Dramas I want to catch up with in 2024
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1. Joy of Life
Chinese Drama - 2019, 46 episodes
I totally get the hype now. Watching actors of such calibre and in a smartly-plotted costumed drama was absolute ecstasy in a Cdramaland filled with bad costumed dramas just there to serve as popularity vehicles for traffic stars.
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2. Gyeongseong Creature
Korean Drama - 2023, 10 episodes
The production quality was high, that's for sure, but to be honest the story was very predictable and towards the end I was rather bored. I didn't think that was possible with a creature feature, but I think I watched far too many and could predict every twist and turn in this drama! Â
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3. Tale of the Nine-Tailed 1938
Korean Drama - 2023, 12 episodes
Just finished Tale of the Nine-Tailed 1938, and it was a delight for Rang to finally get that happy ending he deserved. The first Nine Tailed was bittersweet and I felt shattered for his sake, even if it was a fitting ending for him. This drama was the perfect love letter for his character.Â
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4. Ancient Detective
Chinese Drama - 2020, 24 episodes
Watched this during my Penang vacation and what a treat! It is as good as I remember it.
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5. Death's Game
Korean Drama - 2023, 4 episodes
A uniquely structured drama where we get to see many good actors in one eight-episode package. Great story, albeit a tad preachy at times.
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6. Draw the Line
Chinese Drama - 2022, 40 episodes
A different role for Cheng Yi, who often appears wuxia/xianxia. Some cases can be slow but overall a fascinating look into life in China.
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7. The Legend of Zhuohua
Chinese Drama - 2023, 40 episodes
Loved the mature romance in this drama and the villain is quite interesting too!
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8. With You
Chinese Drama - 2020, 20 episodes
What I like about this drama is its anthological nature. You can watch 2 eps and then move on to something else if you like. It also gives you different perspectives of the pandemic and storytelling styles.
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9. Minning Town
Chinese Drama - 2021, 23 episodes
Really inspiring, though it drags at some bits, it's worth watching the show. Such a unique drama.
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10. Under the Microscope
Chinese Drama - 2023, 14 episodes
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11. Secret of Three Kingdoms
Chinese Drama - 2018, 54 episodes