It’s safe to say that the K-drama craze never fades. One of the things that keeps us K-drama fans hooked is the endless variety of tropes, and among them, the gangster theme stands out. The Korean entertainment industry has delivered some truly captivating series centred around gangsters, spanning a wide array of genres like action, thriller, mystery, romantic-comedy, and coming-of-age. If you're eager to dive into gangster-themed K-dramas, we've compiled a list of some must-watch shows for you.
5 Must-Watch Gangster K-Dramas For Action Lovers
‘Vincenzo’
‘Vincenzo’ is another fan-favourite gangster K-drama, featuring the talented Song Joong Ki in the lead role. Since its premiere on tvN in 2021, the series has received widespread acclaim for its compelling storyline, strong performances, and shocking plot twists, making it one of the best K-dramas of all time.
The drama follows Vincenzo Cassano, a skilled mafia consigliere and lawyer of Korean descent who resides in Italy. His mission is to take down the corrupt Babel Group. Alongside Song Joong Ki, the cast includes Jeon Yeo Been, Kim Yeo Jin, and Ok Taec Yeon. Vincenzo is available for streaming on Netflix.
‘Lawless Lawyer’
‘Lawless Lawyer’ is another gripping and popular gangster K-drama that premiered on May 12, 2018, on tvN. Directed by the talented Kim Jin Min, the series follows the story of Bong Sang Pil, a former gangster turned lawyer, and Ha Jae Yi, a dedicated attorney with an unwavering sense of justice. Together, they establish a ‘lawless’ law firm and work tirelessly to bring down a corrupt judge.
Lee Joon Gi plays the role of Bong Sang Pil, while Seo Yea Ji stars as Ha Jae Yi. The cast also includes Choi Min Soo and Lee Hye Young. ‘Lawless Lawyer’ is currently available for streaming on Viki.
‘My Name’
‘My Name’ is a 2021 South Korean action crime thriller directed by Kim Jin-min, featuring Han So-hee, Park Hee-soon, and Ahn Bo-hyun. The series follows a woman who joins a gang to seek revenge for her father's death, eventually becoming the gang's mole within the police force. With its gripping storyline and intense performances, My Name has garnered attention and is available for streaming on Netflix. It holds an IMDb rating of 7.8.
‘High School Return of a Gangster’
‘High School Return of a Gangster’ is based on the manhwa ‘I, A Gangster, Became a High School Student’ by Horol. The series follows the coming-of-age journey of Kim Deuk Pal, a gangster whose spirit unexpectedly takes over the body of a high school student named Song Yi Heon.
Upon discovering that Yi Heon is a victim of school bullying, Kim Deuk Pal begins to punish the bullies and tries to reform them. The show stars Yoon Chan Young as Kim Deuk Pal (aka Song Yi Heon), with supporting roles played by Bong Jae Hyun and Lee Seo Jin. ‘High School Return of a Gangster’ is available for streaming on TVING.
‘My Sweet Mobster’
Not all gangster K-dramas fall into the action-thriller category. ‘My Sweet Mobster’ is a fresh romantic comedy series, which debuted on JTBC on June 12, 2024. The drama centres around the love story between an ex-convict and a charming woman who creates children’s videos for her social media channel. The show provides a lighthearted twist to the typical gangster genre and can be streamed online via Viki.
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