When Joseon-era mermaid Sim Cheong (Jun Ji Hyun) follows her true love, she finds herself mysteriously transported into modern-day Seoul. Though separated from her true love, she soon crosses paths with his doppelgänger, Heo Joon Jae (Lee Min Ho). With nowhere else to go, Joon Jae takes the stranded mermaid in, though not out of the goodness of his heart. As a con artist, Joon Jae is quick to spot the priceless jade bracelet Sim Cheong wears. Determined to take Sim Cheong for all she’s worth, Joon Jae soon finds himself thinking twice about the mermaid after she helps him evade the lethal plans of his greedy stepmother. As the two draw closer together, will the charms of the ancient mermaid begin to melt the icy heart of a bitter conman? Inspired by a historical folktale, this 2016 South Korean drama series was directed by Jin Hyuk.

The Legend of the Blue Sea

The Blue Sea

Lee Yeong Joon (Park Seo Joon) is the arrogant hotshot vice president of his family’s company, thanks to the tireless efforts of his incredibly talented secretary, Kim Mi So (Park Min Young). With her by his side for the last nine years, Yeong Joon has been able to appear like the shining star he believes he is. But when Mi So suddenly decides to quit, Yeong Joon quickly realizes just how important she is... and not just to his career. Jealous over his older brother, Lee Seong Yeon’s (Lee Tae Hwan) growing relationship with Mi So, Yeong Joon decides it’s time to get his secretary back, no matter what. Based on the novel of the same name by Jung Kyung Yoon, this 2018 South Korean romantic comedy series was directed by Park Joon Hwa.

What’s Wrong With Secretary Kim

The Perfect Secretaries Team

JTBC

Ten years after a tragic mall collapse that claimed 48 lives, Ha Moon Soo (Won Jin Ah), Lee Gang Doo (Lee Jun Ho), and Seo Joo Won (Lee Ki Woo) – find their paths crossing once again when a new construction project takes place at the site of the disaster. Moon Soo, now a detail-focused builder, works for Joo Won, the architect behind the new construction, while Kang Doo, struggling to make ends meet, takes a job on the site. As they confront old wounds and lingering trauma, can they find healing amid the pain?

Just Between Lovers

The Fated Lovers Team

MBN, Dramax

Lee Yoo Chan (Suho) is the founder and CEO of Next In, a successful IT firm that professionals from all over the country dream of working at. However, Yoo Chan has a strange affliction: he cannot recognize faces, a fact that hinders his ability to trust people. Kim Bo Ra (Ha Yeon Soo), a college student with a remarkable memory, attends a job interview at Next In, where Yoo Chan mocks her and the other applicants remorselessly. But Yoo Chan is forced to eat his words when his firm needs to hire an employee with a photographic memory. Bo Ra takes the job, and slowly draws closer to Yoo Chan. But will his face blindness get in the way of their developing relationship? This 2018 South Korean drama was directed by Min Doo Shik, based on the hit 2012 Japanese series of the same name.

Rich Man, Poor Woman

Money Can't Buy Love Team

KBS02

Kang Ma Ru (Song Joong Ki), a brilliant and promising medical student, sacrifices his future by taking the fall for his ambitious girlfriend, Han Jae Hee (Park Si Yeon), who commits murder. Years later, upon his release from prison, he discovers Jae Hee has betrayed him in his absence, marrying a wealthy CEO and living a life of luxury. Driven by a burning desire for revenge, Ma Ru meticulously plans his retribution. He approaches Seo Eun Gi (Moon Chae Won), the cold and calculating heiress to Jae Hee's husband's conglomerate, intending to use her to dismantle Jae Hee's life. However, as Ma Ru delves deeper into his vengeful scheme, he finds himself unexpectedly drawn to Eun Gi, complicating his carefully constructed plan and forcing him to confront the true cost of his pursuit of vengeance.

The Innocent Man

The Naughty Team

Bong Sang Pil (Lee Joon Gi), a former gangster turned lawyer, seeks revenge for his mother's tragic death by targeting powerful individuals who believe they are above the law. Using his street skills and legal expertise, he builds an impressive winning record. Ha Jae Yi (Seo Yea Ji), a principled lawyer whose license was suspended after hitting a judge during an unjust trial, joins Sang Pil's team to pay off her father's debts. Together, they take on a high-stakes case involving Cha Moon Sook (Lee Hye Young), a senior judge, and An Oh Ju (Choi Min Soo), a former gangster turned corporate CEO. As they challenge the most powerful figures in the city, Sang Pil and Jae Yi must navigate a dangerous legal and personal battle.

Lawless Lawyer

Sohu

Simon Bo (Wallace Huo), a brilliant criminal psychologist at The University of Maryland, possesses an extraordinary ability to penetrate the minds of the most mysterious and violent criminals. Working closely with his young assistant Jenny Jian (Sandra Ma), the daughter of a veteran police investigator, Simon serves as an analyst and advisor on the department's most challenging cases. As they collaborate to solve complex crimes, Jenny's deep sense of justice and Simon's emotional barriers create an intriguing dynamic. Together, they navigate the intricate psychological landscapes of criminal minds, pushing each other to grow both professionally and personally. Based on the novel "When He Comes, Close Your Eyes" by Ding Mo, this is a 2015 Chinese crime drama series directed by Zhang Kai Zhou.

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