Hong Kong, Feb. 19 -- Remember when Parasite had a record-breaking clean sweep at international award ceremonies, particularly the Oscars in 2020?

While Korean dramas have amassed a loyal following of viewers globally, the success of Parasite launched a surge in interest towards Korean thrillers. Some excellent movies and shows in 2020, such as #Alive and The Good Detective, have only contributed to the further popularity of this genre outside of the country.

We've curated a list of the most acclaimed films and series that have gone on to become cult favourites with audiences around the world.

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