As well as ‘It’s Okay, That’s Love’, the ‘Reply’ series and all three ‘I Need Romance’! Usually Netflix opts for the cheaper jtbc shows, so I literally had to double take when I was scrolling.
I knew of Reply 97′ and 94′ but they have It’s Ok, That’s Love? Great!
I love this, since I feel I can recommend my non-kdrama watching friends these shows. They wouldn’t go out of their way to watch a kdrama, but if it is easily accessible on Netflix, I feel they would be more likely to check it out. And having quality shows helps guarantee that they will enjoy them!
I’m a pretty possessive person – I’m obsessed with preventing the things I like from becoming mainstream – so I don’t know how I feel about this, which I know is ridiculous. I suppose if the Dramabeans community could grow as a result, then I would like that, because its nice how we can actually have serious discussions (and generally don’t get random commenters who despise grammar and capital letters).
The odds that kdramas are going to become ‘the next big thing’ on Netflix is pretty darn low. People are lazy and kdramas require actual reading skills. I have heard “I don’t do subtitles” before *shudders at the thought* A lot of people are afraid of foreign content. They just don’t know what good stuff they are missing!! There is so much more out there.
I guess to add to @umbrellaman ‘s comment, I also think this is a good thing and could result in better access and subs for dramas. It also might mean that those who usually watch fan-subs online might migrate to watching on more legit and properly licensed (aka paid for) platforms.
But yeah, I don’t see it going mainstream yet. With the Marvel and Disney movies, and originals like House of Cards, there’s a lot of other things to see on Netflix. You’d already have to be willing to try foreign content to even consider kdramas when you have all of that to distract you. I mean I can only find time to watch 1-2 shows at a time, especially since I’m constantly checking out the new movies as well (MOANA was just released on Canadian Netflix. REJOICE). Often I’ll switch between an American TV show and a kdrama just to balance. Can’t imagine if you already watch American TV suddenly finding time to add in dramas. IT’S SO HARD.
frabbycrabsis loves KBS Drama Specials
June 19, 2017 at 6:55 AM
Netflix just uploaded loads of GOOD and EXPENSIVE Korean drama. I must be feverish. What is happening?!
UmbrellaMan
June 19, 2017 at 8:56 AM
Bad guys and Misaeng, I’m down with that. I am pleased that Netflix seems to be embracing kdramas more and more.
frabbycrabsis loves KBS Drama Specials
June 19, 2017 at 10:07 AM
As well as ‘It’s Okay, That’s Love’, the ‘Reply’ series and all three ‘I Need Romance’! Usually Netflix opts for the cheaper jtbc shows, so I literally had to double take when I was scrolling.
UmbrellaMan
June 19, 2017 at 11:39 AM
I knew of Reply 97′ and 94′ but they have It’s Ok, That’s Love? Great!
I love this, since I feel I can recommend my non-kdrama watching friends these shows. They wouldn’t go out of their way to watch a kdrama, but if it is easily accessible on Netflix, I feel they would be more likely to check it out. And having quality shows helps guarantee that they will enjoy them!
frabbycrabsis loves KBS Drama Specials
June 19, 2017 at 1:24 PM
I’m a pretty possessive person – I’m obsessed with preventing the things I like from becoming mainstream – so I don’t know how I feel about this, which I know is ridiculous. I suppose if the Dramabeans community could grow as a result, then I would like that, because its nice how we can actually have serious discussions (and generally don’t get random commenters who despise grammar and capital letters).
UmbrellaMan
June 19, 2017 at 2:22 PM
Hahahaha. I like to see this as a good thing.
The odds that kdramas are going to become ‘the next big thing’ on Netflix is pretty darn low. People are lazy and kdramas require actual reading skills. I have heard “I don’t do subtitles” before *shudders at the thought* A lot of people are afraid of foreign content. They just don’t know what good stuff they are missing!! There is so much more out there.
dooleygongshil
June 20, 2017 at 5:41 PM
I guess to add to @umbrellaman ‘s comment, I also think this is a good thing and could result in better access and subs for dramas. It also might mean that those who usually watch fan-subs online might migrate to watching on more legit and properly licensed (aka paid for) platforms.
But yeah, I don’t see it going mainstream yet. With the Marvel and Disney movies, and originals like House of Cards, there’s a lot of other things to see on Netflix. You’d already have to be willing to try foreign content to even consider kdramas when you have all of that to distract you. I mean I can only find time to watch 1-2 shows at a time, especially since I’m constantly checking out the new movies as well (MOANA was just released on Canadian Netflix. REJOICE). Often I’ll switch between an American TV show and a kdrama just to balance. Can’t imagine if you already watch American TV suddenly finding time to add in dramas. IT’S SO HARD.
blueribbon
June 19, 2017 at 10:30 AM
Thanks for the heads up 😀 I am glad that Netflix is adding Korean dramas, even if I already watched them.