Korean LGBT+ Main & Side Characters/Romances

LGBT+ representation in K-Dramas (and also Korean movies, but mainly K-Dramas) is few and far between. That's why I decided to make this list. There is progression, and though it's very slow, I want to highlight Korea specifically for taking steps in the right direction.

I'll put a few movies on here. But, mostly just dramas.

My Japanese LGBT+ List: https://mydramalist.com/list/3bgDg7k4

Recommended Resources for Indie/Hard-to-Find Queer Korean Content: 

Strongberry (on YouTube). They mainly make short films, but they're generally high quality.

GagaOOLala. If a Korean LGBT+ short film can't be found on YouTube, it's probably here.

The Beginning: https://mydramalist.com/profile/8835865/feeds/dKnbZSB

Milestone #1: https://mydramalist.com/profile/8835865/feeds/4WvWRCA

Milestone #2: https://mydramalist.com/profile/8835865/feeds/470jzET7

Note: In a specific order.

Disclosure: I, myself, am Bi Ace (Biromantic Asexual)

This list is not just for me, by the way. It's for all of you guys! And you're more than welcome to leave suggestions in the form of a comment or even send me a message, regardless if we are friends or not. 

Will contain spoilers, at least regarding a character's sexuality/gender. May or may not contain other spoilers; I will attempt to keep it just to what is related to the rep. You have been warned!

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  • Sério, Lily?

    201. Sério, Lily?

    Korean Movie - 2019

    7.0

    #201

    Main romance between two FLs.

    Unfortunately, all that got released was the pilot. It was really cute and hilarious, though!

    Pilot Ep: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=167D6kmuspU

  • 1 em 10,000 (Ato I)

    202. 1 em 10,000 (Ato I)

    Korean Movie - 2018

    8.0

    #202

    Main romance between two FLs.

    Link to watch it: https://youtu.be/TJKGd_5mDuk 

  • 1 em 10,000 (Ato II)

    203. 1 em 10,000 (Ato II)

    Korean Movie - 2018

    8.0

    #203

    Continuing main romance between two FLs.

    Link to watch it: https://youtu.be/FTk-stj8CPI 

  • 1 em 10,000 (Ato III)

    204. 1 em 10,000 (Ato III)

    Korean Movie - 2018

    8.5

    #204

    Continuing main romance between two FLs.

    "Live every lifetime as if it's the one you've been waiting for." I'd take that over "yolo" any day. Wouldn't you?

    Link to watch it: https://youtu.be/3Y51mvcmVd8 

  • Green of Summer

    205. Green of Summer

    Korean Drama - 2023, 8 episodes

    7.0

    #205

    Main romance between two FLs.

    My thoughts on the drama itself: A charming enough little series with a fair bit of stylistic shots.

    Link to watch it: https://youtu.be/Uk_pn8-nh-0?si=oaPt8onl6_4U661q

  • A Day of Dating

    206. A Day of Dating

    Korean Drama - 2022, 3 episodes

    #206

    Main romance between two FLs.

    I finally found it on YouTube . . . But there are no eng subs! :(

    EP 1: https://youtu.be/GESzg78cvpg

    EP 2: https://youtu.be/39xur9gYES4

    EP 3: https://youtu.be/D_a_Jk4OVuw

  • Three Sided Love

    207. Three Sided Love

    Korean Drama - 2017, 10 episodes

    #207

    Main romance between two FLs.

    Link to watch it (without eng subs): https://youtu.be/k13HX5oDLRM

    Kind of seems like this one will never get English subtitles, unfortunately :(

  • His Man Season 2

    208. His Man Season 2

    Korean TV Show - 2023, 14 episodes

    10

    #208

    A reality dating show exclusively featuring Gay men.

    My thoughts on the show itself: We once again got a genuine reality dating show with time to address the experience/struggle of being Queer/coming out. I felt this second season had even more heart to it than the first, actually. I will be eagerly awaiting the third season! Also, "Her Woman?" When? I WANT IT!

    Can be found on iQiyi or GagaOOLala (with a VPN in Australia)

  • His Man

    209. His Man

    Korean TV Show - 2022, 11 episodes

    10

    #209

    A reality dating show exclusively featuring Gay men.

    I'm just going to put my review here since I feel I have already best summarized my thoughts on this show:

    To think that it was only in 2020 when (arguably) the first Korean BL Drama (Where Your Eyes Linger) was released to now in 2022 when we have Korea's first Gay reality dating show is truly surreal.

