Recommendations for Korean Dramas Featuring Judges in Court, Recently 'THE JUDGE FROM HELL'

Kapanlagi.com - Among the many genres of Korean dramas that always manage to entertain viewers, dramas that carry themes of justice and court trials are equally captivating. Dramas with this theme reveal life in the courtroom as well as the conflicts faced by judges. These dramas provide a deep insight into the legal world and the moral dilemmas encountered in the judicial process.

The latest one is THE JUDGE FROM HELL with a plot that is slightly different from the others. This recommended Korean drama is guaranteed to make your binge-watching experience even more exciting.

What Korean dramas are there? Check out the list below!

1. 'THE JUDGE FROM HELL'

IMDb

Year: 2024

Rating: 7.9/10 IMDb

Synopsis:

THE JUDGE FROM HELL tells the story of Kang Bit Na (Park Shin Hye), a judge who becomes involved with supernatural powers to handle difficult cases. Bit Na strives to judge brutal criminals and uncover the truth behind a broken legal system.

Detective Han Da On (Kim Jae Young), who has a dark past, also uncovers a series of crimes related to supernatural powers. Together, they face powerful enemies, including the King of Hell, Bael, and other mythological creatures.

2. 'JUVENILE JUSTICE'

IMDb

Year: 2022

Rating: 7.9/10 IMDb

Synopsis:
JUVENILE JUSTICE raises the theme of the justice system for children and teenagers involved in criminal acts. It tells the story of Shim Eun Seok (Kim Hye Soo), a strict and principled judge. She is assigned to adjudicate cases involving juvenile offenders.

Eun Seok does not hesitate to impose harsh penalties on juvenile criminals and often clashes with her colleagues who tend to give lighter sentences. On the other hand, she also has to face the reality of a justice system that often protects juvenile offenders due to their status as children.

3. 'THE DEVIL JUDGE'

IMDb

Year: 2021

Rating: 8.3/10 IMDb

Synopsis:
Set in a dystopian world, THE DEVIL JUDGE tells the story of Judge Kang Yo Han (Ji Sung), who is known by the nickname The Devil Judge because he is very harsh in adjudicating criminal cases. Yo Han conducts trials openly, transforming court sessions into a television show broadcast live to the public, where viewers can vote to determine the punishment for the defendants. With a cold and merciless demeanor, Yo Han becomes a symbol of justice for some, but also a source of fear for others.

4. 'MS. HAMMURABI'

IMDb

Year: 2018

Rating: 7.4/10 IMDb

Synopsis:
This drama tells the story of the judicial system focusing on its 3 main characters. Park Cha Oh Reum (Go Ara), an idealistic young judge who always upholds the law fairly. Im Ba Reun (Kim Myung Soo), a senior judge who prefers to follow strict rules rather than social justice.

Han Seok Hyun (Sung Dong Il), an authoritative senior judge, but more flexible in handling his cases. The drama MS. HAMMURABI highlights social injustice, pressures in the legal world, and the conflicts that often occur in the courtroom.

5. 'YOUR HONOR'

IMDb

Year: 2018

Rating: 7.5/10 IMDb

Synopsis:
This Korean drama tells the story of a young judge who must face moral dilemmas and complicated family conflicts. Han Soo Ho (Yoon Shi Yoon) is a highly talented judge known for his fair judgments.

His life as a man with an honorable life changes drastically when he has to take the place of his twin, Han Kang Ho (also played by Yoon Shi Yoon), who has a criminal background. Soo Ho secretly assumes Kang Ho's identity and begins to live life as a judge. As he carries out his duties, Soo Ho faces an inner conflict struggling between maintaining his original identity or revealing the truth.

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