Three More "School" Korean dramas For Your Watch List

cmoneyspinner

What does the Fox say?
Staff member
If you liked the review of “Who Are You: School 2015”, you might also want to watch the other Korean dramas in the “School” series. It is an anthology with multiple seasons; each can be watched separately. SUMMARY: The K-dramas are typically set in a high school, but characters and storylines are different, so you don’t have to watch in chronological order. Four (4) of the K-dramas were released before 2010. Here are three (3) more in the “School” anthology series released after 2010 for your watch list. All are streaming on Viki; 16 episodes each. “Who Are You: School 2015 – Twin Sisters Live the Same Life” (1) School 2013 Ko Nam-Soon has no educational aspirations. In other words, he doesn’t want to go to college. He runs errands part-time after school to earn money. When he is at school he is constantly being confronted by bullies. If that isn’t bad enough, Park Heung-Soo, another bully from another school transferred in. Ko Nam-Soon and Park Heung-Soo have a history with each other. Victory High ranks the lowest among the schools in many areas, but especially in academic achievement. Ko Nam-Soon doesn’t see any difference in the way the school […]
Read original article here:
 
Last edited by a moderator:
I've watched a couple of the "School" series, and they each have their strengths. "School 2013" stands out for its raw, realistic portrayal of students struggling in a broken system, while "School 2017" injects a bit of mystery and teenage rebellion into the mix. "School 2021" is a refreshing departure from the usual academic pressure stories, highlighting vocational training, which is an underrepresented but crucial aspect of education. What I appreciate about this anthology is how it evolves with time, reflecting different societal issues rather than repeating the same formula.
 
I have such fond memories of watching "School 2013." It felt so different from other high school dramas because it focused on friendships rather than romance. The bond between Nam-Soon and Heung-Soo was heartbreaking and beautiful at the same time. "School 2017" was fun in its own way, but it leaned more into the love story, which I didn’t connect with as much. I haven’t watched "School 2021" yet, but it sounds promising. I hope it captures the same emotional depth as the earlier seasons.
 
Honestly, the "School" series has been hit or miss for me. "School 2013" was excellent—gritty, emotional, and well-acted. "School 2017" felt too contrived with the whole "Suspect X" mystery, and the romance overshadowed the struggles of the students. "School 2021" seems like a fresh take, but I wonder if it delivered on its premise. A vocational school setting could have made for a deeply meaningful story, but did it avoid turning into just another teenage drama with superficial conflicts?
 
I usually don’t watch school dramas, but this list makes me want to give one a try. "School 2017" sounds the most interesting because of the mystery element, and I like a good underdog story. I also appreciate that the series is an anthology, so I can just pick a season that appeals to me without having to watch everything in order.
 
I’ve watched a few Korean high school dramas, but honestly, Spain does it better. Elite is on a whole different level compared to the School series. The storytelling is sharper, the characters are more layered, and the themes are bolder. Elite doesn’t shy away from real issues—class struggles, corruption, sexuality, and crime—all while keeping the drama intense and unpredictable. Korean school dramas often stick to bullying and academic pressure, which can feel repetitive. If someone wants a teen drama with real stakes and high production value, Elite is the way to go.
 
I've watched a couple of the "School" series, and they each have their strengths. "School 2013" stands out for its raw, realistic portrayal of students struggling in a broken system, while "School 2017" injects a bit of mystery and teenage rebellion into the mix. "School 2021" is a refreshing departure from the usual academic pressure stories, highlighting vocational training, which is an underrepresented but crucial aspect of education. What I appreciate about this anthology is how it evolves with time, reflecting different societal issues rather than repeating the same formula.
Absolutely. That's what I like about this series. You don't have to follow along because each series has a unique storyline.
 
I’ve watched a few Korean high school dramas, but honestly, Spain does it better. Elite is on a whole different level compared to the School series. The storytelling is sharper, the characters are more layered, and the themes are bolder. Elite doesn’t shy away from real issues—class struggles, corruption, sexuality, and crime—all while keeping the drama intense and unpredictable. Korean school dramas often stick to bullying and academic pressure, which can feel repetitive. If someone wants a teen drama with real stakes and high production value, Elite is the way to go.
I agree. To be honest, in American schools there are bullies. But the K-dramas make it seem like bullying is the “norm” and school officials do nothing about it. Can it be like that in real Korean schools?
 
If you liked the review of “Who Are You: School 2015”, you might also want to watch the other Korean dramas in the “School” series. It is an anthology with multiple seasons; each can be watched separately. SUMMARY: The K-dramas are typically set in a high school, but characters and storylines are different, so you don’t have to watch in chronological order. Four (4) of the K-dramas were released before 2010. Here are three (3) more in the “School” anthology series released after 2010 for your watch list. All are streaming on Viki; 16 episodes each. “Who Are You: School 2015 – Twin Sisters Live the Same Life” (1) School 2013 Ko Nam-Soon has no educational aspirations. In other words, he doesn’t want to go to college. He runs errands part-time after school to earn money. When he is at school he is constantly being confronted by bullies. If that isn’t bad enough, Park Heung-Soo, another bully from another school transferred in. Ko Nam-Soon and Park Heung-Soo have a history with each other. Victory High ranks the lowest among the schools in many areas, but especially in academic achievement. Ko Nam-Soon doesn’t see any difference in the way the school […]
Read original article here:



It’s not just about listing jobs and skills anymore, but about showing a clear narrative of where you’ve been and where you’re going. I personally got stuck on that part, trying to connect my past roles with the direction I wanted for the future. What actually helped me was using a career coaching resume service — this one: https://resumewritinglab.com/career-coaching-resume-service/. Working with them gave me a fresh perspective and really tightened up how my experience was presented. It felt less like a random timeline of jobs and more like a focused story that lined up with my goals. Honestly, the confidence I got from sending out that version of my resume made a huge difference.
I’ve always enjoyed the “School” series because each season feels fresh with new characters and stories, but still captures the same realistic struggles of students.
 
Last edited:

how to help support popgeeks, popgeeks, pop geeks

Latest News & Videos

Latest News

Back
Top