10 School Korean Dramas to Watch before Classes Start
February is gone and vacations as well. However in the time left, there is enough time to enjoy some very successful School Korean dramas. Thus to make it even more interesting. I will introduce you a list of 10 dramas which will totally make you remember the school days.
1. Boys Over Flowers (2009)
A classic in the K-dramas. And a classic in school Korean dramas. If you did not watch this drama yet, you are just starting in the Korean culture. The drama is an adaptation from a very famous Japanese manga from 2004. The story strongly describe the social class difference in society, and the romance of people from “different worlds”. It is a “must watch”, so start right now!
2. Dream High I (2011) Dream High II (2012)
A very popular school korean drama which deepen in the K-pop world and Idols’ life. If you are a fan of korean music you need to watch this one. Because there are a lot of songs and dance in it. Besides strong characters. And of course, it could not miss, school romance. So prepare yourself to learn a little bit more about the life of your favorite idols in this fictional soap opera.
3. God of the Study (2010)
A story a little bit more far from the fiction. In fact, a story that portrays the reality of many korean students. The episodes one by one will follow the drama of a group of trouble-maker students in their adolescence. The difficulties in life and school. Probably a really well-made “coming of age” drama. Laugh and cry while watching this humble K-drama.
4. High School. Love on (2014)
Nowadays the new wave of K-dramas is focusing mostly in the fantasy genre and characteristics. Well here we have a fantasy-school romance! If you believe in angels, this is the right and perfect choice for you. Nothing will thaw hearts more than this lovely story. Fall deep into the mysterious life of these teenagers.
5. Ma boy (2012)
A short school korean drama oriented mostly to the comedy. So you will not find as much drama as you expect in here, but I promise you will enjoy. As you may know the school days are not always as cool as it looks. Thus sometimes school life is very embarrassing and more if it is about cross-dressing. That is all about in this K-drama. If you are too curious to know, then you cannot miss it.
6. Monstar (2013)
This very tender story is another K-drama about music, but mainly guided with a “coming of age” style. Do not worry, there is a lot of romance too! However this drama developed around the birth of a new band. Then the music is, by the way, one of the best points of this drama. Check it out!
7. Goong (2006)
Based in a Korean manga from 2002. A drama which mix the historical and school romance genre. A perfect match. If you would love to know more about the Korean historical traditions or enjoy seeing the historical architecture and fashion this is the best drama for you. You will not regret!
8. Playful Kiss (2010)
The cutest school romance you will ever watch. It is based in a very famous Japanese manga from 1990. A very deep in “the opposites attract” story. Just full of tenderness. I assure you, you will fall in love with the couple. Maybe this could be the best school korean drama you have ever watch.
9. The Heirs (2013)
Another story that tackle the social class difference in Korea. Yet this K-drama is full of good (handsome) actors and actresses. There is romance everywhere, and of course a lot of teenage drama. Check it out this drama, and see the school life of rich people.
10. To the Beautiful You (2012)
A very funny and cute school Korean drama. This K-drama tackles the very trendy topic in Korea of “cross-dressing”. Hence a girl pretending to be a boy. It is a very interesting and pure love story. It will make you laugh a lot as well. The situations the protagonists face are totally awkward! Do not miss the opportunity to enjoy this comedy-drama.
Don’t forget to check out the list of Top 10 Best Romantic Korean Movies.
Dream High is a quite good music drama which has many popular K-Pop members cast in this drama. I watched this drama before I know about K-pop and Korean music. After watching this drama I got interested in Korean Music and searched the internet every K-pop group I can find and listened to those songs.
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