Halloween is the perfect time to settle in with some bone-chilling, heart-racing entertainment. If you’re in the mood for dark, scary tales with a touch of the supernatural and suspense, Korean dramas have you covered. From terrifying ghosts to psychological thrillers, these K-dramas will keep you on the edge of your seat. Here are seven spine-tingling Korean dramas that will give you serious goosebumps this Halloween.
1. Tarot (2024)
Episodes: 7
“Tarot” explores the dark fates of ordinary people who become ensnared by a cursed tarot card due to fleeting decisions. This horror series consists of seven episodes, each delving into eerie occurrences linked to tarot cards in everyday life. The drama begins with the main characters drawing various tarot cards, sealing their destinies with twisted symbols.
2. Revenant (2023)
Episodes: 12
“Revenant” follows Gu San-Yeong, a young woman possessed by a spirit, and Yeom Hae-Sang, a folklore professor who can see ghosts. Together, they investigate a series of eerie suicides in their city, uncovering dark secrets tied to five sacred objects. This gripping series is perfect for fans of horror and mystery, exploring the truth behind these mysterious deaths.
3. The Cursed (2020)
Episodes: 12
In “The Cursed,” a journalist investigates a powerful IT company hiding sinister secrets, including black magic practices. The story revolves around So Jin, a young girl who becomes the unwilling host of an evil spirit, giving her the power to cause death with just a person’s name or photo. This supernatural horror series is sure to send shivers down your spine.
4. Sweet Home (2020)
Episodes: 26 (3 seasons)
“Sweet Home” combines horror with apocalyptic chaos, set in a world where humans turn into grotesque monsters. It follows a group of residents trapped in their apartment building as they fight to survive the nightmarish transformations around them. With its intense atmosphere and gripping storyline, “Sweet Home” is the perfect horror drama for a Halloween binge.
5. Kingdom (2019)
Episodes: 12 + 1 special (2 seasons)
Set in the Joseon era, “Kingdom” is a historical zombie thriller that follows the crown prince as he investigates a mysterious plague that brings the dead back to life. With slow-burn suspense, eerie landscapes, and terrifying zombie hordes, this series is a must-watch. The brilliant mix of historical drama and horror makes it perfect for a Halloween binge-watch.
6. Strangers From Hell (2019)
Episodes: 10
“Strangers From Hell” follows Jong-Woo, who moves to Seoul for a new job and ends up staying in a creepy, rundown hostel where unsettling events unfold. Each resident adds to the eerie atmosphere, creating a chilling and unpredictable storyline. It’s a deeply disturbing drama that keeps viewers guessing what will happen next in the sinister Eden Studio dormitory.
7. The Guest (2018)
Episodes: 16
If you’re looking for a drama packed with supernatural possession and mystery, “The Guest” is the perfect pick. The story revolves around a psychic, a priest, and a detective who join forces to battle a powerful spirit that possesses humans and drives them to commit horrific crimes. With intense exorcisms and creepy encounters, this series delivers plenty of scares.
So, which horror K-drama is going to be your pick for Halloween? Share your favorite in the comments below, and let us know if there are any more we should add to the list!