TV shows with themes of fantasy have lately gained a popularity they have not reached before. Such series include international and K-dramas, for instance. Now let’s check out a few of the best fantasy shows and K-dramas you could enjoy!
Top 10 Fantasy Shows and K-dramas to Watch
1. Lost (2004-2010)
“Lost” is full of mystery and supernatural elements. “Lost” is a series about survivors of a plane crash on a strange, tropical island. Adventure, science fiction, and fantasy aspects of the show are mixed up as the characters are trying to unravel the secrets of the island.
IMDb Rating: 8.3
Star Cast: Jorge Garcia, Josh Holloway, Yunjin Kim
Watch Here: Amazon Prime
2. SpongeBob SquarePants (1999-present)
This animated series about the adventures of a talking sea sponge and his friends in an underwater city, while also a cartoon for children; this just imaginative underwater world and silly humors have made this popular in all ages.
IMDb Rating: 8.2
Star Cast: Tom Kenny, Rodger Bumpass, Bill Fagerbakke
Watch Here: Netflix
3. Adventure Time (2010-2018)
“Adventure Time” is an animated fantasy adventure television series that follows the life of a boy named Finn and his magical dog, Jake. They journey through surreal adventures in a colorful post-apocalyptic world. Known for its creative storytelling and hidden depth.
IMDb Rating: 8.6
Star Cast: John DiMaggio, Jeremy Shada, Tom Kenny
Watch Here: Netflix
4. Sweet Home (2020-2024)
This Korean thriller is set in a world where people turn into monsters. The main character, Hyun, must fight these creatures to save humanity. It’s a mix of horror and fantasy, perfect for those who like intense stories.
IMDb Rating: 7.2
Star Cast: Song Kang, Lee Jin-wook, Lee Si-young
Watch Here: Netflix
5. Downsizing (2017)
This technically is not a series; it’s a film, but “Downsizing” has such an interesting fantasy premise. Imagine a world where a person can shrink himself to live luxuriously. All such concepts apply uniquely on social issues.
IMDb Rating: 5.8
Star Cast: Matt Damon, Christoph Waltz, Hong Chau
Watch Here: Netflix | Prime Video
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6. Miraculous: Tales of Ladybug & Cat Noir (2015-present)
An animated series of two teenage Parisian boys changing themselves into superheroes to protect their city with excitement, combined from superhero storylines and magical girl anime.
IMDb Rating: 5.8
Star Cast: Cristina Valenzuela, Bryce Papenbrook, Max Mittelman
Watch Here: Disney +
7. Alchemy of Souls (2022)
It’s a Korean drama set in the fictional country of Daeho, concerning how some young magicians deal with a spell that allows the switching of souls between bodies. It infuses fantasy and romance with good drama in an exciting way.
IMDb Rating: 8.7
Star Cast: Lee Jae-wook, Hwang Min-hyun, Yoo Joon-sang
Watch Here: Netflix
8. All of Us Are Dead (2022)
Another Korean series, this show is centered around the outbreak of zombies in a high school. Students must fight to stay alive and not get turned into zombies. It is a scintillating and thrilling story with horror and fantasy elements.
IMDb Rating: 7.5
Star Cast: Park Ji-hu, Yoon Chan-young, Cho Yi-hyun
Watch Here: Netflix
9. Soul (2020)
This is an animated movie, not a series but quite strongly based on fantasy. It is about a music teacher whose soul leaves his body to embark upon some adventure in the afterlife. It runs deep themes colorfully and imaginatively.
IMDb Rating: 8.0
Star Cast: Jamie Foxx, Tina Fey, Graham Norton
Watch Here: Prime
10. Lovely Runner (2024)
It’s a time travel Korean drama that will change the darling star’s future when his fan goes back to high school. The sweetness comes when it turns into a love story with second chances.
IMDb Rating: 8.7
Star Cast: Lee Seung-Hyub, Byeon Woo-seok, Kim Hye-yoon
Watch Here: Netflix
Why These Shows Stand Out
These shows and movies are unique because they apply fantasy to their interesting stories. Most of them have:
- Creativity in worlds and concepts
- Characters you care about
- Thrilling plots that you just can’t guess
- Very many genres and romance, action, or comedy rolled into one.
This list includes a mix of fantasy shows, featuring several Korean dramas, animated series, and even a couple of movies. If you like magic, monsters, time travel, or just imaginative stories, then you’ll probably find something on this list that piques your interest
