But the good news is that there are other titles capable of delivering a similar experience. Netflix, which has been investing heavily in South Korean productions, already brings together a robust catalog of series that explore themes like revenge, crime, corruption, and survival.
Below, you'll find 5 action k-dramas among the most well-known and popular for those who want to keep feeling adrenaline rushing through their veins after finishing Hunting Dogs.
Why do action k-dramas have so much success in Brazil?
Before the list, it's worth understanding an important phenomenon: the growth of doramas in Brazil. According to data released by Netflix itself in global audience reports, South Korean productions frequently rank among the most-watched content on the platform.
This happens for a few reasons:
Intense and well-structured narratives — Unlike many Western series, k-dramas usually have leaner scripts, with clear beginning, middle, and end. This makes binging easier and avoids dragging stories.
Genre mix — An action dorama is rarely just action. It mixes drama, romance, social critique, and suspense — creating a more complete experience.
Emotional identification — Even in violent stories, characters are built in depth, which makes the audience connect quickly.
1. My Name: revenge, identity, and action without limits
Among the most popular k-dramas on Netflix, My Name is an almost mandatory choice for those who liked Hunting Dogs.
Synopsis and proposal: The story follows Yoon Ji-woo, a young woman who witnesses her own father's murder. Driven by pain and thirst for revenge, she joins a criminal organization and later infiltrates the police.
Why watch after Hunting Dogs? Just like in Netflix's success, here we also see characters diving into a dangerous world in search of justice — and paying a high price for it.
2. D.P.: Dog Day: action with powerful social critique
D.P.: Dog Day goes beyond traditional action and delivers one of the most impactful narratives in Netflix's Korean catalog.
Synopsis and proposal: The plot follows An Jun-ho, a soldier who is part of a special unit responsible for capturing deserters from the South Korean military.
Connection with Hunting Dogs: Both productions show young people facing unjust systems and dealing with structural violence — something that resonates strongly with audiences.
3. Extracurricular: when everything gets out of control
If you enjoyed the tense atmosphere and risky decisions in Hunting Dogs, Extracurricular is a sure bet.
Synopsis and proposal: Ji-soo is an exemplary student who runs an illegal scheme to finance his life. Everything changes when a classmate discovers his secret and decides to get involved.
Strengths: Growing suspense with each episode and morally complex characters.
