Tired of loud protagonists? Discover dramas on Netflix that celebrate understated charisma, ideal for introverts
Being an introvert doesn’t mean being boringand some dramas prove it better than any speech. Far beyond the expansive, talkative, attitude-filled protagonists, there is a group of quiet, quirky, observant characters who appeal to audiences precisely because they are… different.
They don’t need grand gestures to captivate and they seduce us precisely because they are more discreet, shy and restrained. For those who are introverts, watching these dramas is almost like meeting an on-screen friend, and for those who aren’t, it’s an opportunity to discover new ways of existing and feeling.
This is why we brought together the best Netflix dramas with protagonists who are introverted, quiet, or simply break the traditional mold. Check out the list below and choose your favorite!
On the way to paradise
Han Geu-ru is an introverted young man with Asperger’s syndrome who works cleaning and collecting deceased people’s belongings. After the sudden death of his father, he lives under the care of his uncle Sang-gu, a harsh and closed man who becomes his legal guardian. Together, the two delve into stories left behind by strangers while trying to heal their own wounds.
Our eternal summer
Choi Ung is an introverted and quiet young man who prefers to hide from the world and reunites with his old love after years of no contact. Years ago, he and Kook Yeon-su starred in a school documentary that went viral, and now they have to reunite to record a second part, even…
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