Sometimes, all you need is one night and the perfect K-drama. Whether you’re in the mood to binge-watch something heart-fluttering, action-packed, or tear-jerking without committing to a full-length series, there’s a growing list of K-dramas that pack all the emotional punch into just a few hours. These mini-dramas and short series are perfect for a cozy night in, a spontaneous sleepover, or even a weekend reset.

We’ve rounded up the best K-dramas that you can watch in a single night, and trust us, sleep can wait.

1. Soundtrack #1

• Episodes: 4
• Genre: Romance
• Where To Watch: Disney+ / AppleTV

Han Sun Woo and Lee Eun Soo have been closest friends for 20 years, but after only two weeks of living together, their friendship has begun to change toward romance. Sun Woo, a pleasant rookie photographer, has a sweet and caring personality. Eun Soo, who is outspoken and expressive, never hides her emotions. She pursued her dream of becoming a writer three years ago, and now the sweet, complicated feelings between them are frequently reflected in the emotional words of her songs.

2. Everything And Nothing

• Episodes: 4
• Genre: Romance
• Where To Watch: ViKi

Min Jae and Seo Yeon face heartbreak and personal progress. Min Jae is a quiet, considerate kid who keeps to himself while excelling academically. He prefers to avoid conflict and stay beneath the radar. Seo Yeon, a classmate and middle school graduate, lives a similar tranquil life. She has lived with her mother since her parents divorced two years ago. Their shared experiences help to build a greater knowledge of one another and themselves.

3. Death’s Game

• Episodes: 4
• Genre: Thriller
• Where To Watch: Prime Video

Based on the webtoon Ije God Jukseubnida by Lee Won Sik and illustrated by Gul-chan, Choi I Jae faces seven years of job struggles and spirals into despair. Ready to end his life, he encounters an unexpected figure, Death, at the entrance to Hell. Instead of an immediate end, Death gives him a strange punishment: he must experience death in twelve different bodies. To escape his fate, I Jae must figure out how to survive each new life.

4. The School Nurse File

• Episodes: 6
• Genre: Supernatural
• Where To Watch: Netflix

Based on Chung Serang’s novel ‘School Nurse Ahn Eun Young‘, this quirky series follows Ahn Eun Young, a school nurse with the rare ability to see jelly-like creatures born from human desires. Armed with a toy knife and BB gun, she battles these odd monsters while uncovering strange happenings at her school. Teaming up with Hong In Pyo, a Chinese teacher with a mysterious energy field, the duo joins forces to protect the students and keep their school safe from supernatural chaos.

5. Kingdom

• Episodes: 6
• Genre: Historical & Supernatural
• Where To Watch: Netflix

As the King of Joseon becomes ill with smallpox and disappears from public view, rumors of his death spread rapidly. Seizing the opportunity, the strong Cho Clan, commanded by the Queen’s father and Chief State Councillor Cho Hak Joo, labels the Crown Prince a traitor. Determined to discover the truth, the Prince and his devoted guard Moo Young look for the last doctor who treated the King. Their trip takes them to a distant village plagued by an unusual and fatal sickness.

6. Anna

• Episodes: 6
• Genre: Thriller
• Where To Watch: Prime Video

Based on Jung Han Ah’s novel Chinmilhan Ibangin, this drama follows Yoo Mi, a woman whose small lie leads her to take on another person’s life. Hyun Joo, cool and aloof, looks down on others without being cruel, and shares a quietly strained dynamic with Yoo Mi. Yoo Mi’s husband, Ji Hoon, is driven and focused on success. Meanwhile, Ji Won, a reliable senior, stands as Yoo Mi’s sole source of trust in her increasingly complicated world.

7. The Sound Of Magic

• Episodes: 6
• Genre: Fantasy
• Where To Watch: Netflix

Based on the webtoon ‘Annarasumanara‘, this story follows Yoon Ah Yi, a bright high schooler juggling studies and part-time jobs to support her younger sister. With her father gone and her mother missing, she dreams of a normal adult life. While competing with top student Na Il Deung, a budding romance sparks between them. Everything changes when she stumbles upon a mysterious magician, Lee Eul, in a deserted amusement park, where he offers comfort and awe-inspiring magic to those who still believe.

8. D.P.

• Episodes: 6
• Genre: Military
• Where To Watch: Netflix

Based on the webtoon ‘D.P. Dog Day‘ by Kim Bo Tong, D.P. follows Jun Ho, an ordinary Korean soldier whose life takes a sharp turn when he’s assigned to a unit that hunts down military deserters. Thrust into a role he never expected, Jun Ho begins to confront the harsh realities behind desertion. Each case forces him to question the system and uncover the emotional and psychological struggles that drive some soldiers to abandon their posts.

9. Hellbound

• Episodes: 6
• Genre: Supernatural
• Where To Watch: Netflix

Based on the webcomic ‘Hellbound‘ by Yeon Sang Ho and Choi Kyu Seok, this gripping story follows the chaos that erupts when eerie beings suddenly appear to declare people bound for hell. As fear spreads, a religious group called The New Truth gains power by claiming to understand these supernatural judgments. But not everyone is convinced. A handful of skeptics begin digging deeper, questioning the group’s motives and uncovering dark secrets behind the terrifying events shaking their world.

10. Mask Girl

• Episodes: 7
• Genre: Thriller
• Where To Watch: Netflix

Adapted from the webtoon ‘Mask Girl‘, written by Maemi and illustrated by Hee Se, the story follows Kim Mo Mi, an ordinary office worker with low self-esteem about her looks. She becomes an internet broadcaster, hiding her face behind a mask, and gets entangled in various incidents. Her coworker, Joo Oh Nam, secretly admires her. Struggling with his insecurities and lack of attention, Joo Oh Nam finds solace in her broadcasts but is soon dragged into an unforeseen event involving Kim Mo Mi.

Conclusion

These one-night K-dramas are perfect for your next binge session. With their shorter runtimes and gripping storylines, they deliver all the drama, laughter, and feels without the long-term commitment. So grab your favorite snacks, get comfy, and dive into a K-drama marathon that won’t keep you up for too many nights. Happy watching!