Reddit Picked 5 Best Teen Romance K-Dramas You Probably Missed

K-dramas have become a global sensation, captivating audiences with their unique storylines, multi-dimensional characters, and carefully crafted love stories.

South Korean dramas are excellent at many things, but teen romance may be their specialty. Somehow, show creators find a way to depict the raw emotions and experiences of young love.

After much discussion in the comments, passionate Redditors have finally decided which of the many teen dramas are their favorites. So here's the list of 5 teen dramas you must watch if you're a fan.

1. Twinkling Watermelon (2023)

Twinkling Watermelon blends a heartwarming coming-of-age story with fantasy. The light-hearted teen drama with a time travel twist tells us about a kid from 2023 who is in love with music. Suddenly, he ends up in 1995 and may become the reason why his future life parents might never end up together.

The drama beautifully explores themes of self-discovery, friendship, and first love, with a unique twist that adds an element of magic to the usual teenage romance formula.

2. At Eighteen (2019)

Like many K-dramas set in a school, At Eighteen tells a relatable coming-of-age story. It focuses on three main characters: a lonely student who struggles to express his emotions, a top student eager to escape her mother’s control, and a seemingly perfect one who hides her shyness behind a tough exterior.

The romance in the drama feels natural and reminiscent of the sweet, innocent love we only experience in high school.

“I actually did find it memorable. I thought I was getting into a fluffy high school drama, and was surprised by the more serious (but only in the way high school feels serious to you when you’re in it) nature of it. It took high schooler’s emotions, struggles, and joys seriously and treated them with respect. I felt like the whole thing was a love-letter to that sweet, swiftly-passing time of being a teenager,” Redditor Ckelle06 said.

3. Sassy Go Go (2015)

Sassy Go Go does an amazing job of blending teen romance and the importance of friendship. Set in an elite high school in Seoul, the story highlights the divide between the top 5% of academic achievers and those who struggle to keep up. A story every other student knows.

The female lead is part of a rebellious street dance club, and it’s made sure we understand that they are outcasts. While the other main group consists of the class president and the school's only top students. In an unexpected twist, these two groups are forced to come together as a cheerleading squad. And that's where romance comes in.

4. School 2017 (2017)

This K-drama focuses on Ra Eun Ho, an 18-year-old girl whose only dream is to become a webtoon artist. At her school, she struggles with discrimination based on wealth and academic performance. When she's mistaken for the mysterious Student X, her future is threatened.

It will take a while for the romance part to kick in, but it’s worth it.

“School 2017 is so good! It has EVERYTHING!! Friends to lovers - yes, Cute romance - yes, Bromance - yes, Sismance - yes, No love triangle - yes, Healthy relationships - yes. It's a whole package! What started off as a typical high-school drama ended up becoming something magnificent and close to heart along the way as I got attached to each and every character!” Redditor _i1_ said.

5. Extraordinary You (2019)

Extraordinary You stands out as a unique K-drama that blends fantasy with teenage romance. This absolutely charming K-drama is an adaptation of a webtoon called July Found by Chance. The story follows a high school girl named Eun Dan-oh, who discovers that she is a character in a manhwa, Korean comic.

As she begins to realize her fate, she tries to change her storyline, leading her to a love triangle with two very different boys. Redditors praise "Extraordinary You" for its refreshing take on teen romance, filled with plot twists, humor, and a strong sense of empowerment for its female lead.