From Chinese Romantic Comedy Dramas to Korean Time-Slip Romances, discover what the world binged on Viu in 2024.
As 2024 draws to a close, we’re taking a look back at the TV series that have kept you entertained all year long. From heartwarming romances to time travel dramas and laugh-out-loud Korean variety shows, Viu has been your go-to destination for amazing content. Now, we’re thrilled to unveil Viu’s 2024 Top 12 Most-Watched TV Shows[1]! Get ready to discover what the world has been binging, and perhaps find your next TV obsession.
12. Beauty Newbie
Country of Origin: Thailand
Subgenre: Romantic Comedy, Thai Dramas
Synopsis: Liu, a college student, undergoes cosmetic surgery to escape bullying, but faces new ridicule for her “artificial beauty.” She finds a friend in the naturally beautiful Faye, yet clashes with Guy, a handsome classmate who remembers her from the past. Guy warns her about Faye, furthering Liu’s dislike for him. Her kind neighbor, Saint, provides support. But when Liu reveals her surgery, she faces further judgment, questioning her worth. How will she navigate this new challenge, and will she find love amidst the drama?
11. Fireworks of My Heart (Tagalog Dubbed)
Country of Origin: China
Subgenre: Action, Romance, Adventure, Tagalog Dubbed Dramas
Synopsis: The love story of Xu Qin, a female ER doctor separated by misunderstanding and suspicion, and Song Yan, a firefighter, who reunites after ten years of separation. They thought they could forget each other and start their lives over, but the whirlwind of life sweeps them back together. Song Yan saves Xu Qin in times of crisis, and through their experiences of life and death together, warm gestures gradually melt the ice between the two. The two are finally willing to treat each other with honesty and reunite to make up for years of regret.
10. Brewing Love
Country of Origin: Korea
Subgenre: Romance, Korean Dramas
Synopsis: Chae Yong Ju, a marketing leader and sales king in the liquor industry, faces turmoil when her branch is threatened. Known for her passion and resilience, she meets Yoon Min Ju, a brewmaster and empath who understands her deeper feelings. Min Ju, accustomed to blocking out emotions, finds his quiet life disrupted by Yong Ju. As they navigate the pressures of the industry, their connection deepens. How will these two, so different yet so attuned, find love amidst the chaos?
9. Running Man (2024)
Country of Origin: South Korea
Subgenre: Korean Variety Show, Game Show, Comedy, Reality Shows
Synopsis: Running Man is a long-running, iconic reality-variety show starring Yu Jae Seok and many other celebrities. In each episode, the cast and guest stars must complete missions at famous landmarks to win the race. Expect hilarious challenges, unexpected twists, and plenty of laughs as they compete for victory.
8. High School Return of a Gangster
Country of Origin: South Korea
Subgenre: Science Fiction, Fantasy, Revenge Tragedy, Friendship, Korean Dramas
Synopsis: A high school dropout gangster’s spirit gets trapped in the body of a bullied 18-year-old who took his own life. Given this second chance, he returns to high school to seek revenge on the bullies, using his gangster skills. Along the way, he unexpectedly encounters friendship and discovers new connections that help him navigate the complexities of high school.
7. Secret Ingredient
Country of Origin: South Korea
Subgenre: Romantic Comedy, Food, K-Drama
Synopsis: A Korean man, tired of his luxurious Seoul life, embarks on a journey to find the woman he’s never forgotten. He hopes that she’ll fall in love with him, not for who they were, but for who they can become together. He hopes she will love him not for his old self or current position, but for what they can aspire to be: happy, fulfilled, and blissfully in love with one another.
6. My Boss
Country of Origin: China
Subgenre: Romantic Comedy, Legal, Chinese Dramas
Synopsis: Cheng Yao, an aspiring lawyer, lands a position at a prestigious law firm and moves to be closer to work. However, she discovers her landlord is also her boss, Qian Heng, the head of her firm. On her first day, he transfers her to his team and initiates a rigorous training program with the aim of weeding her out. Unbeknownst to him, Cheng Yao is impressing him with her dedication and skill.
5. What’s Wrong with Secretary Kim? (Viu Original Adaptation)
Country of Origin: Philippines
Subgenre: Romantic Comedy, Filipino Dramas
Synopsis: A dependable secretary decides to resign after working for her narcissistic boss for nine years, turning his well-structured world upside down. The top company executive does everything he can to try to stop her departure, leading to some unexpected and hilarious situations. As he tries to convince her to stay, a sweet and unexpected romance starts to blossom between them.
4. Only for Love
Country of Origin: China
Subgenre: Romance, Comedy, Workplace, Chinese Dramas
Synopsis: Zheng Shu Yi’s plan to take revenge on her ex-boyfriend goes hilariously wrong when she targets Shi Yan, an innocent bystander. Their paths cross again under professional circumstances, complicating their lives further. Amidst chaos and comedy, a romance blossoms unexpectedly.
3. Family By Choice
Country of Origin: South Korea
Subgenre: Romantic Comedy, Family, Coming-of-Age Story, KDramas
Synopsis: Yoon Ju Won lives with her single father when two boys, Kim San Ha and Kang Hae Jun, enter their lives. Her father takes in the boys to grow up together as a family. Although not blood-related, Ju Won adores them like brothers. As they grow older, their feelings begin to change, creating a complex love triangle. The story explores themes of family, friendship, and the complications of first love.
2. Lovely Runner
Country of Origin: South Korea
Subgenre: Romantic Comedy, Fantasy, Time Slip, Korean Dramas
Synopsis: What if you could go back to the past, knowing it’s a precious moment? This Korean TV series explores that question, with a story about a girl who gets the chance to go back in time. She finds herself reliving special moments that she had forgotten. A touching reminder that the most special moments in our lives are today when we stay with our loved ones.
1. Private Bodyguard
Country of Origin: Indonesia
Subgenre: Teen Dramas, Indonesian Dramas
Synopsis: Four popular brothers are shocked when their parents adopt Fely, an orphan girl they often fight with at school. The brothers, especially Raga, butt heads with Fely as they are forced to live together. Things take a turn when Fely falls for one of them, forcing them all to rethink their relationships and the situation as a whole. As their love/hate relationship unravels, this unlikely group might come to see that the Enemy might just be the guardian angel they needed.
Viu’s 2024 Top 12 Most-Watched TV series is here! This list is packed with a variety of genres and stories. Explore these top series and start your next binge on Viu now!
1. ^ Ranking is based on total video views from January 1, 2024, to December 29, 2024, across all Viu markets (except Australia and New Zealand).
