Loved "While You Were Sleeping"? These Top Korean Dramas Keep You Watching!

While You Were Sleeping mixed fantasy, mystery, and romance in a way that hooked so many. The idea of seeing future events in dreams gave the story tension, while the characters’ bonds made it feel real. If you enjoyed this blend of suspense and love, here are 12 Korean dramas you should watch next. They mix emotion, mystery, and romance that keep you glued from start to finish.

1. The King: Eternal Monarch (2020)

This drama blends parallel worlds with a royal romance. Lee Min-ho stars as an emperor who crosses into a modern world to save both realms. It’s full of mystery, fantasy, and strong chemistry. If you liked While You Were Sleeping’s dreamy vibe, this will feel familiar.

2. Tale of the Nine Tailed (2020)

A mix of folklore, fantasy, and romance. The story follows a mythical fox spirit and a TV producer who uncovers secrets about him. It’s thrilling, romantic, and filled with supernatural twists that keep you guessing.

3. W: Two Worlds (2016)

Here, reality and a webtoon world collide. A surgeon finds herself pulled into the comic world where she must survive and change the story. It’s fast-paced, romantic, and suspenseful. Fans of dreamlike stories will love this.

4. Hotel Del Luna (2019)

This series tells of a hotel for ghosts, managed by a beautiful but cursed woman. The mix of fantasy and romance is hauntingly beautiful. It’s emotional and mysterious, like While You Were Sleeping.

5. Extraordinary You (2019)

A high school girl discovers she’s a character in a comic book and tries to change her fate. This drama blends romance, fantasy, and a touch of humor, keeping the mystery alive throughout.

6. Remember: War of the Son (2015)

While more of a legal thriller, this drama contains mystery and emotional depth. It’s about a man with perfect memory fighting for justice and family. The tension and heartfelt moments make it a gripping watch.

7. Black (2017)

A dark fantasy thriller where a grim reaper inhabits a human body and falls in love with a woman who can see ghosts. The mix of mystery and romance keeps you hooked from episode one.

8. The Guest (2018)

Focused on exorcisms and demons, this drama follows a psychic, a priest, and a detective working together to solve supernatural crimes. It’s darker but shares While You Were Sleeping’s eerie atmosphere and suspense.

9. Signal (2016)

A gripping thriller where a detective communicates with a cold case profiler from the past through a mysterious walkie-talkie. It’s suspenseful and emotional, perfect for fans of stories that blend reality with mystery.

10. I Hear Your Voice (2013)

This drama features a man who can read minds and a public defender. Together, they solve cases and face their pasts. It balances romance, mystery, and courtroom drama with heart.

11. Healer (2014)

A mix of action, romance, and mystery. A night courier with a secret identity gets caught up in a web of conspiracy and love. Its tight storytelling and chemistry make it a great follow-up for While You Were Sleeping fans.

12. Chicago Typewriter (2017)

A story about a writer and his friends who are reincarnated from the 1930s into modern Seoul. The drama combines mystery, fantasy, and romance with a nostalgic tone.

While You Were Sleeping wasn’t just about dreams or romance. It was about the power of fate, the pain of loss, and the hope that love can change everything. These dramas share that mix of mystery and heart. Some focus more on fantasy and the supernatural. Others lean into crime and thriller elements. But all keep you watching, guessing, and feeling deeply.