7 Must-Watch Political K-Dramas on Netflix

Politics, power struggles, and hidden secrets create some of the most thrilling stories, and political K-dramas capture them with sharp intensity.

From presidential conspiracies to corruption scandals & courtroom battles, these dramas mix suspense, intrigue, & human conflict, offering a smart edge to traditional thrillers.

Queenmaker: A powerful PR strategist switches sides after a tragedy and uses her skills to help a fearless human rights lawyer run for mayor of Seoul. Packed with betrayals, campaign wars & image battles, it explores how influence & strategy can shape leaders.

Chief of Staff: Set inside the National Assembly, this series follows political aides and strategists who wield power behind the scenes. Ambition, integrity, and survival clash in a realistic portrayal of the people who pull the strings in politics.

Designated Survivor: 60 Days: After a terrorist attack wipes out top officials, an environment minister unexpectedly becomes acting president. With only 60 days in office, he faces crises, corruption, & fierce opponents while struggling to lead a nation in chaos.

The Whirlwind: A prime minister & a deputy prime minister wage a ruthless war of power against a corrupt president & conglomerates, throwing the country into turmoil. A dark, gripping tale of betrayal & high-stakes politics.

Trolley: A book conservator is thrust into the political spotlight after family secrets surface, threatening her marriage to a prominent lawmaker. The drama explores morality, sacrifice, & the personal cost of power.

The Lies Within: A woman enters politics to save her missing husband, teaming up with a detective to uncover corruption, conspiracies, & dangerous secrets.

Vagabond: An action-packed conspiracy thriller mixing espionage, political corruption, and global intrigue, where one man seeks truth after a tragic plane crash.