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Get ready for adrenaline-pumping action with the top 10 Korean action series on Netflix, Disney+, and Viki!

From intense martial arts battles to thrilling chase sequences, these series will keep you on the edge of your seat. Discover hidden secrets, unravel conspiracies, and witness unforgettable fights as you dive into the world of Korean action.

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Whether you're a fan of intense action, gripping storytelling, or stunning visuals, these Korean series have it all. Don't miss out on this incredible lineup!

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00:00Hey there, entertainment lovers!
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.
00:31If you're new here, make sure to hit the subscribe button and click the bell icon to
00:35stay updated with the latest in entertainment.
00:37Let's get started!
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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