Ever feel like your day needs a little extra sparkle? Fantasy romance Korean dramas offer the perfect magical escape. Slip into worlds of magic, myth, and fairy-tale wonder that make your day feel like a story come to life. From enchanting settings to swoon-worthy couples, let the day’s enchantment begin with these fantasy romance Korean dramas!
Best Fantasy Romance Korean Dramas for a Magical Escape
1. “The Legend of the Blue Sea” (2016–2017)
- Hangul: “푸른 바다의 전설”
- Director: Jin Hyuk
- Writer: Park Ji-eun
- Episodes: 20
- Main Cast: Jun Ji-hyun, Lee Min-ho
- Where to watch: Netflix, Viki, VIU, Apple TV, Hulu, iQiYi, WeTV, SBS VOD
Synopsis:
In the Joseon era, a dashing town mayor, Kim Ryung, pulls off a heroic rescue, saving the enchanting mermaid Sim Cheong from a slimy, treasure-hungry businessman. Centuries later, in glittering modern Seoul, Sim Cheong washes ashore, dripping seawater and flashing a priceless emerald-green jade bracelet. A slick con artist who’s Kim Ryung’s spitting image transforms into her fierce protector. Together, they wage war for love: defying fate, smashing an ancient curse, and crushing every villain in sight.
Watch Lee Min-ho and Jun Ji-hyun’s sizzle chemistry in this fantasy romance Korean drama. Their magnetic connection will captivate you from the start. Moreover, Jun Ji-hyun’s mermaid charms shine like moonlit waves, while Lee Min-ho’s charisma electrifies every frame. And with heart-racing romance meets side-splitting humor, you are drawn into a fantasy romance story that stays forever fresh and addictive.
2. “Guardian: the Lonely and Great God” / “Goblin” (2016-2017)
- Hangul: “쓸쓸하고 찬란하神 – 도깨비”
- Director: Lee Eung-bok
- Writer: Kim Eun-sook
- Episodes: 16
- Main Cast: Gong Yoo, Kim Go-eun, Lee Dong-wook, Yoo In-na, Yook Sung-jae
- Where to watch: Netflix, Viki
Synopsis:
Kim Shin is a cold goblin who is cursed to live an eternal life on earth. His only way to end his misery from endless life is to find a mortal bride with a special gift. In his journey, a gloomy Grim Reaper who experiences memory loss accompanies him. Then, fate brings a high school student named Ji Eun Tak, who is a cheerful personality to him. Since their first electric encounter, they experience various things that make their hearts pound, like love, surrender, forgiveness, and things that make life worth living.
This fantasy romance Korean drama has a fantastic cast. In addition, this drama boasts an enchanting story, great chemistry between the leads, stunning cinematography, and beautiful soundtracks, which complete the drama’s charms.
3. “Hotel del Luna” (2019)
- Hangul: “호텔 델루나”
- Director: Oh Choong-hwan
- Writer: Yoo Eun-sook
- Episodes: 16
- Main Cast: IU (Lee Ji-eun), Yeo Jin-goo
- Where to watch: Netflix
Synopsis:
Jang Man-wol is known for being a greedy and vengeful woman. To prevent her self-destruction or revenge, the gods bind her to run an ancient hotel. But this is no ordinary hotel—for more than a thousand years, she has served its restless spirit guests and helped them find peace. The only way to break her eternal curse is through forgiveness and love. When Goo Chan Sung arrives to help her in managing the hotel, their clashing styles ignite tension. Yet his presence finally gives Man Wol the chance to shatter the millennium-old curse binding her.
4. “The King: Eternal Monarch” (2020)
- Directors: Baek Sang-hoon, Jung Ji-hyun, Yoo Je-won
- Writer: Kim Eun-sook
- Episodes: 16
- Main Cast: Lee Min-ho, Kim Go-eun, Woo Do-hwan, Lee Jung-jin. Kim Kyung-nam, Jung Eun-chae
- Where to watch: Netflix
Synopsis:
Behind his flawless appearance, Emperor Lee Gon carries a deep wound from witnessing his father’s murder during a coup. Despite this trauma, his people regard him as a perfect leader. When he discovers a gateway to modern South Korea, he meets Detective Jung Tae-eul. He asks for her help in hunting a traitor who threatens both worlds. While fighting conspiracies and power-hungry foes, they can’t fight their feelings for each other. Their growing love bridges two realities. However, they must close the gateway between their worlds before chaos consumes them all.
This fantasy romance Korean drama showcases Lee Min-ho’s charisma, and it blends seamlessly with Kim Go-eun’s charm, creating irresistible chemistry. With its stunning cinematography, this combination creates an enthralling epic romance.
5. “The Tale of the Nine-Tailed” (2020)
- Director: Kang Shin-hyo
- Writer: Han Woo-ri
- Episodes: 16
- Main Cast: Lee Dong-wook, Jo Bo-ah, Kim Bum
- Where to watch: Netflix, Kocowa, Viki, VIU, Prime Video, WeTV, iQIYI
Synopsis:
Lee Yeon is a gumiho (a nine-tailed fox) who lives in modern Seoul and works as a supernatural investigator. He hunts dangerous creatures that threaten the world. He also secretly searches for the reincarnation of his long-lost first love.
Nam Ji-a is a brave TV producer. Her past is strangely intertwined with Lee Yeon’s. When they work together, they don’t only fight monsters. They also uncover dark forces that connect their histories.
In this fantasy romance Korean drama series, Lee Dong-wook shines as the nine-tailed fox. Furthermore, the chemistry between him and Jo Bo-ah is pure magic! Their heartfelt romance adds a warmth that makes this exciting urban fantasy even more engaging.
6. “Alchemy of Souls” (2022)
- Director: Park Joon-hwa
- Writers: Hong Jung-eun, Hong Mi-ran
- Episodes: 30 (2 parts)
- Main Cast: Lee Jae-wook, Jung So-min, Hwang Min-hyun
- Where to watch: Netflix
Synopsis:
Set in the fictional land of Daeho, an elite assassin and powerful sorceress, Naksu finds her soul trapped in the weak body of Mu Deok after performing the forbidden “alchemy of souls”—a spell that swaps souls.
Mu Deok serves the noble Jang family. Their son, Jang Uk, harbors a dark secret about his birth and seeks Naksu’s favor to change his destiny.
As they fight corrupt nobles and forbidden magic, conflicts and conspiracies arise. Moreover, they discover unexpected bonds of friendship that blossom into love. Their powerful bond could destroy the kingdom and alter the fate of all.
“Alchemy of Souls” masterfully weaves together political intrigue, electric chemistry, profound character growth, and epic storytelling that you cannot miss.
7. “My Demon” (2023-2024)
- Hangul: “마이데몬”
- Director: Song Hyun-wook
- Writer: Pyo Min-soo
- Episodes: 16
- Main Cast: Song Kang, Kim Yoo-jung, Lee Yoo-mi
- Where to watch: Netflix
Synopsis:
Do Do Hee is the next leader of Future Group. She trusts no one and doesn’t believe in love. However, her life changes when she meets a demon named Jung Gu Won.
Jung Gu Won is a demon who lives forever. He makes dangerous but tempting deals with humans in despair. For 200 years, he had seen humans as weak creatures, but after meeting Do Do Hee, he lost his powers. Since she now holds all his powers, he must protect her to get them back. Later, they agree to a marriage contract.
This fantasy romance Korean drama has a fresh story with electric chemistry between actors Kim You Jung and Song Kang. Moreover, the transfer of supernatural powers and competition for inheritances add thrilling and exciting moments to the drama.
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