Are you into supernatural K-dramas? Whether you're drawn to romantic fantasy, ancient folklore, or paranormal love stories, this list delivers on all fronts. These series combine myth, magic, and memorable storytelling—and they’re all binge-worthy.
Here are 14 unforgettable fantasy K-dramas that belong on every fan's 2025 watchlist—plus one new title that’s generating major buzz.
1. The Scholar Who Walks the Night
A Joseon-era scholar discovers a hidden world of bloodthirsty politics—and literal vampires. When he meets a young woman disguised as a male bookseller with a mysterious past, their fates entwine in a battle against an immortal monster cloaked in power. Gothic romance and historical drama meet in this unique vampire tale. Watch on Kocowa.
2. My Girlfriend is a Gumiho
A timid college student accidentally releases a legendary nine-tailed fox (gumiho) trapped for centuries. But instead of being eaten, he finds himself falling for her. Equal parts hilarious and heartwarming, this classic fantasy rom-com explores what it means to be human—and in love. Watch on Kocowa.
3. Orange Marmalade
In a world where vampires live in secret among humans, a shy teen girl just wants a normal life. But falling for a human classmate puts her identity and safety at risk. A moody, music-filled tale about prejudice, identity, and first love. Watch on Kocowa.
4. My Roommate is a Gumiho
What happens when a 999-year-old male gumiho and a fiery college student end up living together after she swallows his mystical bead? Chaos, laughs, and sizzling chemistry ensue in this modern fantasy rom-com filled with myth and heart. Watch on Viki and Prime Video.
5. Welcome (aka Meow, The Secret Boy)
A lonely woman adopts a cat who mysteriously transforms into a man when she's not looking. As their bond grows, so does the line between pet and person, fantasy and reality. A whimsical, healing drama about companionship, loneliness, and unexpected love. Watch on Kocowa.
6. Tale of the Nine Tailed
He’s a centuries-old gumiho hunting rogue spirits. She’s a fearless TV producer chasing urban legends. When their paths cross, ancient secrets and past lives come back to haunt them. This drama mixes action, romance, and folklore with dazzling visuals. Watch on Viki, Netflix and Prime Video.
7. Heartbeat
A half-vampire who longs to be fully human finally gets his shot—until an accidental cohabitation with a tough, no-nonsense woman turns his life upside down. Can a vampire with a soft heart survive modern life—and love? Watch on Prime Video.
8. My Demon
She’s a cold, calculating chaebol heiress. He’s a charming demon who suddenly loses his powers to her. Bound by a mystical (and hilarious) contract marriage, they go from enemies to lovers in a high-stakes game of power, protection, and unexpected passion. Think CEO meets hellfire with serious romantic sparks. Watch on Netflix.
9. Hotel Del Luna
By day, it looks abandoned. By night, it’s a luxury hotel for ghosts. Jang Man-Wol, its centuries-old CEO, is bound to the hotel by a mysterious sin. When a human manager is roped into helping the supernatural staff and guests, the line between the living and the dead gets beautifully blurred. Watch on Viki, Netflix and Prime Video.
10. Doom at Your Service
What if doom had a name— and it was devastatingly handsome? A woman with a terminal illness strikes a deal with the embodiment of destruction, only to find herself falling for him. As their fates intertwine, so do their hearts. A poetic emotionally charged fantasy with philosophical undertones and unforgettable visuals. Watch on Viki, Netflix and Prime Video.
11. Alchemy of Souls
In a world where souls can shift bodies through a forbidden magic called the "alchemy of souls", a powerful female assassin gets trapped in a weak body and crosses paths with a nobleman harboring a dangerous secret of his own. As the “alchemy of souls” turns destinies upside down, their bond deepens amid sword fights, spell work, and shifting identities. A sweeping epic of love, power, and destiny wrapped in spellbinding action and rich world-building. Watch on Netflix.
12. Goblin (Guardian: The Lonely and Great God)
Kim Shin, an immortal goblin is cursed to live forever, unless he finds his prophesied bride who can end his eternal suffering. He meets a quirky high school girl who can see ghosts and may be the bride he’s been waiting for. This is an unforgettable love story that transcends death, destiny and time. It also features one of the most iconic bromances and emotional finales in K-drama history, Goblin is a must-watch that’s equal parts myth, melancholy, and magic. Watch on Viki.
13. Head Over Heels
Head Over Heels is a sweet and melancholic fantasy romance that follows a young shaman's quest to rewrite fate and save her destined love. With 12 touching episodes and unfolding revelations around supernatural lore and emotional bonds, it’s a standout in the mid-2025 K‑drama line-up. Watch on Prime Video & tvN.
14.⏳ Coming August 23. 2025: Twelve
Premiering soon, Twelve centers around a conflict between twelve zodiac-themed angels and evil spirits. Long ago, the angels sacrificed themselves to seal away the evil spirits, but the spirits have now reawakened, plunging the human world into chaos. The angels, led by Tae-San (symbolizing the tiger), must once again fight to protect humanity. This one’s already generating major buzz—don't miss it. Watch on Disney+.
Why We Love Supernatural K-Dramas
Supernatural K-dramas often combine timeless myths with modern themes—love, fate, identity, and sacrifice. Whether you’re watching a vampire navigate high school or a demon fall for a CEO, these stories tap into something deeply emotional while keeping the fantasy alive. The mix of romance, humor, action, and mysticism makes for some of the best entertainment Korea has to offer.
Which Ones Have You Watched?
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