SEASON 2 (8.1)

TAXI DRIVER SEASON 2 credit: imdb.com

Get extraordinary enthusiasm, in 2023 the Korean drama TAXI DRIVER released the second season of this drama. The Korean drama TAXI DRIVER SEASON 2, which has a thriller action genre, tells the continuation of the story of the Taxi Rainbow members who help people who want to seek revenge because they don't get legal assistance. The Taxi Rainbow members collaborate to fight against their new enemies who deserve to be punished for their cruelty.

Directed by Lee Dan, the drama TAXI DRIVER SEASON 2 has successfully presented more amazing audio visuals. In this second season, there are new or returning actors and actresses, such as Lee Je Hoon, Kim Eui Sung, Pyo Ye Jin, and Shin Jae Ha. Featuring episodes that successfully make viewers excited while watching, this drama has achieved a rating of 8.1/10 according to IMDB.

6. REVENANT (7,9)

REVENANT credit: imdb.com

Korean drama REVENANT is one of the releases in 2023 that falls under the thriller horror genre. This drama tells the story of a woman named Gu San Yeong who studies diligently to pass the Civil Service exam. One day, Gu San Yeong and her mother, Yoon Gyeong Moon, attend the funeral of Gu Kang Mo, her father. Upon arriving at the funeral, Gu San Yeong receives her father's inheritance. Unexpectedly, after receiving her father's inheritance, Gu San Yeong experiences numerous mysterious deaths around her.

Gu San Yeong also experiences frequent possession and demonic influences, leading her to eventually meet Yeom Hae Sang. Yeom Hae Sang, a man with special abilities, has been able to see and hear spirits since he was young. They work together to uncover the mystery behind the numerous mysterious deaths. The drama REVENANT, starring Kim Tae Ri, Oh Jung Se, Hong Kyung, and Jin Sun Kyung, has received a rating of 7.9/10 on IMDB since its premiere in June 2023.

7. A BLOODY LUCKY DAY (7.9)

A BLOODY LUCKY DAY credit: imdb.com

Korean Drama A BLOODY LUCKY DAY has just aired on November 20th. This thriller drama tells the story of a taxi driver named Oh Taek who picks up a passenger named Geum Hyeok Soo. When getting in Oh Taek's taxi, Geum Hye Soo asks to be taken to the port city of Mokpo and even offers one million won to Oh Taek.

Unbeknownst to Oh Taek, Geum Hye Soo is actually a killer who is trying to escape and hide on a ship. Geum Hye Soo has just murdered a man and his case is being sought by many people. A mother named Hwang Soon Kyu is the mother of the man killed by Geum Hye Soo, and she is trying to find her son's killer. The drama A BLOODY LUCKY DAY, starring Yoo Yeon Seok, Lee Sun Min, and Lee Jung Eun, has achieved a high rating of 7.9/10 according to IMDB after its premiere.

8. CELEBRITY (7.4)

CELEBRITY credit: imdb.com

The Korean drama titled CELEBRITY is a thriller genre drama that has achieved high ratings according to IMDB. Having a mystery thriller genre, the drama CELEBRITY tells the story of a woman named Seo Ah Ri who is ambitious to become a popular celebrity. Having become a popular celebrity, Seo Ah Ri has experienced the fame and luxurious life. Seo Ah Ri works hard to maintain her profession as a celebrity.

However, in her career as a celebrity, Seo Ah Ri suddenly gets involved in a scandal and gets caught up in a glamorous life. Seo Ah Ri is caught up in the dark side of the entertainment world because many artists feel threatened by Seo Ah Ri. Directed by Kim Cheol Kyu, the drama CELEBRITY has been starred by a series of Korean actors and actresses, such as Park Gyu Young, Kam Min Hyuk, Lee Chung Ah, and Lee Dong Gun. Released on June 30, 2023, this drama has achieved a high rating of 7.4/10 according to IMDB.

JOIN THE WHATSAPP CHANNEL OF KAPANLAGI.COM SO YOU DON'T MISS UPDATES AND THE LATEST NEWS ABOUT THE ENTERTAINMENT WORLD IN THE COUNTRY AND ALSO ABROAD. CLICK HERE, KLOVERS!

(kpl/fdy)