From Pinocchio to Little Women: 5 must-watch K-dramas that celebrate journalism

1.Pinocchio

Choi In-ha, a TV reporter, has 'Pinocchio Syndrome,' she hiccups when she lies. Along with her smart colleague Choi Dal-po, wealthy Seo Bum-jo, and quirky Yoon Yoo-rae, she works to report the truth. Together, the four journalists grow, face challenges, and fight for justice in the world of news.

 

2.Healer

Seo Jung-hoo, known as 'Healer,' is a secret night courier. While on a mission, he meets reporter Chae Young-shin and pretends to be an intern. As they uncover an old crime, the two fall in love.

 

3.Little Women

Three sisters, In-joo, In-kyung, and In-hye, grow up in poverty but have big dreams. In-kyung is a strong-willed reporter. Their lives change when they are involved in a powerful scandal involving a rich family.

 

4.Twenty-Five, Twenty-One

Na Hee-do is a fencing champion, while Baek Yi-jin struggles to rebuild his life and later becomes a sports reporter. Set during tough times in South Korea, their love story unfolds through hope, heartbreak, and ambition.

 

5.The Good Detective

Veteran detective Kang Do-chang and clever rookie Oh Ji-hyuk solve tough cases in different ways. Reporter Jin Seo-kyung joins them, seeking truth through her articles.