    They managed to make this show comforting but also not shy away from hardships. While watching I was wondering to myself if they were ever going to discuss coming out or the possible consequences of being on the show at all, only to see them dedicate one episode specifically to having everyone share their experiences and feelings on the matter. I felt like the creators of this show genuinely cared about Queer people and sharing their stories. I should also note that they did not try to sexualize anyone.

    In Korea, we've gone from merely having some side LGBT+ characters to some dramas centered specifically around them and their romances to actually portraying real Queer people on the screen.

    His Man and Merry Queer are important stepping stones, for sure. Let's not just stop here though. Let's keep going!

    Can be found on GagaOOLala or iQiyi

  • His Man Season 3

    210. His Man Season 3

    Korean TV Show - 2024, 14 episodes

    8.5

    #210

    A reality dating show exclusively featuring Gay men.

    My thoughts on the show itself: *sigh*

    Another season of His Man and another season where I root for a ship and see such promise; it hits rocky seas, I find hope in some moments, and then the bow meets the rocks, and it all gets dashed to pieces. But it's fine. It's okay. I'm used to it.

    In all seriousness, who ended/didn't end up with who aside? Can we stop for a moment to appreciate how amazing it is that we've gotten three seasons of His Man?! I thought S2 was a miracle! How far Korea has come in regard to Queer representation in media in just the last few years!

    Here's the thing: Much as I adore this show, though, how I do adore His Man, I have to take a full point off for not following up with the other participants at the end. Because why? You can't show me the outcome for some and then just leave me hanging with the rest like that!

    Can be found on iQiyi

  • Merry Queer

    211. Merry Queer

    Korean TV Show - 2022, 9 episodes

    8.0

    #211

    A reality show about three different Queer couples' stories/lives.

    I'm just going to put my review here since I feel I have already best summarized my thoughts:

    This, like His Man, is an important stepping stone for LGBT+ people in Korean media. Unlike that reality show, though, this had a lot of problems.

    While I was ecstatic to hear about this show's release, I began feeling disappointed after watching a few episodes. The hosts wanted to open up the public's minds to Queer people, a noble goal. However, in the pursuit of this they often watered down vital concepts (like sexuality and gender) to the point of being incorrect and/or problematic, were more sympathetic toward parents of Queer children than the children themselves (they even said they were equally struggling), handled insults and dismissals from unaccepting parents with kiddie gloves, and failed to make a hard stand against bigotry.

    I do get the sense that this was made with good intentions and that the hosts aren't bad people. But I feel like they cared so much about Straight people's perception of the show that they ended up catering to them to a fault. There was this sense that it was up to Queer people to keep trying to convince their family members and bend to make them more comfortable rather than the onus being on those being hateful and unaccepting.

    All of this being said, I'm still glad this was made so I could see these Queer people's stories and so that, hopefully, Korea will portray more real Queer people on the screen.

    Can be found on GagaOOLala (with a VPN) or free websites (they have atrocious subtitles though)

  • Love Alarm

    212. Love Alarm

    Korean TV Show - 2022, 13 episodes

    #212

    A reality dating show based on the K-Drama Love Alarm.

    During the show, one contestant, Jasmine, asks out a female contestant she's interested in, White Rose. After this there is also a scene shown where she states to the camera she is Bi. 

    English subtitles aren't currently available for an international audience which makes understanding any finer details and wider context difficult. From what I've read, there is possibly another contestant who may or may not be Bi. If possible, I would like to watch this. We'll see if I'll be able to.

  • Dizzying Blind Date Z

    213. Dizzying Blind Date Z

    Korean TV Show - 2023, 8 episodes

    #213

    Ep 8 is a Queer Reality Dating Show.

    I'm only here for the Queer. Meaning, I will definitely watch Ep 8 but I doubt I'll check out the rest of this. At that time, I will update this accordingly.

    Link to Ep 8: https://youtu.be/xMzPsTR1E4c?si=tUTUzZS0JDl8kHFL

  • Cityboy_Log

    214. Cityboy_Log

    Korean TV Show - 2023, 33 episodes

    8.0

    #214

    CW. Will update accordingly.

    Main romance between two MLs as well as a side romance between two MLs.

    My thoughts on the drama itself: With this being in a vlogging format, everything feels very natural. Almost makes you forget that they're all acting.

