7 Captivating Time Travel K-Dramas To Have On Your Watchlist (2024)

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Here are 7 thrilling time travel K-Dramas to add to your watchlist.

Dyllan Mykel, Kpopmap Editor
4 min to read·Published : Aug 11, 2022·Updated : Mar 24, 20231,759 Views

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Time travel is a unique concept that mixes past, present, and sometimes the future, in order to bring a special twist to a drama's storyline and plot. These K-Dramas explore unique scenarios like "what if" possibilities or putting a modern day citizen in the old, dusty roads of Joseon. With such fantastical elements in play, viewers can't help but become immersed in these types of dramas.

There are many K-Dramas out there that have used time travel to pique viewers interest and push the story to greater heights. Now, let's take a look at some of these thrilling time travel dramas that you should add to your watchlist!

1. "Tomorrow With You"

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"Tomorrow With You" tells the story of time traveler Yoo SoJoon (Lee JeHoon) and his wife Song MaRin (Shin MinA). After witnessing the death of his future self, SoJoon decides to marry MaRin in order to change his fate. Lee JeHoon and Shin MinA's chemistry is immaculate throughout the drama, bringing out feelings of warmth, longing, and hope for their future together. This drama will tug on your heartstrings and will require you to keep a box of tissues close.

2. "Tunnel"

OCN

If time travel wasn't thrilling enough, add in a cop, a serial murder case, and a cast of superb actors, then you'll get OCN's "Tunnel". Starring Choi JiHyuk, Yoon HyunMin, and Lee YouYoung, "Tunnel" follows a detective from 1986 who, after chasing a serial killer through a tunnel, finds himself in the year 2017. There, he works with a team in order to catch the killer. This drama brings you on a heart-pounding rollercoaster as the detectives pour their blood, sweat, and tears into the investigation. "Tunnel" will have you playing detective along with the main leads in their tireless pursuit of the story's villain.

3. "Familiar Wife"

tvN

It's not everyday that you receive a second chance and get to redo things in life. But that's exactly what happens to Cha JooHyuk (Ji Sung) as he's given the opportunity to travel back in time and escape from his marriage with Seo WooJin (Han JiMin). Instead, he finds himself married to his first love from college, Lee HyeWon (Kang HanNa). "Familiar Wife" explores the difficulties of life after marriage and how certain situations can make you regretful and unhappy. But it also shows how our decisions make us who we are and mold us into the person we are today. This heartwarming drama definitely deserves to be on your watchlist.

4. "Mr. Queen"

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"Mr. Queen" is the perfect mix of side-splitting humor, Joseon politics, and touching romance that it's no wonder how this series received record-breaking ratings during its initial run. Shin HaeSun shines in her role as she depicts a wild, modern-day man trapped in the Queen's body. Together with her King, played by Kim JungHyun, the two portray an interestingly chaotic chemistry that will keep you smiling until the end.

5. "Signal"

tvN

tvN's hit drama "Signal" stars Lee JeHoon, Kim HyeSoo, and Cho JinWoong. One day in the present, criminal profiler Park HaeYoung (Lee JeHoon) finds a walkie-talkie and hears Detective Lee JaeHan (Cho JinWoong) speaking on the other end—all the way from the year 2000. They continue to communicate and together, along with Cha SooHyun (Kim HyeSoo), they solve cold cases. The use of true events makes this drama even more thrilling, adding to the captivating mystery of its story. It will keep you at the edge of your seat as the detectives passionately work to reach the end of various cold cases.

6. "Moon Lovers: Scarlet Heart Ryeo"

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"Moon Lovers: Scarlet Heart Ryeo" follows a modern day woman, HaeSoo (IU), as she travels back in time to the Goryeo period. There, she meets and falls in love with fourth prince Wang So (Lee JoonGi), a man feared by many. The drama showcases the complexity of the royal family and the endless plots to take over the throne. In between the acts of betrayal and palace politics, viewers are treated to moments of sweetness as HaeSoo brings out Wang So's hidden acts of affection. "Moon Lovers: Scarlet Heart Ryeo" is definitely a journey, but the end is totally worth it.

