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00:17Welcome back to Asian Odyssey.
00:18From assassins on a mission to undercover agents fighting crime, Korean action series
00:22never fail to deliver jaw-dropping stunts and intense showdowns that will leave you
00:26breathless.
00:27Today, we're counting down the top 10 best Korean action series that you absolutely
00:30must watch.
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00:3910.
00:40The Veil
00:41It is a 2021 action thriller directed by Kim Sung-yong.
00:44The show revolves around Han Ji-hyuk, a top field agent in the National Intelligence Service.
00:48His life takes a turn for the worse when he is betrayed by someone within the organization.
00:52After mysteriously disappearing for a year, Ji-hyuk returns with a singular mission, to
00:57uncover the internal traitor who pushed him into the abyss.
00:59However, as he delves deeper, he discovers a much bigger enemy lurking behind the organization.
01:10The plot is simple but masterfully woven with suspense.
01:13Plus, you won't have to look hard to find the villains, as they are literally right
01:16in front of you.
01:17Nam Goong-min delivers a stellar portrayal of Han Ji-hyuk, capturing the character's
01:21intensity and complexity.
01:22If you're looking for action mixed with a lot of corruption, this series is perfect
01:25for you.
01:26It has a 7.6 rating on IMDb and is available on Viki.
01:319.
01:32Song of the Bandits
01:33It is a 2023 action historical series directed by Hwang Joon-hyuk.
01:38This riveting drama takes us to the lawless land of Gando, where fierce bandits fight
01:41tooth and nail for their precious homeland and loved ones.
01:44Set during the Japanese colonial rule of Korea in the 1920s, the story centers around Lee
01:49Yun, a former indentured slave and Japanese army soldier.
01:52He defies his master's orders and embarks on a perilous journey to North Gando in search
01:56of a man from his past, but danger lurks at every turn, testing Lee Yun's strength
02:00and vigilance.
02:01His journey leads him to a group of Korean independence fighters and together, they unite
02:05against the imperial army to protect their homeland.
02:14Its world-building is very impressive, making it one of the best western-style series I've
02:18ever seen.
02:19Everything from the acting to the writing to the production is fantastic.
02:23If you're into action-packed westerns, Song of Bandits is definitely worth checking
02:27out.
02:28It has a 7.2 rating on IMDb and is available on Netflix.
02:328.
02:34Vigilante
02:35It is a 2023 South Korean television series created by Moon Yu-seok and based on the Naver
02:40webtoon of the same name.
02:41The show revolves around Kim Ji-yong, a student at the police academy in South Korea.
02:45By day, he lives a normal life, but at night, he becomes the vigilante.
02:49He punishes criminals who receive light sentences for heinous crimes.
02:52His actions catch the attention of Jo Hyeon, the head of an investigation team.
02:55Jo Hyeon initiates an operation to capture the vigilante, with the help of a news reporter
03:00covering the vigilante's activities.
03:06The plot expands to reveal a larger antagonist in the corrupt police chief and his connections
03:10with a politician who kills people to hide their dark deeds.
03:14The show is enticing because it reflects the sad reality that many times criminals are
03:18released because the law works in their favor rather than that of the victims.
03:22This action-packed crime drama is another gem for all genre lovers.
03:25It has a 7.7 rating on IMDb and can be streamed on Disney+.
03:297.
03:30The Uncanny Counter
03:32It is a 2020 fantasy action series based on the Kakao webtoon Amazing Rumor by Jang Yi.
03:38Demon hunters come to Earth to search for evil spirits that escape from the afterlife
03:41to prey on humans.
03:42These demon hunters are known as counters, and each has their own special abilities.
03:46Under the guise of being employees at a noodle restaurant, they capture evil spirits and
03:50fight against them.
03:51The story follows So Mun, a high school student with a disability.
03:54He unexpectedly becomes part of the counters due to his extraordinary physical strength
03:58and eventually becomes a central figure among them.
04:05The Uncanny Counter combines thrilling action, supernatural elements, and emotional depth,
04:10making it a compelling watch as So Mun and the counters fight to protect humanity from
04:14malevolent forces.
04:15It has a 8 rating on IMDb and you can stream it on Netflix.
04:206.
04:22Bloodhounds
04:23It is a 2020 free action crime series directed by Kim Joo Hwan.
04:26The series follows two young boxers, Jeon Woo, a sincere and considerate boxing prospect,
04:31and Woo Jin, his partner in action.
04:32They use their skills to bring justice to those in need.
04:35However, they are swept up into a ruthless, dangerous new world when a private moneylender
04:39enlists their help in a grand scheme to take down a powerful, illegal loan shark.
04:43In order to pay off their debt, they join forces with this moneylender and jump into
04:47the moneylending business, confronting the rich and powerful who prey on the weak.
04:54The story is not very deep, but surprisingly interesting.
04:57Just good fun.
04:58The chemistry between the actors and the engaging moral dilemmas push Bloodhounds to the next
05:02level.
05:03It's gritty and driving, but also quite brutal.
05:04The action sequences are truly pure gold and done in a movie style without an excessive
05:08shaky cam effect.
05:10It has an 8.1 rating on IMDb and is available to watch on Netflix.
05:15Number 5.
