Viewers are sharing their top 5 picks for K-dramas they’ve watched this year.

On an online forum, netizens discussed their favorite recent dramas, exchanging top picks with others who largely agreed. One netizen listed their top 5 dramas as:

'When the Phone Rings,' starring Yoo Yeon Seok and Chae Soo Bin

'Love Scout,' starring Han Ji Min and Lee Jun Hyuk

'The Tale of Lady Ok,' starring Lim Ji Yeon and Choo Young Woo

'The Trauma Code: Heroes on Call,' starring Ju Ji Hoon and Choo Young Woo

'Undercover High School,' starring Seo Kang Joon and Jin Ki Joo

The netizen also shared that they are "extremely happy as a drama fan" because of these recent releases, all of which have been impressively well-produced.

Adding to the discussion, other netizens mentioned additional standout dramas, including 'Unmasked' ('Trigger') featuring Jung Sung Il and Kim Hye Soo, as well as 'Study Group' and 'The Witch.' Many praised the outstanding performances in 'Unmasked' and the gripping plot developments in 'Study Group' and 'The Witch.'

In the comments section, netizens particularly praised 'The Tale of Lady Ok' and 'The Trauma Code,' alongside 'Love Scout,' which has been one of the most talked-about dramas lately.

Reactions include:

"There’s so much to watch—drama lovers are excited."

"The best one was 'Love Scout.' And, right now, I’m enjoying 'Undercover High School' haha."

"I watched 'When the Phone Rings' and loved it, and now I’m really into 'Undercover High School.'"

"I’ve seen everything except 'Undercover,' but 'The Tale of Lady Ok' was really good."

"'The Tale of Lady Ok' became one of my all-time favorite dramas. From the first episode to the ending, it was perfect... seriously so bittersweet and beautifulㅠ."

"'The Trauma Code' is the most exciting drama I’ve watched in years."

"I’ve only seen 'Undercover,' and it’s my favorite drama right now."

"'The Tale of Lady Ok' and 'The Trauma Code'—I ended up liking Choo Young Woo."

"I also recommend 'Light Shop' and 'Unmasked.'"

"I really enjoyed 'The Tale of Lady Ok,' it was so good."

"I watched 'The Tale of Lady Ok' here... surprised 'Buried Hearts' isn’t mentioned. I just caught the reruns of episodes 3 and 4, and they were fun."

"'The Tale of Lady Ok,' 'The Trauma Code,' and 'Love Scout'!!"

"'The Trauma Code' needs a Season 2 ASAP..."

"'When the Phone Rings' was insanely good..."

"This was definitely a hit lineup."

"'The Tale of Lady Ok' and 'Love Scout'—I was completely obsessed with both. Highly recommend, everyone. Both have perfect endings."

"'Unmasked'!!!!!! Guys, please watch 'Unmasked'!!!!!"

"'When the Phone Rings'!!!!! So good ㅠㅠㅠㅠ"

Which K-dramas are your favorites so far this year?

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