K-dramas range from lighthearted comedies to spine-chilling thrillers, but a good drama should hook the audience in the very first episode. The best K-dramas know how to balance exposition with action, crafting a first episode that tells the audience everything they need to know to be invested — but conveying the information in an exciting way that holds our attention.

Plenty of K-dramas have perfect endings , but it’s even more impressive to make a good first impression. For some dramas, the first episode is where they peak; for many more, it sets a high standard that the rest of the series meets or exceeds. Even if a K-drama has the perfect conclusion, however, a drama’s first episode should be unforgettable .

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