5 K-Dramas that will gently fix you after a rough week: Extraordinary Attorney Woo to Hospital Playlist

Some days or even weeks are just plain exhausting. And as much as you might want to dive into a clever, mind-bending series, sometimes all you really need is something calm, comforting, and low-stakes. K-drama fans get it. In between all the intense melodramas and high-stakes thrillers, there’s always something soft and soothing to help you unwind.

So, we’ve got some suggestions for you. Away from the mainstream, but warm, touching shows that will remind you that life, even if messy, does get better.

1) Hospital Playlist

A group of elite doctors who save lives by day and jam together in a band by night? Sign us up. Hospital Playlist follows five longtime friends working at the same hospital, balancing their demanding medical careers with powerful friendships, evolving love lives, and moments of laughter in between. The real heart of the series lies in their relationships—not just with each other, but also with their patients, whose stories often leave a lasting impact. Across two emotional seasons, you’ll find yourself emotionally invested, debating which couple to root for—because honestly, they all deserve a happy ending.

2) Extraordinary Attorney Woo

Woo to the Young to the Woo! If you’ve seen the show, you know it. This series follows Woo Young-woo, (Park Eun-bin) a brilliant rookie attorney on the autism spectrum, as she traverses the complex world of law with a unique perspective, photographic memory, and deep empathy. From courtroom victories to personal growth, the show balances emotional moments, subtle humour, and thought-provoking legal cases with grace. Along the way, she finds love and acceptance in unexpected places—especially with the charming Lee Jun-ho (played by Kang Tae-oh). Extraordinary Attorney Woo tackles sensitive social issues while offering a fresh take on justice, ethics, and what it truly means to belong.

3) When the Camellia Blooms

 A rom-com, a small-town drama, and a serial killer mystery all walk into a bar—and it somehow works. When the Camellia Blooms follows Dong-baek, a single mother and bar owner with a heart of gold, as she tries to build a quiet life in a nosy, judgmental town. Enter Hwang Yong-sik, a hot-headed but adorably earnest police officer who falls head-over-heels for her—and isn’t subtle about it. Just as romance blooms, so does danger, with a chilling whodunit unfolding in the background. Equal parts sweet and suspenseful, this show will make you smile, sniffle, and side-eye your neighbours—all in one episode.

4) Legend of the Blue Sea

Catch Lee Min-ho being delightfully un–Lee Min-ho in Legend of the Blue Sea, a whimsical fantasy romance where he plays a charming con artist who falls for a mermaid—yes, a literal mermaid. What follows is a wild escapade that blurs the lines between past and present, fate and free will. And of course, no K-drama is complete without a few botched memory wipes, because what’s love without a little confusion and chaos?

5) Touch your heart

When in doubt, retreat to the comfort zone of a good office romance. Touch Your Heart, starring Lee Dong-wook and Yoo In-na, is warm, charming, and low-stakes in the best way—complete with a sprinkle of Roman Holiday references. The story follows a once-famous actress who lands a temporary job at a law firm to prep for a movie role. Enter her boss: the stoic, taciturn Kwon Jung-rok (played by Dong-wook). As expected, sparks fly. From office mishaps to the classic stalker subplot, it checks all the romance drama boxes—without ever getting too heavy. It’s your K-drama version of comfort food.