Korean dramas that revolve around school life and action often feature intense action scenes that show the characters’ intriguing journeys of growth and learning. These dramas also explore the complicated relationships and challenges that the characters face as they navigate the ups and downs of adolescence, family issues, and friendships. Check out these school action Korean dramas for your next binge-watch!
7 School Action Korean Dramas to Binge-Watch
1. “All of Us Are Dead” (2022) – 12 episodes
Korean drama “All of Us Are Dead” is a thrilling action-packed series that blends thriller and horror, which made waves in 2022. Adapted from the popular webtoon of the same name by Joo Dong Geun, the show introduces young actors such as Park Ji Hu, Yoon Chan Young, Lomon, Cho Yi Hyun, and Yoo In Soo.
The story begins when a rat used for an experiment in a high school lab bites a student’s finger. The student becomes infected and causes a deadly zombie virus outbreak. Trapped in the school, the students must fight to either escape or risk turning into one of the infected.
Where to watch: Netflix
2. “Weak Hero Class 1” (2022) – 8 episodes
Led by Park Ji Hoon, Choi Hyun Wook, Hong Kyung, and Kim Su Gyeom, “Weak Hero Class 1” is one of the standout Korean dramas in 2022. With its dense and engaging storyline, standout performances, and meticulous directing, the 8-episode series keeps viewers on the edge of their seats, leaving no room to breathe.
Based on SeoPass and Kim Jin Seok’s popular webtoon series “Weak Hero” (약한영웅). The story follows an honor student, Yeon Shi Eun. Although he seems physically weak, he fights violence using his intelligence and psychology, trying to defend himself and protect his friends.
Where to watch: Netflix, Viki, iQIYI, Wavve, Kocowa
3. “Duty After School” (2023) – 10 episodes
“Duty After School” tells about an alien invasion that threatens the world. The South Korean military sets mandatory military service on third-year high school students. Sungjin High School is no exception. Every third-year student must undergo rigorous military training under the guidance of Lee Chun Ho’s platoon. Wearing school uniforms, they receive shooting, combat, and survival training.
When the alien invasion occurs, Sungjin High School is thrown into chaos. The students are involved in a real war, fighting off an attack by mysterious insect-like creatures that descend from the sky.
Where to watch: Netflix
4. “Boyhood” (2023) – 10 episodes
Set in the mid to late 1980s, Korean drama “Boyhood” explores themes of bullying, adolescence, family dynamics, and the struggles of youth to find their identity. The story follows a small-bodied student, Jang Byung Tae (Im Si Wan), who is bullied for physical weakness.
As a result of the bullying, he is forced to transfer to another agricultural high school near his county. There, he faces surprising challenges and events. These ultimately lead him to stand up to the bullies and find his place.
Where to watch: Viki, Tubi, Vidio
5. “High School Return of a Gangster” (2024) – 8 episodes
Adapted from Ho Rol’s webtoon “I, a Gangster, Became a High Schooler,” the Korean drama series “High School Return of a Gangster” stars Lee Seo Jin, Yoon Chan Young, and Bong Jae Hyun.
The story follows Kim Deuk Pal, a 47-year-old gangster and the No. 2-ranking member of a big gang. After his spirit enters the body of high school student Song Yi Heon, whom he had previously saved from attempting suicide. He finds that Yi Heon is often bullied by his schoolmates. This prompts him to seek revenge against the bullies. Additionally, Yi Heon’s classmate, Choi Se Kyung, who faces bullying at school and abuse from her father at home, notices something unusual about Yi Heon.
Where to watch: TVING, Wavve, VIU
6. “Study Group” (2025) – 10 episodes
“Study Group” (스터디그룹) is a live adaptation of Shin Hyung Wook and Ryu Seung Yeon’s webtoon.
The series follows the story of Yun Ga Min, a student with hidden martial arts skills. He attends Yusung Technical High School, which is known for its problematic students. Despite his dedication to studying, his academic grades remain poor. However, he is determined to attend college. Thus, he wants to form a study group to help him achieve his goals. However, when his study group friends are bullied by a gang that controls the school, he is forced to use his fighting skills.
Additionally, he receives support from his tutor, Lee Han Gyeong, who becomes a temporary teacher at his school. Se aims to transform the problematic school system and culture into a healthy environment.
Where to watch: TVING, Viki, Vidio
7. “Weak Hero Class 2” (2025) – 8 episodes
The second season of the Korean youth action drama “Weak Hero Class,” released on April 25, is perfect for your next binge-watch! The story will continue Yeon Shi Eun’s story at his new high school.
At Eunjang High School, he continues her studies while still carrying the wounds of his past. After learning about the true meaning of fighting and failing, he promises himself and his friend Ahn Su Ho, who is in a coma due to injury, not to fight again. He aims not to hurt his closest friends again.
Shi Eun forms an unlikely bond with Park Hu Min, Seo Jun Tae, and Ko Hyeon Tak at his new school. But their friendship soon catches the attention of the Alliance, a big and ruthless gang led by Na Baek Jin. Facing Na Baek Jin and his dangerous gang, he must push himself beyond her limits, this time to survive once again.
Where to watch: Netflix
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