    Volume 1: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLZ__edMZliXv2-pPOpBjz6_WOXOarSNhn&si=bucUXkTCuLVsko0i

    Volume 2: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLZ__edMZliXv1J9SGQ0tLoEuj7q6w4grd&si=3rKj23j9EaKTnz6v

    Volume 3: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLZ__edMZliXtStnY4hk4HW6w9H-dHmxoF&si=A8EwlDUOpeXpFCA3

    Volume 4 can be found on iQiyi

    Volume 5: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLZ__edMZliXsDITvhvsOEFq8eo2Ra6h-8&si=iFPyCa20qdKGrq5Y

  • Amor na Cidade Grande

    215. Amor na Cidade Grande

    Korean Movie - 2024

    #215

    Coming December 24th

    Features a Gay ML.

    Can be found on Rakuten Viki

  • Gangster and His Boyfriend

    216. Gangster and His Boyfriend

    Korean Drama - 2024

    #216

    Coming December 21st

    Main romance between two MLs.

    Can be found on ShortMax App

  • Não Podemos ir para o Céu, mas Podemos Amar

    #218

    Waiting for it to be available for international audiences

    Main romance between two FLs.

    Platform not known yet

  • Drama Stage 2022: XXXY

    218. Drama Stage 2022: XXXY

    Korean Special - 2022, 4 episodes

    #219

    Will watch what is available as subbed soon

    From what I've read, this featured an Intersex character as well as a character questioning their sexuality. 

    As I was unable to find clips, articles, or anything else outside of MDL about this I was only able to get info from the few comments posted as well as a review about the rep that was near impossible to follow.

    Link to Fansubber's Page (only has subs for Ep 1-3): https://yeolmaesubs.blogspot.com/2022/08/eng-sub-tvn-opening-xxxy.html?m=1 

    Note: Credit to @aqqu for providing the above link

  • Untitled BL Drama

    219. Untitled BL Drama

    Korean Drama - 2024, 2 episodes

    #220

    Will watch when fully available with subs

    Main romance between two MLs.

    Can be found on Likey: https://likey.me/FlyingPenguin

  • Love in Spring

    220. Love in Spring

    Korean Drama - 2022, 16 episodes

    #221

    Will watch when possible with decent subtitles

    Main romance between two MLs.

    Update: I can't seem to find a way to watch this. Looks like I'll have to put it on hold until we get a good fansubber or they put it on a platform outside of Watcha.

    Update: From what I've read about those who have watched through this is that us viewers end up getting played as it is more Bromance than Romance, with the only clear Queer character being the villain with a tragic ending. So maybe it's a good thing I haven't yet found an avenue to watch it as I would have to suffer through it for nothing. Lol.

    Can be found on Watcha (with a VPN) without English subtitles

  • Heart Stain

    221. Heart Stain

    Korean Drama - 2025

    #222

    Hasn't released yet

    Main romance between two MLs.

  • Space Bakery

    222. Space Bakery

    Korean Drama - 2024, 8 episodes

    #223

    Unclear if still happening

    Main romance between two MLs.

    Update: Last seemed to be coming out in March.

    Platform not known yet

  • My Idol

    223. My Idol

    Korean Drama - 0000

    #224

    Unclear if still happening

    Main romance between two MLs.

    Update: Last rumored to be coming out in August.

    Platform not known yet

  • Choco Milk Shake Season 2

    224. Choco Milk Shake Season 2

    Korean Drama - 0000

    #225

    Unclear if still happening

    Main romance between two MLs as well as a side plot romance between two MLs. 

    Yesssss! We are winning this year!!!

    Update: Not sure when exactly it will come out. I don't imagine the team will make us wait too long though.

    Update: Haven't heard anything in a while. Hope this still happens!

  • Heesu in Class 2

    225. Heesu in Class 2

    Korean Drama - 0000, 10 episodes

    #226

    Hasn't released yet

    Main romance between two MLs.

    Update: Not sure when exactly it's coming. But it looks like it will be soon!

    Update: Please don't get canceled! Pleaaaaaase!

    Update: So glad we finally got confirmation it exists and will come out someday! *sobs*

    Possibly airing on Netflix

  • The Story of Bi Hyeong

    226. The Story of Bi Hyeong

    Korean Drama - 0000

    #227

    Hasn't released yet

    Main romance between two MLs.

  • Love Class Season 3

    227. Love Class Season 3

    Korean Drama - 0000

    #228

    Hasn't released yet

    Main romance between two MLs.

  • Dokkaebi Captivation

    228. Dokkaebi Captivation

    Korean Drama - 0000

    #229

    Hasn't released yet

    Main romance between two MLs.

    It sounds realllllly weird, but it's from Strongberry so I think it could be quite interesting and/or heartfelt. They seem to pull off most things they try!

