Currently, most countries in the world are on lockdown due to the coronavirus pandemic. More people are obliged to do their work from home and almost everyone on the planet is obliged to stay within the confines of their houses. In a time wherein social distancing is strictly implemented, the Internet is jam-packed with online users.
Because of this high demand, several streaming platforms are stocking up their content supplies to keep people entertained while waiting for this pandemic to be over. We give you the latest Netflix Korean shows that you can stream, and just because you're in isolation doesn't mean you have to watch alone. You can opt to have an online Netflix Party where you can stream movies together with your friends through a digital chat room.
Since February 2020, the Korean drama series such as "Crash Landing on You", "Kingdom" and "Itaewon Class" have been topping the charts on Netflix. "Kingdom" Season 2 which is a zombie thriller set in the Joseon Dynasty era garnered a lot of international attention for its release during the coronavirus pandemic outbreak.
"Kingdom" is only a six-episode series that you can finish in a day, so to satisfy the viewers' cravings and fill in the remaining hours and days of quarantine, Netflix will be releasing three new Korean series and one Korean film in the coming weeks.
- "Rugal"
This action drama is helmed by director Kang Cheol Woo. "Rugal" is based from a webtoon with the same title. It is the story about a police officer transforming into a human weapon after his wife was murdered. Kang Ki-Beom portrayed by Choi Jin-Hyuk joined "Rugal" which is a special organization. Upon entering into the group Kang Ki-Beom was implanted with artificial eyes with special abilities. Kang Ki-Beom and his team were then set out on a mission to take down a criminal organization.
- "The King: Eternal Monarch" (April 2020)
"The King: Eternal Monarch" is the comeback project of the ever handsome actor Lee Min Ho after he was discharged from his military service. This drama is a romantic fantasy genre that centers the story on two main characters coming from a parallel universe. It is very much anticipated by many not only because of its amazing cast but also because of the famous writer of the story, screenwriter Kim Eun-suk who also penned the hit drama "Goblin" and "Descendants of the Sun".
- "It's Okay to Not Be Okay" (June 2020)
This drama is starred by actor Kim Soo-hyun and actress Seo Ye-ji. The drama portrays a one of a kind relationship between a psychiatric hospital attendant who carries a heavyweight of the mental burden from his patients and a loveless children's book author who is innocent and knows nothing about LOVE.
- Plus a bonus film: "Time to Hunt"
The crime thriller drama "Time to Hunt" is a story about four friends who try to get away from a dystopian city they are living with a courageous plan but end ups being a prey to a mysterious hunter who wants them dead. The film is helmed by Director Yoon Sung-hyun. The film's release on theaters was canceled due to the unfortunate COVID19 pandemic. But nevertheless, it will be available soon on Netflix worldwide.