05:16The K2
05:17It is a 2016 action drama series directed by Kwak Jung Hwan and Sung Yong Il.
05:21The story follows Kim Jae Ha, a former mercenary soldier who becomes a fugitive after being
05:25wrongfully accused of killing his girlfriend while on a mission in Iraq.
05:28He returns to South Korea, where he encounters Go Eun Na, the secret, illegitimate daughter
05:33of a presidential candidate.
05:34Eun Na has been kept hidden by her stepmother, Choi Yoo Jin, who is a powerful and ruthless
05:39woman and runs a security company.
05:40Jae Ha is hired by Yoo Jin as a bodyguard, known by the codename K2.
05:45His main goal is to protect Eun Na and get revenge on those who framed him.
05:52The show explores themes of loyalty, betrayal, and redemption, set against the backdrop of
05:56political intrigue.
05:58Its intense action and dramatic turns will grab your attention from the first episode
06:02and hold it throughout the series.
06:03It has a 7.8 rating on IMDb and is available on Viki.
06:094. My Name
06:10It is a 2021 action crime series directed by Kim Jin Min.
06:14The story follows Yoon Ji Woo, a high school student and daughter of a gangster.
06:17After witnessing her father's brutal death, Ji Woo is determined to find the killer and
06:21avenge her father.
06:22She joins a powerful crime syndicate led by Choi Moo Jin, her father's friend and the
06:26boss of the organization.
06:27Under Moo Jin's guidance, Ji Woo undergoes rigorous training and assumes a new identity.
06:32She infiltrates the police force as an undercover agent to gather information about her father's
06:36murder and identify the culprit.
06:37As she navigates her dual life as a police officer and a member of the crime syndicate,
06:41Ji Woo faces numerous challenges and moral dilemmas.
06:49This series is filled with top-notch action sequences and expertly choreographed fight
06:53scenes.
06:54The tempo is not interrupted for a moment, and each episode includes at least one fight
06:58sequence.
06:59Han Seo Hee also did an incredible job as Yoon Ji Woo.
07:02It has a 7.8 rating on IMDb.
07:04You can stream it on Netflix.
07:073.
07:08Vagabond
07:09It is a 2019 action-thriller series directed by Yoo In Sik.
07:13The story begins with Cha Dal Gyeon, a stuntman whose life is turned upside down when his
07:17nephew dies in a tragic plane crash.
07:19Devastated by the loss, Dal Gyeon is determined to uncover the truth behind the accident.
07:23He soon discovers that the crash was not an accident but a deliberate act of terrorism.
07:27Dal Gyeon's investigation leads him to Go Hae Ri, an undercover NIS agent working at
07:31the South Korean embassy in Morocco.
07:33Hae Ri is initially skeptical of Dal Gyeon's claims, but soon becomes convinced of the
07:38conspiracy.
07:39Together, they embark on a dangerous journey to expose the truth.
07:48Vagabond is known for its intense action sequences, intricate plot twists, and strong performances
07:53by the cast.
07:54The main characters, Lee Sung Gi and Bae Suzy, both did a satisfactory job in their roles.
07:59This series has received praise for its production quality and engaging storyline.
08:03It has an 8.1 rating on IMDb and is available for streaming on Netflix.
08:11It is the 2023 action-crime series directed by Han Dong Wook.
08:14The series is set in 1990s Seoul, delving into the dark world of drug trafficking and
08:19the relentless pursuit of justice.
08:20The story revolves around Park Jun Mo, a rural police officer who goes undercover to dismantle
08:25a powerful drug cartel distributing a new drug called Gangnam Crystal.
08:28Meanwhile, Jun Mo's wife, Yoo Yui Jeong, who is also a police officer, becomes involved
08:33in the same drug investigation.
08:34In this drug-related mission, Park Jun Mo not only fights the drug cartel, but also
08:38works hard to protect his wife's safety at all times.
08:48The fight scenes are quite impressive and realistic.
08:50The cast performances are strong, especially Lee Ji Chang Wook, who has an extraordinary
08:54presence and ability to convey emotion across the screen.
08:58This show is a gritty and brutal action masterpiece that pulls you into its thrilling world of
09:01crime and doesn't let go.
09:03The Worst of Evil has an 8.3 rating on IMDb and is available on Disney+.
09:12It is a 2023 action-fantasy series directed by Park In Jae and Park Yoon Seo.
09:17The story revolves around a group of extraordinary students who possess incredible genetic superhuman
09:21abilities.
09:22Their quiet lives turn upside down when they become entangled in a high-stakes battle against
09:26some of the world's most powerful governments.
09:28Secret organizations target these students to gain control over their supernatural powers,
09:33but their parents fight for their freedom and shield them from exploitation.
09:42The show beautifully explores themes of love, family, and the burden of secrets from the
09:46past.
09:47The over-the-top fight scenes are one of the highlights that viewers look forward to in
09:50many episodes, and this show delivers with multiple intense fights.
09:54With a solid IMDb rating of 8.4, it's clear why this Korean drama stands out, offering
09:58both thrilling action and emotional resonance in equal measure.
10:01You can stream it on Disney+.
10:05And that's it for today.
10:06We hope you found some new favorites to add to your watch list.
10:09Let us know in the comments which series you loved the most, or if we missed any of your
10:12favorites.
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