Recommendations for 10 Exciting Korean Time Travel Dramas with Unique Stories

Kapanlagi.com - Time travel is a concept of moving forward or backward to different points in time, similar to how we move through space. Humans actually always move through time between the past, present, and future. Korean dramas often adopt this concept, as seen in several time travel Korean dramas listed below.

Yes, time travel has often been used in Korean dramas to solve mysteries, add intrigue, and push unique love stories. Stories that have themes about time travel always increase the excitement when past or future events mix with the present.

For KLovers looking for Korean dramas with the time travel genre or time differences, here is a list of time travel Korean dramas that can be entertaining. Let's check it out, KLovers.

1. 365: REPEAT THE YEAR (2020)

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The drama 365: REPEAT THE YEAR tells the story of a group of ten people who are given the opportunity to travel back one year into the past to reset their lives.

Among the participants who want to reset their lives are Ji Hyung Ju, a detective who wishes to return to the past to prevent the death of a close colleague, and Shin Ga Hyun, a webtoon artist who lost the ability to walk due to an accident.

However, problems arise as the participants begin to die one by one during the reset, prompting Hyung Ju and Ga Hyun to work together to uncover the mystery behind the reset. KLovers who want to watch the drama 365: REPEAT THE YEAR can do so through the VIU app.

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2. MR. QUEEN (2020)

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The drama MR. QUEEN begins with a modern-day setting featuring Jang Bong Hwan, played by Choi Jin Hyuk, an arrogant and rude chef working at the Blue House. One day, he finds himself in the body of a young Joseon woman, Kim Soyong, played by Shin Hye Sun, who is about to marry King Cheoljong (Kim Jung Hyun).

As Bong Hwan struggles to adapt to life as a Queen, he realizes that King Cheoljong has more unseen problems that others in the political world are unaware of. Although the storyline becomes more serious over time, the drama maintains its humor.

This drama is also filled with interesting and humorous supporting characters. From Soyong's growing bond with the palace maids and her mistress, to the relationship between the mistress and the royal chef. For KLovers who want to watch MR. QUEEN, you can watch it through the VIU and Netflix applications.

3. SIGNAL (2016)

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The next time travel Korean drama is titled SIGNAL. This drama features a rookie profiler, Park Hae Young, who accidentally discovers an old walkie-talkie. Through the walkie-talkie, he can communicate with a detective from the past, Lee Jae Han.

Together with Cha Soo Hyun, who was a rookie during Jae Han's time and is now a veteran detective, Hae Young and Jae Han set out to solve cold cases through their walkie-talkie transmissions. The impressive plot development and the extraordinary performances of the cast.

Jo Jin Woong's portrayal of the idealistic Lee Jae Han and his earnest and relentless pursuit of justice will break your heart. KLovers who want to watch the drama SIGNAL, you can watch it through the iQiYi, VIU, and Netflix apps.

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4. TUNNEL (2017)

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Park Kwang Ho, a detective in the 1980s, attempts to solve a series of murder cases in his hometown, but when he is about to catch the perpetrator in the tunnel where the last murder occurred, he is transported 30 years into the future.

The detective is confused by what he is experiencing and is almost in despair. Meanwhile, the murderer he is searching for remains at large, and Kwang Ho has no idea where the killer is. He ultimately tries desperately to solve the case in hopes of being brought back to the past.

KLovers who want to watch the drama TUNNEL can do so through the WeTV and VIU applications. It is one of the time travel Korean dramas that you definitely don't want to miss.

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5. MOON LOVERS: SCARLET HEART RYEO (2016)

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A woman from the 21st century drowns in a river and suddenly travels back in time a thousand years, finding herself in the body of another person, specifically as a member of the royal family, which immediately complicates her life.

Pretending to be someone else, from another time, and living by rules you do not know is quite a difficult and frightening task. Is that the price she must pay for her miraculous survival after drowning in the river during a solar eclipse?

Well, KLovers who want to watch this popular drama MOON LOVERS: SCARLET HEART RYEO can do so through the VIU app. It is a time travel Korean drama that is definitely worth watching.

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6. LIVE UP TO YOUR NAME (2017)

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The next time travel Korean drama is titled LIVE UP TO YOUR NAME. This drama, which aired in 2017, tells the story of Heo Im, a doctor with oriental techniques from the Joseon dynasty who is known for his expertise in acupuncture and moxibustion.

Unfortunately, his success is hindered by his low social status. Until one day, Heo Im experiences time travel and lives in the present. He meets Choi Yeon Kyung, a beautiful doctor who believes in modern medicine.

Many events occur that bring these two doctors from different time worlds closer together. This makes the drama LIVE UP TO YOUR NAME a time travel Korean drama that you definitely should not miss. KLovers who want to watch this drama can do so through the VIU, WeTV, and Netflix apps.

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7. ALICE (2020)

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The drama ALICE is also one of the next Korean time travel dramas. This drama ALICE tells the story of time travel through a room called Alice. The main focus is on the characters Park Jin Gyeom and Yoon Tae Yi.