  • A Secret Romance Between Us

    229. A Secret Romance Between Us

    Korean Drama - 0000

    #230

    Hasn't released yet

    Main romance between two MLs.

  • Eul's Love

    230. Eul's Love

    Korean Drama - 0000

    #232

    Hasn't released yet

    Main romance between two MLs.

  • Killing Stalking

    231. Killing Stalking

    Korean Drama - 0000

    #234

    Hasn't released yet

    Main romance between two MLs.

  • First Love Guideline

    232. First Love Guideline

    Korean Drama - 0000

    #235

    Hasn't released yet

    Main romance between two MLs.

  • Secret Relationship

    233. Secret Relationship

    Korean Drama - 2025

    #236

    Hasn't released yet

    Main romance between two MLs.

  • Bermuda Triangle

    234. Bermuda Triangle

    Korean Drama - 0000, 6 episodes

    #237

    Hasn't released yet

    Main romance between two MLs.

  • Two Game Over

    235. Two Game Over

    Korean Drama - 0000

    #238

    Hasn't released yet

    Main romance between two MLs.

  • Girlfriend Project Day 1 Season 2

    236. Girlfriend Project Day 1 Season 2

    Korean Drama - 0000

    #239

    Hasn't released yet

    Gimme Queer women! Gimme!

  • My Bias Is Showing?!

    237. My Bias Is Showing?!

    Korean Drama - 2025

    #240

    Coming sometime in 2025

    Main romance between two MLs.

    Platform not known yet

  • Ambiguous

    238. Ambiguous

    Korean Drama - 2024

    #241

    Hasn't released yet

    Main romance between two MLs.

  • Good Night to Get Drunk

    239. Good Night to Get Drunk

    Korean Drama - 0000

    #242

    Hasn't released yet

    Main romance between two MLs.

  • Surfing

    240. Surfing

    Korean Drama - 2024, 6 episodes

    #243

    Hasn't released yet

    Main romance between two MLs.

  • Like

    241. Like

    Korean Drama - 0000, 6 episodes

    #244

    Hasn't released yet

    Main romance between two MLs.

  • Você Quer Jogar "Verdade ou Desafio" Comigo?

    242. Você Quer Jogar "Verdade ou Desafio" Comigo?

    Korean Drama - 2019, 2 episodes

    #245

    Featured a Lesbian FL and likely a romance between two FLs.

    This was a pilot that, unfortunately, was taken off of YouTube before I could watch it :( 

  • Kissable Lips Season 2

    243. Kissable Lips Season 2

    Korean Drama - 0000

    #246

    Doesn't appear to be happening

    Main romance between two MLs.

    Not sure how I feel about this. I'd watch it. The question is, would they be able to fix the problems present in the first season?

    UpdateWith Kim Ji Woong now being a K-Pop Idol, I'm not sure his company would allow him to be in this. I kind of doubt it will happen now.

  • Blueming Season 2

    244. Blueming Season 2

    Korean Drama - 0000, 8 episodes

    #247

    Appears to be cancelled

    We're getting a sequel! I could die from happiness!

    Update: Not sure if this is truly happening. I REALLY hope so. 

    Update: Take all of my excitement and throw it on a bonfire and dump a can of gasoline on it because, apparently, this is actually going to be a remake NOT a second season of Blueming *bawls*

  • Bungee Jumping of Their Own

    245. Bungee Jumping of Their Own

    Korean Drama - 0000, 16 episodes

    #248

    Canceled (apparently due to the original screenwriter's current "religious beliefs")

    Let's roll our eyes together and sigh.

  • Skam

    246. Skam

    Korean Drama - 0000

    #249

    Canceled

    No, I'm fine. Totally fine. Definitely not crushed. My heart definitely isn't in pieces.

    *pulls blanket over head and loudly bawls*

  • Apenas Dormi

    247. Apenas Dormi

    Korean Drama - 0000, 6 episodes

    #250

    Canceled

    :(

    No, I'm fine. I'm definitely fine.

    *quietly sobs*

  • Guerra Goryeo-Khitan

    248. Guerra Goryeo-Khitan

    Korean Drama - 2023, 32 episodes

    #251

    Features a Gay SML, King Mokjong of Goryeo, based on a real historical figure who was openly Gay.

    I haven't seen this myself. The story interests me, but damn is the episode length intimidating! It is likely that at some point down the road I will watch this though.

    Can be found on Rakuten Viki or Netflix

  • LTNS

    249. LTNS

    Korean Drama - 2024, 6 episodes

    Will add info later

    Can be found on Rakuten Viki

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