In the world of South Korean doramas, there are several period titles that enable a trip to the past; Check out 5 of them on the list!
The stories told through movies, series, and TV shows have the ability to teleport the viewer to different realities that could often not know if they were not presented through the screens – such as period plots, which, while exploring the past, bring aspects that connect with the current audience.
In the world of doramas, it is common to find productions located centuries ago. In this case, the plots present historical moments of the past, such as wars and dynasties, inserted in various plots that bring genres such as mystery, drama, romance and even comedy.
Thinking about these titles, Recreio has gathered a list of 5 season doramas you need to know; Check it out:
1. Alchemy of souls (2022)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=71wzqwax5ri
Written by Hong sisters“Alchemy das Almas” was launched in 2022 by TVN to tell the story located in the fictional country called Daeho, where witch Nak-Su had her body exchanged for another through a forbidden magical spell. In the new body, she meets Jang UK, a man of a renowned family, who will have the fate changed by her.
The story, which is full of romance, is available on Netflix.
2. Mr. Queen (2020)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2-ikfk0hjbw
In “Mr. Queen” (2020), a rising chef ends up traveling in time when awakening in the body of a young queen of South Korea during the 19th century. Now, while trying to adapt the reality of royalty, she will discover great secrets about the members of the court.
The plot, which mixes comedy and fantasy, is based on the Chinese soap opera “Go Princess Go” and its web series adaptation. It debuted on TVN in 2020, but today it can be seen on Netflix and Rakuten Viki.
3. Kingdom (2019)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=J2PRKN0FMU8
From Netflix, “Kingdom” is established at the time of the Joseon dynasty (1392-1897). The synopsis says: “Strange rumors about the king’s disease make everyone terrified. Now the heir prince is the only hope against the mysterious epidemic.” With two seasons, this is the second original series of the streaming platform.
4. Mr. Sunshine (2018)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rpjso4fhtr
Also from TVN, “Mr. Sunshine” was part of the station’s programming grid in 2018. In history, South Korean Choi Yoo-Jin was just a child when he was taken to the United States aboard a warship in 1871. Years later, he returns to his home country as an American soldier, and while finding herself in love with Go Ae-Shin, the daughter of an aristocrat, he will find out What is behind the attempt to colonize the Korea.
The drama can be seen on Netflix.
5. My Dearest – My Great Love (2023)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dnvwdHVHH0
Yoo Gil-Chae and Lee Jang-Hyun are two members of the nobility that in the midst of a war will discover feelings for each other in “My Dearest”, translated into “My Great Love” in Brazil. The plot was launched in 2023 by MBC and is now available at Rakuten Viki and Kocowa.
Source: Recreio