Yes, Park Jin Gyeom is a detective who meets Yoon Tae Yi. This meeting leads them on an exciting and mysterious journey involving the future and the present. It becomes a sci-fi thriller Korean drama that you wouldn't want to miss.

For KLovers who are looking for a story like the drama ALICE and are interested in watching this drama, you can watch ALICE on several apps like VIU and Vidio.

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8. THE KING: ETERNAL MONARCH (2020)

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The drama THE KING ETERNAL MONARCH tells the story of a South Korean emperor who comes to a future world to close a parallel door. This door was opened by a demon released by a god into the human world.

The story follows Lee Gon, the Emperor of the modern Korean Empire, who tries to cross the barrier into an alternative reality where the Republic of Korea exists instead of the Kingdom. Lee Gon meets detective Jung Tae Eul, recognized from an ID card obtained during the turning point of his childhood after his father's murder.

Throughout his journey in this parallel world, there are many events that will make KLovers think hard. There are power struggles, politics, and love stories, making the drama THE KING: ETERNAL MONARCH a must-watch for you.

This drama THE KING: ETERNAL MONARCH is quite popular, even though it has a rather complicated story. It's a time travel Korean drama that KLovers shouldn't miss. If KLovers want to watch the drama THE KING: ETERNAL MONARCH, you can watch it on the Netflix app.

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9. SISYPHUS: THE MYTH (2021)

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This drama is a sci-fi and time travel genre drama. The drama SISYPHUS: THE MYTH tells the story of a time journey between a genius engineer named Han Tae Sool and his savior from the future, Kang Seo Hae.

As a handsome genius engineer, Han Tae Sool has a company called Quantum and Time Company. However, he is actually facing difficulties. Tae Sool's life changes after his older brother passes away. Since then, he has often acted eccentric and unusually.

Eventually, Tae Sool decides to find out the cause behind his brother's death. As Hae Tae Sool begins his journey, Kang Seo Hae from the future appears. And their journey begins. KLovers who want to watch this drama can do so through the Netflix app.

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10. TIMES (2021)

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The drama TIMES tells a mysterious story where two different time periods, namely 2020 and 2015, are connected to each other through a phone call. Lee Jin Woo is a man living in 2015. He works as a reporter and is always in pursuit of the truth. Then there is Seo Jung In, the daughter of South Korean President Seo Gi Tae.

One day, she magically manages to communicate with journalist Lee Jin Woo from five years ago through a phone call. Seo Jung In tries to prevent her father's death but instead uncovers a dangerous truth in the process. Thus, the drama TIMES becomes a must-watch Korean time travel drama. KLovers who want to watch the drama TIMES can do so through the iQiYi app.

Those are some Korean time travel dramas that KLovers can watch for entertainment. Not only do they present unique love stories across different times and eras, but they also feature intriguing murder case-solving stories that are exciting to follow.

11. TOMORROW WITH YOU

TOMORROW WITH YOU is a 2017 Korean romantic fantasy drama. What makes this drama exciting is that it combines time travel with a touching love story, starring Lee Je-hoon and Shin Min-ah.

Yoo So-joon, a successful real estate company CEO, discovers his ability to time travel through an old subway car while returning from his wedding in the future. He sees himself and his wife tragically dying on March 25, 2019, and decides to marry Song Ma-rin, a wedding photographer who survived the subway accident with him seven years ago, to change his fate.

12. LOVELY RUNNER

LOVELY RUNNER is a popular 2024 Korean drama in the time travel romantic fantasy genre, starring Kim Hye Yoon and Byeon Woo Seok, adapted from the web novel The Best Tomorrow. With an exciting storyline that stirs emotions, it guarantees to keep you watching this drama until the end.

Im Sol (Kim Hye Yoon), a huge fan of idol Ryu Sun Jae (Byeon Woo Seok) from the band Eclipse, is devastated when Sun Jae commits suicide in 2023 after a hand injury ruins his career. Mysteriously, Sol is thrown back to the past to their high school era in 2008, determined to prevent Sun Jae’s suicide and her own accident, even though time freezes if she reveals future secrets. Their love story also makes the audience feel all the emotions.

13. A TIME CALLED YOU

The drama A TIME CALLED YOU aired on Netflix in 2023. The genre offered is mystery romance time travel, adapted from the Taiwanese drama SOMEDAY OR ONE DAY, with a concept of time travel via a mysterious cassette tape.

Han Jun-hee (Jeon Yeo-been) mourns the death of her boyfriend Ko Yeon-jun (Ahn Hyo-seop) in a plane crash a year ago in 2023. She receives a cassette tape with the song Gather My Tears that sends her back to 1998, entering the body of Kwon Min-ju, a shy high school student who is about to be murdered. Curious about the full story? Hurry up and watch it!

14. GO BACK COUPLE

GO BACK COUPLE is one of the Korean dramas with a time travel theme that has successfully captured attention and gained high popularity. For fans of Jang Nara, this drama is definitely a must-watch.

The story focuses on a married couple who travel back in time and are given the chance to relive their past, ultimately realizing how precious every second in life is. Not just romantic, Go Back Couple also brings an emotional touch.

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