90s-Themed K-Dramas And K-Movies To Watch If You Liked "20th Century Girl"

The recently released K-Movie "20th Century Girl" quickly gained the affection of a global audience. The bittersweet love story combined with the 90s retro theme were the primary ingredients for a sure-fire hit. Despite the heartbreaking plot, the viewers loved how it emphasized the nostalgia of high school years and the charming friendship of the leading characters.

Whether you're looking for another movie or series to simp over or to admire the old-school aesthetics, here is a list of 10 Korean movies and series you should binge if you liked "20th Century Girl":

 

1. "Twenty-Five Twenty-One"

When: 2022

Cast: Kim TaeRi, Nam JooHyuk, WJSN's Bona, Choi HyunWook, Lee JuMyoung 

Summary: Nam HeeDo is a high school student who attends a fencing club. She meets Baek YiJin - an ex-university student whose life has dramatically changed due to the financial crisis. Both of the characters follow their dreams and try to achieve a stable and happy future, stagnated by the grim reality of the 90s.

For: Fans of emotional coming-of-age stories.

Why watch: The audience adored the drama for its realistic and meaningful message that highlights the transcience of life and the value of friendship and love.

 

2. "Tune in for Love"

When: 2019

Cast: Kim GoEun, Jung HaeIn, Park HaeJoon, Jung Eugene

Summary: It’s a 90s romance story that brings two seemingly opposite people together, who continuously get separated and need to find their way back to each other.

For: Viewers wishing to see an unfiltered love story.

Why watch: It’s a mature and true-to-life concept that b