Critically Acclaimed Action: 5 K-Dramas with Sky-High Ratings
- My Drama List
Gaya Hidup, VIVA Banyuwangi – High ratings are often a good indicator of a K-drama's quality and popularity. If you're looking for action-packed shows that have been praised by both critics and viewers, look no further! Here are 5 K-dramas with impressive ratings that will satisfy your craving for thrilling action and captivating stories.
1. Taxi Driver (2021)
This action thriller follows Kim Do-gi (Lee Je-hoon), a former special forces officer who becomes a taxi driver for a mysterious organization that offers a unique service: revenge for victims failed by the legal system. "Taxi Driver" delivers thrilling action sequences and a thought-provoking exploration of justice and morality. The drama was a hit with viewers, achieving a peak rating of 16% (Nielsen Korea).
2. Vincenzo (2021)
Vincenzo Cassano (Song Joong-ki), a Korean-Italian mafia lawyer, returns to Korea to retrieve hidden gold. He finds himself caught in a battle against a corrupt conglomerate, using his ruthless tactics to fight for justice. "Vincenzo" is a stylish and action-packed thriller with a charismatic anti-hero. The drama was a massive success, reaching a peak rating of 14.6% (Nielsen Korea).
3. The Fiery Priest (2019)
Kim Hae-il (Kim Nam-gil) is a Catholic priest with anger management issues who teams up with a goofy detective, Koo Dae-young (Kim Sung-kyun), to fight injustice. "The Fiery Priest" is a unique blend of comedy, action, and crime with a captivating storyline. This action-comedy was a huge hit, garnering a peak rating of 22% (Nielsen Korea).
4. Bad and Crazy (2021)
Ryu Su-yeol (Lee Dong-wook), a corrupt police officer, develops a split personality named "K" who forces him to fight for justice. "Bad and Crazy" is a wild ride with brutal action sequences, dark humor, and unexpected twists. While not achieving the same sky-high ratings as others on this list, "Bad and Crazy" still garnered a respectable 5.1% (Nielsen Korea) and is well-loved for its unique premise and strong performances.
