If you’ve watched even a few Korean fantasy dramas, you know how addictive they can be. One moment it’s a simple love story, and the next there are past lives, supernatural powers, gods walking among humans, or time slipping out of control. Somehow, it always works, and before you know it, you’re emotionally invested and hitting “next episode” again.
Over the years, fantasy K-dramas have given us some truly unforgettable shows. Some are romantic, some are intense, and some balance both perfectly. If you love this genre as much as I do, this list of the top 10 Korean fantasy dramas brings together the must-watch titles.
10. The Bride of the Water God
‘The Bride of the Water God‘ is one of those fantasy romances that leans hard into destiny and emotions. A water god named Ha-baek comes to the human world to collect sacred stones so he can claim his place among the gods. Confident and dramatic, he clearly doesn’t know how humans work. So-ah, a psychiatrist who doesn’t believe in gods at all, ends up tied to him in ways she never expected.
Their relationship starts with frustration and confusion, but slowly turns into something deeper. Ha-baek begins to feel loneliness, love, and pain for the first time. If you enjoy god-human romances and emotional fantasy stories, this one is an easy watch.
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9. The Legend of the Blue Sea
‘The Legend of the Blue Sea‘ feels like a fantasy love story straight out of a fairytale. A mermaid from the Joseon era ends up in the modern world and meets a charming conman. Their connection runs deeper than they realise. Past and present are tied together through reincarnation, which makes the romance feel larger than life.
Funny moments balance out the danger and sadness, especially as old memories begin to come up. The chemistry between the leads is a big reason fans still love this drama. Romance, humour, mystery, and fantasy all come together smoothly.
8. My Love From the Star
‘My Love From the Star‘ is a classic for a reason. An alien who has lived on Earth for hundreds of years crosses paths with a top actress whose career and personal life are falling apart. Cheon Song-yi is dramatic and unintentionally funny. While Do Min-joon is distant and hiding a huge secret. Living next door slowly pulls them into each other’s lives.
As Min-joon’s time on Earth starts to run out, the love story becomes more intense. If fantasy romance with comedy is your comfort zone, this one never disappoints.
7. Queen In Hyun’s Man
A Joseon-era scholar keeps slipping into modern Seoul whenever his life is in danger. During one of these moments, he meets an actress whose career is slowly losing momentum. Knowing they belong to different eras adds tension to their relationship.
Chemistry between the leads carries the story beautifully. Many fans still call this an underrated gem because of how sincere the romance feels. For viewers who enjoy emotional love stories mixed with time travel, ‘Queen In Hyun’s Man‘ is an ideal recommendation.
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6. Arthdal Chronicles
Power struggles, tribal conflicts, and ambition drive the story in ‘Arthdal Chronicles‘ as a new civilisation forms. Eun-seom is born under a dangerous prophecy and grows up facing constant hardship.
Multiple characters fight for control, survival, and leadership, which makes the drama feel intense. Politics, betrayal, and loyalty are just as important as the fantasy elements and help viewers fully step into this ancient setting. The scale is much larger than typical fantasy K-dramas, which gives it a saga-like feel.
5. Light Shop
‘Light Shop‘ is about a mysterious lamp store that draws people who are caught between life and death. Each visitor carries unfinished feelings and personal regrets. Every episode focuses on different stories and slowly reveals how the characters are connected.
The shop owner always seems to know more than he says. Rather than relying on shock or big twists, Light Shop focuses on what people hold onto and what they need to let go of. If you enjoy fantasy stories that are more emotional, it’s a must-watch.
4. Goblin
Few fantasy dramas are as loved as ‘Goblin,’ and it’s easy to see why. The story is about Kim Shin, an immortal goblin cursed to live forever because of his past. The only way he can finally rest is by meeting his destined bride, the only person who can remove the sword stuck in his chest.
And that bride turns out to be Ji Eun-tak, a cheerful but lonely girl who can see ghosts after narrowly escaping death as a child. Goblin moves between past and present, and shows how love, regret, and fate repeat across lifetimes.
3. Alchemy of Souls
From the very first episode, ‘Alchemy of Souls‘ pulls you into its magical world. Set in the fictional country of Daeho, the drama is about a forbidden spell that allows souls to switch bodies. After an accident, a powerful assassin named Nak-su ends up trapped inside the body of a weak servant, Mu-deok.
Hiding her true identity, she becomes the secret teacher of Jang Uk. As they train together, their bond grows stronger and turns into a slow-burning romance. The fantasy is rich, the romance is emotional, and the characters are easy to relate to.
2. Twinkling Watermelon
‘Twinkling Watermelon‘s story is all about a CODA boy who suddenly travels back in time and meets his parents during their school days. Seeing them as teenagers instead of authority figures slowly changes how he understands his own family.
Music plays an important role in bringing people closer, especially between the boy and his father. There are no confusing rules or heavy twists. By the end, the drama leaves a comforting feeling and a deeper appreciation for family.
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1. Behind Your Touch
The drama in ‘Behind Your Touch‘ revolves around a veterinarian who suddenly gains a strange ability to see people’s past memories through physical contact. But life in a small town takes a darker turn when crimes begin to happen. Teaming up with a sharp but doubtful detective, she gets pulled into solving cases that slowly point toward a serial killer.
Humour, suspense, and fantasy are balanced well throughout the drama. The characters are easy to like, and the plot never feels dragged out. Behind Your Touch is a great option if you want something quirky without losing the excitement of a mystery storyline.
