If You Liked Good Boy, Watch These Quirky K-Dramas and Movies

Poster for Good Boy – if you liked Good Boy, here are your next must-watch K-dramas.

Good Boy is not your average crime drama. It’s got Olympic athletes-turned-cops, paint-fight brawls, mouthguards that say “Justice,” and surprisingly deep emotional beats. If you’re here for the offbeat humor, wild camaraderie, and punchy justice themes, here are some dramas and films that hit similar vibes, some I’ve watched and loved, and a few that are next on my list.

Here’s what to watch if you liked Good Boy.

Extreme Job Team in the Chicken Shop– a top pick if you liked Good Boy for its chaotic comedy and crime-busting crew. — If you liked Good Boy, you’ll love Extreme Job—undercover cops turned failed chicken chefs who serve up absurd laughs and camaraderie.

1. Extreme Job (2019)

Why It Fits: Slapstick undercover cops who bite off more than they can chew—literally.

Starring: Ryu Seung-ryong, Lee Hanee
IMDb Rating: 7.1
Where to Watch: Netflix (KR), Prime Video, Viki
I still laugh thinking about how sidetracked they got running that fried chicken joint. They were terrible cooks but somehow, that became the least of their problems.

Official poster for One Dollar Lawyer – justice with swagger, perfect for fans of Good Boy. — If you liked Good Boy, check out One Dollar Lawyer—stylish courtroom battles with a morally driven maverick in tailored suits.

2. One Dollar Lawyer (2022)

Why It Fits: Flashy justice crusaders doing it their own way.

Starring: Namgoong Min, Kim Ji-eun
IMDb Rating: 7.8
Where to Watch: Disney+
Bo-gum’s character has way more heart than strategy, but like Namgoong Min’s Ji-hun, he’s not afraid to fight dirty for the right reasons. Good guy energy, just with different tools.

Official poster for Cafe Minamdang – a quirky crime-comedy pick if you liked Good Boy’s offbeat energy. — If you liked Good Boy, you’ll enjoy Cafe Minamdang—fake shaman sleuths, witty team dynamics, and plenty of weirdly charming antics.

3. Cafe Minamdang (2022)

Why It Fits: Found family chaos, stylish sleuthing, and a little bit of absurdity.

Starring: Seo In-guk, Oh Yeon-seo
IMDb Rating: 6.8
Where to Watch: Netflix
Using fake shaman powers to catch criminals? Wild. The chaos and team dynamics made this hilarious and somehow, the heart still landed.

Official poster for Dongjae: The Good or the Bastard – brooding antihero vibes if you liked Good Boy’s moral complexity. — If you liked Good Boy, dive into Dongjae—it’s antihero tension and shadowy justice, wrapped in a dark redemption mystery.

4. Dongjae: The Good or the Bastard (2024)

Why It Fits: Antihero drama with tension, mystery, and a redemption arc (maybe).

Starring: Lee Joon-hyuk
IMDb Rating: N/A
Where to Watch: TVING
The whole time I was trying to figure him out: was he good or just a bastard? That question is the drama and no spoilers, but it’s juicy.

Official poster for Miss Hammurabi – ideal for fans of integrity-laden Good Boy narratives. — If you liked Good Boy, head to Miss Hammurabi—a gentle yet fierce courtroom crusade led by a woman who doesn’t bend to system norms.

5. Miss Hammurabi (2018)

Why It Fits: Justice-driven outsiders challenging the system.

Starring: Go Ara, Kim Myung-soo
IMDb Rating: 7.4
Where to Watch: Viki
A comfort watch with strong convictions. She never let protocol block justice like Bo-gum, she wanted to do what’s right, not just what’s allowed.

Official poster for UnMasked – tailed for Good Boy fans craving emotional stakes and moral resolve. — If you liked Good Boy, you’ll be hooked on UnMasked—bold, determined, and emotionally intense in its quest for truth.

6. UnMasked (2023)

Why It Fits: Female-led mystery, strong moral compass, and emotional tension.

Starring: Kim Ha-neul
IMDb Rating: N/A
Where to Watch: Coupang Play
She was willing to go all in to uncover the truth even if it meant crossing lines. That determination reminded me of Bo-gum trying to uncover what really happened to Gyeong-il.

Midnight Runners Stills of Park Ki-joon and Kang Hee-yeo– a fun, action-packed option for fans of camaraderie in Good Boy. — If you liked Good Boy, try Midnight Runners—a buddy cop origin story that’s equal parts goofy and gripping.

7. Midnight Runners (2017)

Why It Fits: Unlikely police academy duo tackling crime with heart and hilarity.

Starring: Park Seo-joon, Kang Ha-neul
IMDb Rating: 7.3
Where to Watch: Viki, Tubi
Earnest, action-packed, and full of brotherly chaos. It’s like Good Boy in training mode.

Promo posters for Seoul Busters, Flex x Cop, and Good Casting—a chaotic trio of crime-solving teams filled with attitude, grit, and offbeat justice. A perfect trio of bonus picks if you liked Good Boy. — Bonus chaos? These dramas bring the crime-fighting mess and heart. Seoul Busters, Flex x Cop, and Good Casting are bold, scrappy, and off-the-book in all the best ways.

Bonus Picks on My Radar:

Seoul Busters – Chaotic veteran squad setup with room for comedy.
Flex x Cop – Chaebol cop meets hardened detective. Buddy-cop potential.
Good Casting – Female spies going rogue with attitude and wigs.

Final Thoughts: Found Family, Justice, and Just Enough Chaos

These dramas blend comedy, crime, and conviction. Whether you’re here for moral dilemmas, makeshift teams, or stylish brawls, they scratch that Good Boy itch in very different but rewarding ways.

What would you add to the list? Drop a rec in the comments.

And if you haven’t read my Good Boy first impressions yet—check them out here!

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