8 thrilling K-dramas with a serial killer twist 

Arshi Khanam

Korean thrillers

K-dramas are loved for their romantic storyline but there are a few Korean gems in the genre of mystery and thriller. Here are some gripping K-dramas with a psycho serial killer.  

Beyond Evil (Viki)

This gripping thriller revolves around two police detectives as they grapple to hunt a dangerous serial killer with uncanny resemblance to a cold case.  

Mouse (Prime)

A spine-chilling drama packed with twists and turns to keep you hooked. The plot revolves around a thrilling cat-and-mouse chase between police and a psychopathic killer. 

A Killer Paradox (Netflix)

This unique thriller K-drama revolves around a college student as he gets entangled in a world of crime when he discovers special ability to hunt ruthless serial killers and becomes a vigilante. 

Less Than Evil (Dailymotion)

Adapted from British series Luther, this riveting thriller revolves around a hot headed detective, a psychopath and a serial killer on the loose.  

Tunnel (Netflix)

This edgy thriller garnered popularity for its sharp narrative and a time-travel twist. The plot follows a detective who travels forwards in time to hunt a serial killer before time runs out.  

Memorist (Viki)

The plot revolves around a gifted young man with mind reading abilities. When a string of brutal killings plaque the city, detectives team up for a special squad to nab the culprit.  

Psychopath Diary (Viki)

This riveting drama revolves around a man who gets entangled in a murky world of serial murders when he possesses a diary of a psycho killer. 

Somebody (Netflix)

A gritty thriller that reflects on the dark side of technology. The plot follows a software developer getting entangled in various mysterious crimes pointing to her dating app.