Why K-Drama Viewers Are Dropping These 9 “Disappointing” Series

While many Korean dramas are praised for their tasteful scenes, impressive plots, and talented actors, every production doesn’t always meet expectations. So here are nine K-Dramas that viewers regretted watching and what stopped them from making it further into the series.

1. Meow, the Secret Boy (2020)

The romantic fantasy Meow, the Secret Boy (also known as Welcome) didn’t quite hit the mark with its plot.

The concept of a cat turning into a human man eventually became too unusual for viewers to handle across an entire season.

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2. Love Alarm (2019)

Despite the romance drama Love Alarm earning a second season, it didn’t satisfy in the way you’d expect.

Viewers shared how much they “hated it” for wasting their time with a confusing storyline, which caused uncertainty about which character was the male lead.

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3. Record of Youth (2020)

The talented cast of Record of Youth couldn’t redeem the drama’s plot for some.

Because actors can only do so much with the script they’re given, the lack of plot made it a complete letdown.

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4. My Secret Romance (2017)

The endless misunderstandings in My Secret Romance were far too many to handle.

The cliché of a female lead becoming clumsy around the male lead didn’t encourage viewers to keep watching.

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5. Jinxed at First (2022)

The webtoon adaptation, Jinxed at First, didn’t quite translate onto the screen.

The drama started off promising until everything became a disappointing “mess” that viewers couldn’t follow.

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6. Woori the Virgin (2022)

After the success of the American show Jane the Virgin, Korea made its own adaptation, Woori the Virgin.

Like many of the other dramas listed, it began on the right track until the acting and storyline turned sour.

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7. The Heirs (2013)

Despite The Heirs (also known as Inheritors) becoming a beloved drama, it wasn’t a favorite for everyone.

Though praised for its memes and soundtrack, viewers thought the series could’ve been shorter and noticed how the female lead “lost all her character” the longer the series continued.

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8. All of Us Are Dead (2022)

Although All of Us Are Dead was a breakout hit, the Zombie drama didn’t go without receiving criticism.

Viewers took issue with the show’s plot, which left many disappointed at the lack of development for several characters and events to move the show forward.

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9. Snowdrop (2021)

The action-packed romance of Snowdrop left some viewers concerned about how realistic it was.

While people weren’t sure if romance could blossom in such a tense situation, others took issue with the threats of violence that never happened.

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