​ ​ 8 Greatest Korean Action Thrillers on OTT 

Arshi Khanam

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With the growth of OTT platforms, K-drama fans can now easily access action-packed thriller dramas online and relish intricate plot twists and impressive performances. Swipe for a look at some of the best:

Flower of Evil (JioCinema, Viki)  

Starring Lee Joon-gi and Moon Chae-won, this riveting action thriller follows a perfect family whose lives take a dark turn when past secrets haunt their present, with a murder mystery twist.  

A Shop for Killers (Hotstar)  

This high-octane action thriller stars Lee Dong-wook. It is one of the most twisted K-dramas of all time because of its unexpected turns and compelling narrative around gun violence and family secrets. 

Mouse (Prime Video)  

Led by the dynamic duo of Lee Hee-joon and Lee Seung-gi as a detective and rookie officer, respectively, Mouse is an enthralling cat-and-mouse chase between the investigators and a serial killer.  

Tunnel (Netflix) 

Choi Jin-hyuk, Yoon Hyun-min, and Lee Yoo-young star in this edgy crime thriller with impressive action scenes. It revolves around a detective’s hunt for a serial killer as he mysteriously travels into the future.  

My Name (Netflix)  

Starring Han So-hee as a strong anti-hero, the action crime thriller revolves around a woman who seeks revenge. She teams up with a dangerous gang to avenge her father’s brutal death.  

Vincenzo (Netflix)  

Song Joong-ki stars in this all-time popular action thriller. It follows a Korean-Italian mafia lawyer as he legally battles with an immoral conglomerate.  

The Devil Judge (Viki)

Featuring a star-studded ensemble of Ji Sung, Kim Min-jung, and Park Jin-young, this fascinating thriller is set in a dystopic future where ruthless judges bring justice on a live show.  

Parasyte: The Grey (Netflix)  

This manga reimagination, a live-action drama, keeps you hooked with its unique narrative. It revolves around a special task force team that tackles mysterious parasitic creatures who want to take over humanity.