7. "The King: Eternal Monarch"

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"The King: Eternal Monarch" uses the concept of parallel worlds and time travel as central forces to its plot. It tells the story of Emperor of Corea, Lee Gon (Lee MinHo) and Seoul detective, Jung TaeEul (Kim GoEun). Together, they search for the truth behind King Lee Ho's murder and Lee Gon's mysterious savior. Among the many mysteries within the plot, this drama exudes a soft tenderness that fills up your heart with a special warmth. In addition to this is the compelling plot and electrifying chemistry between Lee MinHo and Kim GoEun. All these reasons and more make it a drama you do not want to miss!

Are there any other K-Dramas that involve time travel? Which one is your favorite? Let us know in the comments!

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Have you ever seen a K-Drama where the visuals of the cast have lined up so perfectly that they look like they belong on stage as a K-Pop idol group?

Besides K-Dramas whose plots actually revolve around idol groups, such as "The Heavenly Idol", "Let Me Be Your Knight", or "Imitation", there are many such K-Dramas where the cast of actors look like they could very well be an idol group, especially when they're together on screen.

So, if you're looking for K-Dramas with the most handsome actors and actresses, iconic visuals exploding left and right, keep reading!

Check out our list of the top 5 K-Dramas where the cast looks like an idol group!

Note: This list is not a ranking.

1. "Hwarang"

KBS

Park SeoJun, Park HyungSik, SHINee's MinHo, BTS' V, Do JiHan, Jo YoonWoo, and more: this cast is the ultimate definition of heavenly visuals.

With world-class idols, fresh rising stars, and Hallyu heartthrobs in the lineup, "Hwarang" still leaves us hoping this cast was an actual idol group.

Watch here.

2. "Weak Hero Class 2"

Netflix

This one hasn't hit our screens yet, but we are already hyped about the visual greatness of this cast.

Park JiHoon, RyeoUn, Bae NaRa, Lee JunYoung, Choi MinYeong, Lee MinJae, and if we're lucky, Choi HyunWook - this cast is a rising star galore, and we cannot wait for it to air.

3. "Hello, My Twenties!" (a.k.a "Age Of Youth")

JTBC

Not only is this K-Drama one of the most beautiful and profound K-Dramas about female friendship and connection, but the cast is as gorgeous as an idol group.

We have Park EunBin, Park HyeSu, Han YeRi, Han SeungYeon, and Ryu HwaYoung serving angelic, fierce, playful, alluring, and so much more, just like the different charms of a girl group.

Watch here.

4. "Extraordinary You"

MBC

Speaking of K-Dramas where the visuals are unparalleled, we cannot forget about "Extraordinary You"!

RoWoon, Lee JaeWook, Kim YoungDae, Jung GunJoo, Lee TaeRi, and Bae HyeonSeong - the actors had a halo around them with how their handsomeness glowed.

Watch here.

5. "Moon Lovers: Scarlet Heart Ryeo"

SBS

Finally, this list would never be complete without the OG - "Moon Lovers: Scarlet Heart Ryeo".

This one will definitely go down in the K-Drama history books for the unbelievable visuals of the actors - Lee JoonGi, Kang HaNeul, Hong JongHyun, Nam JooHyuk, EXO's BaekHyun, Ji Soo, and Yoon SunWoo had us throwing heart-eyes at them throughout the show.

Watch here.

7 Captivating Time Travel K-Dramas To Have On Your Watchlist (2024)

1. "Tomorrow With You"

2. "Tunnel"

3. "Familiar Wife"

4. "Mr. Queen"

5. "Signal"

6. "Moon Lovers: Scarlet Heart Ryeo"

7. "The King: Eternal Monarch"

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1. "Hwarang"

2. "Weak Hero Class 2"

3. "Hello, My Twenties!" (a.k.a "Age Of Youth")

4. "Extraordinary You"

5. "Moon Lovers: Scarlet Heart Ryeo"

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